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Bust of Stalin to return to National D-Day Memorial

December 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment

DDay memorial in Bedford VABust of Stalin to return to National D-Day Memorial in Bedford VA.

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Bedford Va’s National D-Day memorial reported this week they are looking into ways to reinstall the bust of Russian dictator Joseph Stalin. The bust of Stalin created a large controversy in 2010 after it was installed at the National D-Day Memorial. Several veterans groups in Bedford and from other areas of the country. Even Bedford County Board of Supervisors denounced the installation of the bust.

Joseph Stalin was leader of the Soviet Union from 1922 until his death in 1953. He directed the Soviet Army during World War II and was part of the Allies leadership that finally defeated the Axis powers. During his oppressive rule, he systemically eliminated his opponents in the USSR and ordered the killing of ethnic minorities.

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Bedford VA is the home of the National D-Day Memorial. The memorial is dedicated to those who participated in the D-Day invasion on the coast of Normandy, France on June 4, 1944. This was the largest amphibious invasion of all time, with over 160,000 Allied troops attacking. it is estimated that as many as 19,000 men lost their lives during the invasion. Bedford is noted of having the highest death rate per capita during the invasion.

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Bedford Humane Society Christmas Pets

December 27, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Bedford Humane Society

This year many animals only wanted one thing for Christmas, to find a home. The long to feel the love so many pets feel each day, a warm place to live, and to be the best friend of their owner. Unfortunately not every pet has a chance to have this feeling. Stop by and see the Bedford Humane Society to get your new best friend. For photos of pets currently available for adoption, click here

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Groupon hits Roanoke

December 22, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Groupon has come to Roanoke!

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Groupon is a way for local business to drive a great deal of new business to their establishment. People sign up for a free membership to Groupon. Each day Groupon sends an email with the special of the day, if enough people purchase the coupon, then everyone can use the coupon. Today’s Groupon offer-55% savings at the Science Museum of Western Virginia. Adult Ultimate tickets, normally $13 for $6 and kids normally$11 is not $5.

Any type of business, can offer significant savings by using this service, hopefully it will send lots of new customers who will return for future business.

Sign up and give it a try! Its free, you only pay when you want to buy a particular day’s special. Then print out the receipt or have it sent to your phone and take it to the vendor.

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So far this week, in addition to what was mentioned above, the deals have included 55% off food at a restaurant, 50% off skin treatments at an exclusive salon.

There are other vendors offering the same type of service, such as Living Social and from time to time some local radio stations have tried it too. We will keep you posted.

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The Bedford and Lynchburg Humane Society need your help

December 16, 2010 By 3 Comments

The Bedford and Lynchburg Humane Society need your help!Bo is a full blooded boxer found by the Lynchburg Humane Society

This holiday season the Bedford Humane Society and the Lynchburg Humane Society need your help.

The Bedford Humane Society is constructing a no-kill shelter to serve Bedford City and Bedford County. While they are raising funds, they are still helping area animals, often helping locate lost pets, assisting with adoptions and those who are having issues providing food and medical services to their pets.
Currently the Bedford Humane Society is competing in two Christmas Tree competitions, one at Mariners Landing and the other is inside the Bedford Welcome Center. Both competitions are from area non-profits and will raise funds for local charities. Please come out and support them.

The Lynchburg Humane Society is in desperate need to dog and cat food. They recently sent out a message asking for food and supplies, usually they have a stockpile of food. They are becoming a no-kill shelter and find they have to keep animals longer, requiring the use of more food and supplies. If your buying food for your pet, pick up an extra bag or two or just send a check.

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Bo and Duke are examples of why you should consider adopting a dog from your local shelter.

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Holiday Events in the City of Bedford

December 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Holiday Events in the City of Bedford!

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During the month of December, each Friday merchants of downtown Bedford stay open late (till 9m). Come visit Centertown to celebrate a traditional Holiday! Old fashioned Carriage rides ($2 for 12and under $4 for adults) through Historic Centertown Bedford,  get your pictures with Santa, just like you used to do at department stores. Jeff East will be taking them at Geri’s Sister-to-Sister Boutique and he has many package options.

Make sure to visit Centertown Park for Hot Chocolate, warm apple cider and other refreshments.While your downtown, enjoy a walk around town, see the Christmas decorations, and get some shopping done.

After you get your shopping done, stop by Clam diggers or drive around the neighborhoods and see the Historic Home deck out for Christmas.

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Olde Liberty Station Resturant

October 13, 2010 By 3 Comments

Liberty Station Bedford VA

Looking for a great place to eat in Bedford VA! Try Olde  Liberty Station. The Station (the locals call it) is a converted train station reused a great themed restaurant and bar.

Norfolk and Western had the station built in 1881 for passenger rail service, it served as a hub for Bedford area commerce. It featured stone walls and a slate roof with a unique pitch. It had a good amount of space for loading and unloading of rail cars (not used as a parking lot). It served as a rail station through two world wars, the great depression, and so many more events (the famous Bedford Boys deployed to war from the station). Closing in 1971, the station changed hands and house different business until 2001 when the current owners opened the restaurant. Liberty Station

Inside, the old ticket counter is the hostess booth. There is a nice bar area with a mural with a train and Sharp Top/Flat Top in the background . The dinning area is spacious and comfortable. On nice days you can eat outside and watch a freight train pass on the still in use rail lines.

In September 2009, a fire devastated the Station. Determined not to lose the restaurant, owner’s Harry and Marty Leist, rebuilt the station to the exact same standards as it was originally built. While everything is very good, try Harry’s cheesecake or just order it to go.

Its a great place to go with family or friends.

Olde Liberty Station

515Bedford Ave.

Bedford VA 24523

(540) 587-9377

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Shopping in Bedford, VA

September 27, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Go to the Bedford Visitor’s Center for information on local shopping! http://www.visitbedford.com/attract_shopping.shtml

We are adding new places all the time, check back with us.

Olde Liberty Station

Main Street Eatery

Breweries near Bedford

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Eat in Bedford

September 27, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Thanks to our friends at the Bedford Visitors Center for their help with and sharing of the following!

http://www.visitbedford.com/dining.shtml

We are currently adding Dinning to our site, so please check back with us.

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Hello, Bedford!

August 17, 2010 By Leave a Comment

This site is dedicated to preserving the history and culture of Bedford County Virginia. However, while we honor the past, we also focus on the present and future. We want to share with our readers the many cultural events and stories about the locals.  We seek to encourage the growth of the areas business, by providing them reviews and working with them to market their businesses to a wider audience.

We also will feature business/events/people outside of the Bedford County Boundaries. These people, places, and events add to the cultural mix of Bedford County and are of interest to our readers.

Thank you for visiting the site, please feel free to contact us with questions, people/events/business you want to promote, or just to say hello.

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