Hot Stuff
What’s new and hot in and around Appomattox.
Roanoke Cement Company Remains ‘Unplugged’ Long After Annual Earth Hour
400-Foot pre-heating tower will remain unlit indefinitely.
Innovation and Investors Plan to Converge for Second Venture Summit
Gain insight into a “window on the future” of technology investing at no cost.
Darden Course Encourages Investment in ‘Human Hope’
“Why don’t we invest in solutions to human misery instead of donating money?”
Alleghany Highlands to Receive Broadband
House Committee clears hurdle for broadband stimulus project.
Music Choice Launches SWRV for Many Cox Subscribers
For Cox Digital Cable & all Cox High-Speed Internet Customers.
Does Liberty University Own Lynchburg?
With a voting bloc of 1700 students, Falwell may own the town.
VIPER Software Earns Governor’s Efficiency Award
The award recognizes the innovative use of technology to promote efficiency in government.
Rumor Mill: Did We Ask the Wrong Question about Thomasville?
According to John Hastings in a phone interview today, Appomattox News asked the ‘wrong question’ regarding Thomasville Furniture for our rumor mill column last week.
‘Nearly Nude’ Calendar to Benefit Virginia Beach Rescue Squad
What brings together a group of semi-clad senior gentlemen, a city mayor, and Neptune – God of the Sea?
Rumor Mill: Is Thomasville Furniture Closing?
This is the first in a series of articles that will attempt to address rumors that are floating in and around the Appomattox area. The hope is to either substantiate the rumor or dispel worries about whether a rumor is true or not. In this instance, sources tell us that many folks are worried about their jobs at Thomasville Furniture in Appomattox.
Greater Lynchburg Transit Company Wins 2009 Award
Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that The Greater Lynchburg Transit Company (GLTC) has received the 2009 Outstanding Transit System Achievement Award from the American Public Transportation Association (APTA). This marks the second consecutive year that the APTA has recognized the quality of Virginia’s transit service at the national level with an Outstanding Transit System Achievement Award for a Virginia operator.
Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre Grand Opening
Winter sport enthusiasts have patiently polished up their skis and snowboards, awaiting the debut of Liberty University’s year-round ski slope. After nearly a year of anticipation, the wait is over. On Aug. 29, LU will hold a grand opening ceremony for the Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre.
