Volume 5, Issue 3; March, 2011
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Monthly Scorecard
Here's a snapshot of the most recent economic data for Region 2000 (Source: Virginia Employment Commission report, Jan. 2011.) - Civilian Labor Force - 124,062 (up 2.1% from previous month - 121,497)
- Employed - 114,427 (up 1.5% from previous month - 112,789)
- Unemployment Rate - 7.8% (up from previous month - 7.2%)
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CAER to offer LabVIEW Academy Core III Course
Classes held on Fridays: April 29, May 6, and May 9 at CVCC
 The Center for Advanced Engineering and Research (CAER) will offer LabVIEW Core III on three consecutive Fridays beginning April 29 at Central Virginia Community College (CVCC). LabVIEW graphical programming has revolutionized the development of test, measurement and control applications. Upon completion, students have the knowledge and tools to take the Certified LabVIEW Associate Developer (CLAD) certification exam with confidence. Contact Nick at nis@caer.us. |
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| Local Government Council to hold annual dinner meeting on April 21
Secretary of Transportation Sean T. Connaughton set to address crowd
Virginia's Region 2000 Local Government Council will hold its annual dinner and networking event on Thursday, April 21, 2011 with a networking reception starting at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. at Sweet Briar College, Wailes Lounge - Elston Conference Center, 450 Sweet Briar Dr., Sweet Briar, Virginia.
Sean T. Connaughton, Secretary of Transportation for the Commonwealth, will be the guest speaker. As Secretary, he oversees seven state agencies with more than 9,700 employees and combined annual budgets of $4 billion.
Cost is $35 per person. Please RSVP by April 14 to Marjorie Gilley, 434-845-3491.
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Next Wired Wednesday to be held April 27
Topic: Mobile Computing for Business and Education
 Virginia's Region 2000 Technology Council will present Mobile Computing for Business and Education at its next Wired Wednesday luncheon on April 27, 2011 from noon - 1:30 p.m. at the City of Lynchburg Information Technology Center, 3150 Young Place, Lynchburg.
Learn how Lynchburg City Schools are integrating mobile technologies in the classroom and learn the pros and cons of handheld devices and phones, the rising use of the tablet PC and how these devices can be integrated into your IT plan or work environment.
Cost is $10 for Tech Council Members, $15 for non-members. Register at the Tech Council website here. |
Amherst County to celebrate 250 years!
Birthday celebration to be held April 30 at Amherst County High School
 Amherst County will kick off its year long celebration marking its 250 year birthday (1761-2011) on Saturday, April 30 at Amherst County High School, 11 a.m. to dark.
The public is invited to enjoy food and craft vendors, exhibits, live music, games for kids, birthday cake, fireworks and more! For more information or to become a sponsor, please visit www.countyofamherst.com or call 434-946-9371.
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Lynchburg Airshow to attract thousands of visitors and aviation enthusiasts
 The U.S. Navy's elite Blue Angels are confirmed to delight a crowd at the Lynchburg Regional Airshow set for May 21 and 22, 2011 at the Lynchburg Regional Airport. The Flying Circus Airshow of Bealton, Virginia will join the Blue Angels and there will be other highlights such as a vintage fashion show and a vintage car show for the two day air spectacular. According to Airshow Director John D. Barksdale, this is the first time in 29 years that Lynchburg is set to host a regional airshow and he said similar shows in Virginia locations have drawn more than 50,000 attendees. Barksdale and other promoters say this airshow could provide a $5 million boost to the Lynchburg economy and draw thousands of visitors to the region.
For updates and information regarding the Lynchburg Regional Airshow, please contact John D. Barksdale by phone at 434-532-1812 or by email at jdbarksdale@lynchburgairshow.com.
For tickets (selling fast) or to sponsor the event, go to www.lynchburgairshow.com. Note: Beginning April 1, tickets may also be purchased on site at the Lynchburg Visitor Information Center located at 216 12th Street, Lynchburg. Note that tickets may only be purchased with cash or check at this location. |
YPCV reaches out to new hires in Region 2000
 The Young Professionals of Central Virginia (YPCV) exists to attract and retain young talent in the area in support of local business.
If you know a young professional who is new to the region and needs a quick way to get connected with other business folks, please contact Abe Loper, executive director YPCV. Abe will reach out to your new hires and tell them about the organization's monthly Connect, Live and Grow events aimed at helping young professionals grow personally and professionally. Learn more at ypcv.org.
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Registration and nominations now open for Tech Council's 10th Annual Awards Night on May 17
 Virginia's Region 2000 Technology Council will hold its premier networking event and awards banquet on Tuesday, May 17, 6-9 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, Main St., Lynchburg.
Globally renowned entrepreneur Cameron Johnson (pictured) will speak on 'Entrepreneurial Values and Thinking Differently'.
To register or submit a nomination, click here.
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Next CEDS public meeting set for Wed., April 13
 A public meeting is set for Wed., April 13, 2011 at 6 p.m. at the Lynchburg public library where interested citizens can hear about project implementation plans for the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) document and weigh in on progress made.
At the last CEDS Project Team meeting held in February, team members discussed the relevance of projects that were submitted by localities and organizations during the CEDS process and how well they relate to the region's economic development goals. The team will meet again May 11 to establish performance measures for the goals and objectives identified.
CEDS goals and projects can be reviewed here. |
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Regional headlines of interest:
J.Crew to expand Virginia operation, create 177 jobs, Associated Press, Feb. 25, 2011. Project wish list a vision for future, News & Advance, Feb. 27, 2011.
Babcock & Wilcox Nuclear Operations Group president to retire, News & Advance, Feb. 28, 2011. Harris Corp. awarded a $289 million government contract, Virginia Business, March 4, 2011. Delta Star expanding, bringing 78 jobs to Lynchburg, WSET, March 7, 2011. |
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 Virginia's Region 2000 Partnership serves 10 localities and is made up of the Economic Development Council, Technology Council, Center for Advanced Engineering and Research, Local Government Council, Workforce Investment Board, and Young Professionals of Central Virginia. Please send comments and suggestions to tblido@region2000.org.
Traci Blido
Program Mgr./Communication Officer
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