The Face of Celebrating Lives: Whitten Funeral Homes
Whitten Funeral Homes has been the tradition in Lynchburg for 87 years, serving our community with unwavering dedication. Our state-of-the-art facilities and compassionate staff provide unparalleled care. As part of the Dignity Memorial Network, we offer unmatched products and services, ensuring families receive the highest level of care and options. When it comes to value, Whitten stands alone. We understand the importance of preplanning and strive to ease future burdens while offering peace of mind. Proud to be an integral part of this community, our commitment to excellence and honoring your loved ones with dignity and respect will never waver.
Whitten Funeral Homes & Cremation Service 7404 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502 434-239-0331
3966 S. Amherst Highway, Madison Heights, VA 24572 434-929-5712
Pictured (Left to Right): Bill Rhudy, Kemp Settle, Ilia Reynolds, Paul Whitten, Bob Phillips, Brian Wheeler, Courtnie Palmer
The Face of Child Care: Teachable Moments Preschool
According to the 2021-2024 Lynchburg Area Community Health Needs Assessment, high-quality child care is extremely hard to come by for working families and that’s where we come into play. Teachable Moments Preschool, LLC is a year-round community early childhood development program for children six weeks to five years of age. There are many differentiators that set us apart, including a fully experienced and qualified teaching staff; proven nationally recognized curriculum; a structured environment; integrated technology; community partnerships; and the ability to seek accreditation.
Teachable Moments Preschool 1915 Thomson Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24501 tmpreschool.com
Pictured Above: Anthony Andrews, Kayla Crance
The Face of Boutique Style Realty: TMoore Real Estate Group, LLC
Our Boutique-Style Real Estate Firm has over 50 years of combined professional experience and dedication. The TMoore Real Estate team provides an abundance of knowledge that is shared with each other, which allows us to provide the quality service and care our clients deserve. Our happy clients and their referrals are what make us successful. TMoore Real Estate Group; Where MOORE really does matter!
TMoore Real Estate Group, LLC 18800 Forest Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502 434-616-2686 tmoorerealestategroup.com
Pictured (Left to Right): Amanda MacLeod, Wendy Lindquist, Laura Guthrie, Broker/Owner Tammi Moore, Tonya Bomar, Ashley Nash, Emily Goff, Associate Broker Kim Bussey
The Face of Custom Countertops: Spectrum Stone Designs
Spectrum Stone Designs is one of the leading stone fabricators in the central Virginia area. It is a locally women owned company who has built a great business reputation with the community and local builders. Spectrum Stone Designs provides wonderful stone products, such as Quartzite, Quartz, Granite, Marble and Soapstone for your kitchen, vanities, fireplaces and outdoor kitchen needs. We offer one on one service for your selections and can offer design services to help with color selections. Spectrum Stone Designs prides its business on offering wonderful customer service, fabrication and professionalism with our installations.
Spectrum Stone Designs 12209 Richmond Highway, Concord, VA 24538 1076 Corporate Park Drive, Forest, VA 24551 spectrumstonedesigns.com 434-993-0888
Pictured: Page Hastings-Neal
The Face of Boutique Fashion: SE Boutique
From being one of Lynchburg‘s top make up artist and hairstylist to now owning Lynchburg‘s trendiest boutique, SE BOUTIQUE. Being the face of fashion means embodying style, elegance, and trendsetting.
It’s about more than just wearing clothes; it’s about representing SE BOUTIQUES brand image and values. Jenee shares her fashion and creativity through her boutique . Stop by and shop SE BOUTIQUE located in the Boonsboro shopping center or shop online at www.seb03.com.
“Fashion is the explanation of you without words.” –Jenee Davis
SE Boutique 4925 Boonsboro Road, Lynchburg, VA 24503 434-329-9309 www.seb03.com
Pictured: Jenee Davis
The Face of Home Healthcare: Nuclear Workers Alliance Home Healthcare
Discover compassionate, reliable care with NWA Home Healthcare. We specialize in providing affordable or no-cost, quality-driven, patient-specific home healthcare services to nuclear energy workers living with cancer and seniors aging in place. We strive to be a trusted partner in our client’s healthcare journey, offering not only medical expertise and daily living support, but also a genuine personal connection that goes beyond conventional caregiving. Experience the difference our kind of care makes.
