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Welcome

What's Not to Love?

Imagine living and working in a place that's filled with Southern hospitality and history, progressive in technology and economic opportunities, yet family-friendly, affordable and surrounded by the beauty of the beckoning outdoors. If it sounds too good to be true, Central Virginia exists to prove critics of this fantasy wrong.

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Economic Development

A Growing Relationship

The Lynchburg region is not only a great place to live; it's a great place to work as well. While other areas of the state have seen economic decline, Lynchburg has remained economically steady. Nationally named one of the best places to start a business according to U.S. News & World Report, Lynchburg has found a system that works.

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Workforce

A labor of love

Despite words like "recession" and "economic downturn" flooding our TV screens and news headlines, the Lynchburg area has maintained its positive economic status throughout these few, trying years. Voted by Forbes magazine as one of the Best Places for Business and Careers, Lynchburg has become a prototype for businesses...

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Health

A Heart for Health

Some of the greatest bragging rights in Central Virginia come from the superior healthcare available. As Lynchburg's largest employer, Centra Health enjoys a reputation as one of the most advanced healthcare systems in the nation. Comprised of Lynchburg General Hospital, Virginia Baptist Hospital and Southside Community Hospital in Farmville...

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Education

Love to Learn

"Lynchburg is a great place to raise a family." Whether you've been in Lynchburg for two days or two decades, that's one phrase you're bound to hear over and over again.

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Housing

Home is Where the Heart is

The neighborhoods in Lynchburg are just as diverse as the people. Within a 10 minute drive, the world outside your car window can transform from city chic to a peaceful, private getaway.

Faith & Well Being

Mind, Body & Spirit

Nestled right in the middle of the Bible Belt, Lynchburg is abundant with religious and spiritual options for people from all walks of life.

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Retirement

Season of Love

Retirement is about life. Gone are the days of the 9-to-5 or the hustle of the corporate world. For local retirees, business trips and stuffy suits move out while impromptu excursions and lunches with friends comfortably take their place.

Chamber of Commerce

Lovin' Lynchburg

Though the Lynchburg Regional Chamber of Commerce has been in existence since 1883, its staff, board and members currently serve a very present and relevant mission: To strengthen its member businesses and stimulate regional prosperity

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Transportation

The Ties that Bind Us

For information about traveling to and from Lynchburg as well as travel services within the region look no further.