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Monday, March 09, 2026
Lynchburg's role as a regional hub — anchored by Liberty University, a growing healthcare sector, and a solid manufacturing base — means most small businesses here compete for local attention in a market that punches above its size. Nationally, small businesses account for half of private-sector employment, which makes differentiated marketing essential, not optional. Creative, consistent ...read more
Categories: Community, Chamber, General News Article, Press Release, Member News
Friday, January 16, 2026
Local businesses across the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce increasingly rely on digital tools to reach customers, invoice partners, and exchange sensitive documents. Yet as online activity grows, so do attempts at fraud, data theft, and unauthorized access. Strengthening transaction security isn’t just a technical task — it’s a business resilience strategy.
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Categories: Chamber, Economic, Member News, Community, Press Release
Thursday, January 08, 2026
One of Virginia’s top solar companies explores rising electricity costs and new financing options for Virginia residentsVirtue Solar is pleased to announce the release of our latest blog post, "How to Lock In 25 Years of Low Energy Rates in 2026," which examines the current energy landscape in Virginia and how homeowners can protect themselves from rising utility costs. With electricity prices ...read more
Categories: Member News, Press Release
Friday, December 05, 2025
When Design Meets Algorithm
Graphic design once required years of experience, a refined aesthetic eye, and mastery of complex tools. Today, artificial intelligence has rewritten that equation. Tools like Magic Design and Firefly are transforming how businesses—especially small ones—create visual content. With a few prompts, non-designers can generate high-quality visuals that rival professional ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Chamber, General News Article, Member News
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Virtue Solar, a leading solar installation company in Virginia, has released a new blog post titled "Victory for Virginia Solar: Net Metering Preserved!" analyzing the State Corporation Commission's landmark ruling on Appalachian Power's net metering proposal issued August 29, 2025.The comprehensive article examines the SCC's decision to largely reject Appalachian Power's proposed changes that ...read more
Categories: Economic, General News Article, Press Release, Community, Education, Member News
Tuesday, July 08, 2025
Virtue Solar, a leading solar installation company in Virginia, has released a new blog post titled “What the “Big Beautiful Bill” Means for Solar in Virginia”. It explores the implications of the recent "One Big Beautiful Bill" on the solar industry, particularly for Virginia residents. Signed into law on July 4th, 2025, this significant piece of energy legislation introduces several changes to ...read more
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025
If you're looking into solar for your home, you've probably come across numbers like “10kW system” or “produces 12,000 kWh per year.” And if those numbers feel a bit abstract, you’re not alone. We’ve been installing quality solar in Virginia since 2015, and just published a new article to break it all down in plain English. It covers the basics—what a watt is, how kilowatts and kilowatt-hours are ...read more
Categories: Education, Member News, Community, General News Article, Press Release
