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Rivermont Farmers Market finds new home, builds community through local food
7+ hour, 2+ min ago (247+ words) What began as a conversation between two local business owners has grown into a new weekly gathering place for local farmers, food producers and families in Lynchburg's Rivermont neighborhood. Rachael Smith, (434) 385-5482 Reporter (Business, Non-profits and Health Care) Some Lynchburg area…...
Pierce Street Farmers Market joins Virginia Fresh Match to increase access to fresh, affordable produce
5+ day, 8+ hour ago (102+ words) Pierce Street Gateway has announced its participation in Virginia Fresh Match (VFM), a statewide program that doubles the value of SNAP/EBT benefits when used to purchase fruits and vegetables. Through this partnership, the nonprofit is helping local families stretch…...
Lynchburg-area restaurant, food service health inspections for May 8-21, 2026
1+ week, 2+ day ago (328+ words) News Advance. com Javascript is required to use this website. Central Virginia Health District inspectors made recent visits to food establishments in the city of Lynchburg and Amherst, Bedford and Campbell counties. Several food establishments in the Lynchburg area recorded…...
Want a little fresh Spring flavor? Try this Strawberry-Cucumber salad
2+ week, 2+ day ago (156+ words) News Advance. com Javascript is required to use this website. Strawberry-Cucumber salad has tons of flavor, fresh herbs, and no dressing to contend with. These days, we're lucky to have strawberries available to us year-round. But we can all agree…...
PHOTOS: An afternoon of strawberry picking
3+ week, 4+ day ago (195+ words) A number of people went out to Yoders' Farm in Campbell County for an afternoon of strawberry picking recently." READ ABOUT THE STRAWBERRY SEASON: Yoders' Farm sees strong crowds despite shorter strawberry season Maggie Moore (right) shows Orrin Alley (left)…...
10 tips for growing better tomatoes this season
3+ week, 3+ day ago (185+ words) Lynchburg News and Advance Javascript is required to use this website. Ketchup is a delicious sauce made from tomatoes. It is used a lot in the kitchen as a condiment. I got this recipe from my mom and it takes…...
Beale's Beer is back in Bedford, crowds savor new chapter
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (148+ words) Patrons sign the Beale's Beer poster in the brewery's entrance on May 2. Several wrote "Welcome back."" Reporter/Editor of Amherst New-Era Progress and Nelson County Times A full house at Beale's Beer moments are reopening on May 2." Danielle Garra, left,…...
Crave ABLEs ice cream shop has moved to Candlers Station
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (102+ words) Reporter (Business, Non-profits and Health Care) After nearly a decade helping shape economic initiatives behind the scenes, Lori Saunders is now leading the charge. Lynchburg rail passengers are seeing a slight schedule adjustment as part of a sweeping statewide effort…...
Protein-maxxing, GLP-1s have US farmers betting on peas and lentils
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (157+ words) We know protein is important, but are we all actually eating too much? Nutritionist at @jamieoliver HQ, Rozzie, breaks down why protein is essential, but why more isn't always better. With balance, variety and gut health in mind, she explains…...
Bandidos Tacos & Cantina opening in Lynchburg this summer
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (162+ words) A new Mexican restaurant is planned to open in the Rosedale development off Graves Mill Road this summer. Reporter (Business, Non-profits and Health Care) The departure announcement of E. C. Glass High School Principal and longtime Lynchburg City Schools leader Dani Rule…...