Pictured Above: (Left to Right) Leigh Bridges, Melissa Anderson (seated), Madison Anderson
Summer Reads
Books by local (and local-ish) authors to enjoy this season
All the Little Hopes By: Leah Weiss All the Little Hopes is a Southern tale of friendship set in North Carolina during World War II. Thirteen-year-old Lucy Brown, eager for adventure, befriends Allie Bert Tucker, a mysterious newcomer. Inspired by her hero, Nancy Drew, Lucy teams up with Allie to solve local mysteries. Their sleepy town, now hosting a Nazi POW camp, is stirred by disappearances and silent townsfolk. As the girls delve deeper into their investigation, they confront the complexities of right and wrong in a world shadowed by war. This coming-of-age story is rich with Southern charm, highlighting the bond between the girls and the blurred lines of morality during tumultuous times.
Chasing Space: An Astronaut’s Story of Grit, Grace, and Second Chances By: Leland Melvin In Chasing Space, former NASA astronaut and NFL wide receiver Leland Melvin shares his inspiring journey from the football field to the cosmos, highlighting the crucial roles of community, perseverance, and grace in achieving success. Despite facing severe setbacks, including a career-threatening injury that left him temporarily deaf, Melvin’s determination and support from his NASA family enabled him to recover and eventually serve on two space missions aboard the shuttle Atlantis. His memoir not only chronicles his unique achievements but also celebrates the many individuals who helped him overcome adversity and achieve his extraordinary destiny.
Operation Dimwit: A Penelope Lemon Novel By: Inman Majors In Operation Dimwit, Penelope Lemon returns for more uproarious mom adventures. With her son away at camp, Penelope dives into phase two of her post-divorce life, starting with a date with the enigmatic Fitzwilliam Darcy. However, her plans for relaxation are disrupted by her boss Missy’s kooky sting operation to catch a suspected thief in their trailer park, a tough new gym trainer, and a skunk infestation requiring the help of a mystic wildlife expert. This hilarious southern comedy by Inman Majors offers a warmhearted look at the chaotic life of a single working mom navigating modern middle-class challenges.
The End House By: Michael Robertson, Jr. Declan Scheider, a struggling writer, wakes up alone in an abandoned farmhouse hidden in the mountains, grappling with fragmented memories that feel both familiar and foreign. As he navigates the eerie house, he experiences unsettling visions and sounds, feeling constantly watched. His discovery of an ancient, gruesome book blurs the line between reality and hallucination, consuming his mind with its horrific tales and leading him to question his identity and surroundings. Amidst the creeping dread and confusion, Declan struggles to hold onto his sanity and uncover the truth about himself and The End House.
Doomsday: A Remy Jones Adventure By: Heather Elizabeth King In a world where magicians are exiled and a wall separates Bal’Mor from traditionalist cities, peace under Triune’s watch is threatened by a vengeful magician. Investigator Remington Jones, living undercover in the Underground, must navigate a complex case involving magic, zombies, and Triune’s questionable involvement. Teaming up with Vincent Hall and his genetically enhanced team, Remy delves into a web of intrigue to uncover the truth behind the rising unrest and the dark secrets at the heart of Triune’s operations.
The Face of Tree Care: Mason’s Tree Service
Mason’s Tree Service was started in 2007 by owner Danny Mason. Danny has over 35 years of experience. They specialize in crane removals, weight reduction, tree pruning, and stump grinding. Danny’s daughter Drew runs the office as well as some machinery in the field. Tim Shive has been the company’s arborist for 2 years. Tim is an Iraqi Freedom Veteran with 35+ years of experience in the Horticulture and Arboriculture “Green Industry.” Tim has held many awards in this field.
Mason’s Tree Service Office: 540-583-0817 Danny’s Cell: 434-665-4416 masonztree14@gmail.com masonstreeserviceinc.com
Pictured Above: (Left to Right) Tim Shive, Danny Mason, Drew Mason
The Face of Custom Pools & Outdoor Living: Land Tech Group
Land Tech Group is an award-winning design build outdoor living contractor that has been serving Central VA for more than 25 years. Land Tech specializes in the design and installation of custom gunite swimming pools, outdoor living areas, retaining walls, masonry, fire features, landscapes, and more. We pride ourselves on designing and building in-house, making projects easier and faster for our clients. We are a Class A contractor.
Johnson Health Center offers pharmaceutical services to ensure the community has access to affordable prescriptions. With the recent expansion of Amherst Community Health Center, a division of Johnson Health Center, a drive-thru pharmacy is now available! Johnson Health Center’s Lynchburg and Bedford offices also house pharmacies. Prescriptions can be filled by anyone, including those who are not patients of JHC. Another added benefit, prescriptions can be sent directly to your home through the mail delivery program.
JOHNSON HEALTH CENTER www.jhcvirginia.org Pharmacy Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday: 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Pictured Above: (Left to Right) Jakia Harvey, Pharmacy Tech; James Alex Lenhart, Pharmacist; Tyler Harlow, Pharmacist
