Recreation Economy for Rural Communities (RERC)
The RERC program is accepting applications through October 16, 2024, to provide planning assistance to small towns and rural communities to help them boost their outdoor recreation economies and revitalize their main streets.
GLTC Launches New Micro-Transit Service
On August 2, GLTC held a ribbon-cutting event to celebrate the launch of its new FLEX Microtransit service.
Altavista Vice Mayor Reggie Bennett Elected Chairman of Central Virginia Planning District Commission
Lynchburg, VA –Central Virginia Planning District Commission (CVPDC) has elected new officers to serve for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, effective July 01, 2024.
Reggie Bennett, Vice-Mayor of Altavista, has been elected Chairman; Drew Wade, Amherst County Board of Supervisors Chairman, Vice-Chairman; and Gary Shanaberger, Altavista Town Manager, Treasurer.
Amherst County & Town of Altavista Host Community Cookout/Back to School Events
The CVPDC is supporting Altavista and Amherst County in executing Community Planning Grants for Mosley Heights and South Madison Heights, respectively. Both localities hosted Community Cookout/Back to School events to seek residents’ assessments of community needs (e.g. housing, infrastructure) and their ideas to improve living conditions for all residents.
New Possibilities on the Horizon for Historic Downtown Lynchburg's 12th Street
Central Virginia Planning District Commission Is Named By The U.S. Department Of Transportation (fy 2023) A "Thriving Communities Program" Recipient
LYNCHBURG, VA—Historic Downtown Lynchburg’s 12th Street could receive federal funding to address much-needed traffic and area improvements within the next few years due to Central Virginia Planning District Commission’s (CVPDC) latest invitation to the USDOT Thriving Communities Program (TCP).
Virginia Breeze to Expand Service
The Virginia Breeze is expanding its service in 2025 with a new Tidewater Route which will connect Virginia Beach and Harrisonburg, with stops potentially being located in Norfolk, Newport News, Williamsburg, New Kent, Richmond and Charlottesville.
Did you know that the Virginia Breeze's Piedmont Express Route connects Danville to D.C. with local stops in Amherst, Altavista and Lynchburg? Visit VirginiaBreeze.org for more information!
Starr Hill On Main to Donate to James River Association
Starr Hill on Main is participating in the James River Association’s (JRA) Cheers for Charity program. Star Hill is donating $1 to JRA for each pint sold every Wednesday night during May. Enjoy a great evening at Star Hill and support our James River.
May is Bike Month!
May is Bike Month!
Whether you're a new rider or a seasoned cyclist, May is the perfect time to take new bike trips around our region!
Bicycling is a healthy, economical, and environmentally friendly way to get to work. You can check out the ConnectingVA app to find bike routes to your workplace, school or any other destinations!
Bike to Work Day 2024
May is Bike to Work Month!
Join us on Friday, May 17 at the Downtown Community Market for a Bike to Work Day Celebration! Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just getting started, this event is for you! We will have free coffee and a light breakfast.
