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Bedford County Economic Development Authority Launches Childcare Facilities Grant
(Bedford, VA)—The Bedford County Economic Development Authority (EDA) has established a $30,000 incentive fund program for childcare providers in Bedford County. A total of $30,000 is available and may be divided among qualified applicants. The matching grant offers up to $30,000 for capital equipment purchases, infrastructure improvements, or training...
Contract awarded for Centertown mural
Bedford Get Together is pleased to announce the award of a contract for painting the Centertown mural to Tandem Arts Collective muralists, Josh and Libby Nolan-Shafer of Roanoke. Tandem was chosen unanimously by a Selection Panel made up of a rich variety of Town and County residents. Their work will start July 2, and they will be a frequent sight around town for the next month. “We hope many residents of the Town and County will visit Centertown frequently to watch them as the image emerges and cheer them on,” said Heather Dooley of Bedford Get Together.
Celebrating Drinking Water and Wastewater Professionals Appreciation Day
Sunday, June 30th, Bedford Regional Water Authority (BRWA) joined communities nationwide in celebrating Drinking Water and Wastewater Professionals Appreciation Day. This day is a special occasion dedicated to honoring the dedicated individuals who ensure our water remains clean, safe, and reliable. These unsung heroes work tirelessly behind the scenes, maintaining and upgrading critical infrastructure that millions of people depend on every day.
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