Ethan Tanner has lived in Bedford County his entire life. Born and raised in Big Island, he lives on the land his great-grandfather purchased back in 1910. The farm is a designated “Century Farm” meaning it’s been used for agricultural purposes for 100 years. Ethan raises registered angus beef cattle on the farm for seed

Body Camp Elementary School and the former Montvale Elementary School available for sale or lease.

The Bedford County Fair, which was scheduled for October 15-17, is postponed until further notice.

We are exploring the current situation from a workforce perspective and need the community’s involvement by participating in a short survey.

County Administrator Robert Hiss is pleased to announce a familiar person in Bedford County, Pam Bailey, as the new Economic Development Director. 

There are only 15 slots available, and business need to apply for the program by September 30 in order to be considered. This program is NOT for start ups.  

On Monday, September 13, 2021, Sam Williams, Retired General Manager of the Bedford Southern States Cooperative, was recognized by the Bedford County Board of Supervisors for his leadership in the agriculture community. Thank you, Mr. Williams, for your outstanding service in Bedford County. Your expertise will be sorely missed. RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION for the Leadership

Twenty new jobs will be created. Ribbon cutting to be held on Saturday, September 18, 2021.

The Virginia Individual Development Accounts (VIDA) program helps qualified individuals save for a down payment on a home.

The application is due June 23, 2021 and the program begins on July 19.