Archive for June 2021
New Laws Take Effect on July 1
Copyright ABC – 13 2021 New Laws Take Effect on July 1 John Putney As we did in 2020, the Alliance spent much of 2021 alerting and informing members of the many hundreds of proposed pieces of legislation (and especially the biennial budget) that the Executive and Legislative branches considered. On many issues, we actively…
Read MoreThe Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra Provides High Quality Musical Performances & Education
Copyright 2021 Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra The Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra Provides High Quality Musical Performances & Education James Black In 1983, under the leadership of Bruce Habizruther, the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra (LSO) was established as an independent performing arts nonprofit organization. Serving the Lynchburg region for over 35 years, introducing all members of the community to music, including…
Read MoreMember Monday: MoveUP
Copyright 2021 Unified Potential Member Monday: MoveUP James Black Today’s #MemberMonday is MoveUp, a special program by Unified Potential! Are you searching for a better way to get people where they need to be? With the MoveUp app all the transportation options you need are in the palm of your hand. MoveUp facilitates the connection…
Read MorePeaks View Park Offers Passive & Active Recreation for Families Across Lynchburg Region
Copyright 2021 Lynchburg Parks & Rec Peaks View Park Offers Passive & Active Recreation for Families Across Lynchburg Region James Black As the second-largest park in the City of Lynchburg, Peaks View Park offers passive and active recreation for the entire family. Part of the City of Lynchburg’s Parks & Recreation’s expansive system of 17 parks and…
Read MoreNew Bedford County Championship-Style Disc Golf Course Brings Outdoor Competition to Lynchburg Region
Copyright 2021 WSET ABC-13 New Bedford County Championship-Style Disc Golf Course Brings Outdoor Competition to Lynchburg Region James Black Just a few short months ago, on April 9th, 2021, a new championship disc golf course, in partnership with the Bedford County Economic Development Authority, was premiered at the New London Business & Technology Center. Designed by Paul…
Read MorePatrick Henry Family Services Aims to Provide Healing & Hope to Families Across the Lynchburg Region
Copyright 2021 Patrick Henry Family Services Patrick Henry Family Services Aims to Provide Healing & Hope to Families Across the Lynchburg Region James Black For many, family life can be chaotic and even stressful at times. That’s why Patrick Henry Family Services offers many areas of outreach, counseling, and care to individuals, children, & families in the…
Read MoreMember Monday: Beacon Credit Union
Copyright 2021 Beacon Credit Union Member Monday: Beacon Credit Union James Black Today’s #MemberMonday is Beacon Credit Union!  Are you in need of a full-service financial institution to meet your banking and investment needs? Lynchburg’s Beacon Credit Union may be just the right fit for you! Offering attractive membership benefits, convenient eligibility options, and efficient ways to join, Beacon…
Read MoreThe AA of Central & Western Virginia Shines Light on Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
Copyright 2021 Alzheimer’s Association of Central & Western Virginia The AA of Central & Western Virginia Shines Light on Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month James Black The Alzheimer’s Association of Central & Western Virginia, along with other chapters across the nation, has been leading the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other forms of dementia.…
Read MoreMember Monday: Conner Produce, LLC
Copyright 2013 Conner Produce Member Monday: Conner Produce, LLC James Black Today’s #MemberMonday is Conner Produce! An Alliance member since 1940, Conner Produce has served the Lynchburg region for decades as a quality vendor of wholesale fruits, vegetables, bagged ice, & Chesapeake Bay Virginia oysters in season. Originally established in 1933 by Vernin Conner, Donald…
Read MoreRiverfront Park Provides Gateway to Downtown Lynchburg Experience
Copyright 2021 Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects Riverfront Park Provides Gateway to Downtown Lynchburg Experience James Black Located near the edge of the James River in downtown Lynchburg, Riverfront Park, a popular recreation area managed by Lynchburg Parks & Recreation, features a large open field suitable for festivals and other special events. The outdoor recreation area…
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