Blue Ridge Optics of Bedford, Virginia has been selected as one of 13 finalists in the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business Fourth Annual Tayloe Murphy Resilience Awards. This prestigious awards program honors strong, resilient small business owners in Virginia who have endured downturns in the most economically-challenged communities due to their dedication and

The metal fabrication business in the former Winn-Dixie shopping center in Bedford, is already looking to ramp up by adding a second shift just three months after its initial start.

This is a free event and open to the public.  Come learn about ongoing research at Virginia State University Randolph Farm located in Petersburg, Virginia.  Research and Extension presentations will raise small farm producer awarness about small farm production and marketing.  Online registration only.  For  further information, please click here.