August 11, 2008
International Paper buys Weyerhaeuser for $6 billion
A corrugated cardboard factory in Lynchburg that employs 175 people changed hands last week. Its new parent company said no changes are expected in the number of employees.
Slowed economy means tough job market for recent college grads
During robust economic times, college students would easily get multiple offers. As the economy teeters on the edge of recession, graduates this year face a tough job market.
August 09, 2008
Lynchburg Rail Day draws a crowd
Ed and Jean Fielding showed up at the Boonsboro Ruritan Club Saturday morning with one purpose in mind: helping kids have fun with electric trains.
Lynchburg pediatric center to be one of a kind
No waiting room is planned for the new Johnson Health Center pediatric clinic under construction in 10,000 square feet of the Pyramid Health Center on Federal Street in Lynchburg.
Otter River ample for Campbell
During the worst of 2002’s drought, Campbell County and Lynchburg utility workers readied water pipe connections to ensure, if needed, the city could provide an uninterrupted supply.
Business plans security of skate park in Lynchburg
Amazement Square is making plans to implement new security measures following the recent vandalism of its months-old skate park.
Wyndhurst finds growth in ‘live here, work here’ identity
When developers looked at 400 acres of cow pasture in Lynchburg 10 years ago, they saw a thriving community with homes, service businesses, restaurants and unique retail stores. Wyndhurst.
August 08, 2008
Program helps those with cancer return to normalcy
Last year had dark months in it for Darlene Etheridge of Lynchburg — diagnosis of breast cancer, surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.
Bond denied in motel shooting
A Lynchburg judge Friday denied bond for a man accused of murder in the slaying of 24-year-old Michael Blanchard Jr. at a Candlers Mountain Road motel in April.
August 07, 2008
Goodlatte key sponsor at Lynchburg College’s senior’s conference
A seniors’ conference, with information on matters ranging from Social Security to financial scams, will be held Monday at Lynchburg College.
CVCC hosts 10th annual academy for students
Nick Markham grasps the igni-tion switch and waits for his cue.
“10… 9… 8…”
August 06, 2008
Lynchburg big-box ordinance tabled
Legal objections to a suggested big-box ordinance prompted planning commissioners to table the issue once again Wednesday.
Daniel’s Hill GLTC service on table
The Greater Lynchburg Transit Company board is expected to begin debating alternate methods of service for the Daniel’s Hill neighborhood later this month.
August 05, 2008
Armed robberies shake up city
Twice in the past two weeks, people have been robbed at gunpoint in Lynchburg.
City to Gillette: Pay raise required
Lynchburg’s individual city councilors cannot waive their tax-funded paychecks, even when they’re inclined to pass on the money, according to a determination from staff.
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