Conduit Install/Excavation
Town of Culpeper Light & Power Department 500 Electric Avenue Culpeper, VA. 22701 540-825-8165 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Chris Heggen, Assistant Director of Light & Power Phone: (540) 825-8165 March 5th, 2026 Conduit Install/Excavation The Town of Culpeper Light & Power Department will have Coleman alley entrance from East Street closed for conduit installation. The work will begin Monday, March 9th at 8am and is expected to last until 2pm. In the case of a major
Narmada Winery - Governor's Cup Gold Medals 2026
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news! Narmada Winery is proud to announce that we received three Gold Medals at this year’s Governor's Cup!2021 Melange2021 Merlot2023 ReflectionThis year, more than 670 entries were evaluated through multiple rounds of blind tastings by a distinguished panel that included Masters of Wine, a Master Sommelier, and leading wine professionals from across the country. Since only Virginia wines are eligible to compete, this recognition is especially meaningful. Gold
Congressman Eugene Vindman Announces $1,095,000 in Community Project Funding for Town of Culpeper and Culpeper County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 3, 2026 Link to Images Congressman Eugene Vindman Announces $1,095,000 in Community Project Funding for Town of Culpeper and Culpeper County Culpeper, VA - March 3, 2026 - Congressman Eugene Vindman joined local elected officials, public safety leaders, and school representatives on Friday February 26, 2026 to announce $1,095,000 in federal Community Project Funding for critical infrastructure and public safety initiatives benefiting the Town of Culpeper and Culpeper
Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market Launches the First-Ever Children’s Entrepreneur Market!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 2, 2026 Elizabeth Burns Special Events Coordinator Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. 540-825-4416 crievents@culpeperdowntown.com www.culpeperdowntown.comCulpeper Downtown Farmers Market Launches the First-Ever Children’s Entrepreneur Market! Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. is thrilled to announce an exciting new event: the Children’s Entrepreneur Market, in collaboration with KidsMarkets! This inaugural market will be held at the Culpeper Downtown Farmers Market on Saturday, June 20,
Spring 2026 Business Resource Fairs
CIC's Spring 2026 Business Resource Fairs offer entrepreneurs free, one-on-one consultations with experienced professionals in legal, accounting, marketing, HR, and more in Culpeper in Charlottesville. All sessions are provided at no cost, with a small refundable security deposit collected at registration to reserve appointments and support reliable scheduling. Deposits are returned after sessions are completed or proper notices given. To Register: cicville.org/resource-fairCharlottesville
Stay safe from utility scams, in-person, online or on the phone
Date: Feb. 24, 2026 Contact: Casey Hollins Managing Director—Communications and Public Relations (540) 891-5908, news@myrec.coop Stay safe from utility scams, in-person, online or on the phone It can start three different ways: a sudden phone call about your bill, an email that looks like routine account business, or a stranger at your door claiming to be from your electricity provider. Unfortunately, these three different approaches may signal the same bad
News Release: 3/3/2026
Culpeper has engaged the Virginia Tech Center for Economic and Community Engagement (VT CECE) to conduct a short-term planning effort focused on understanding three options for the future of the Culpeper Courthouse: 1. Remain on the current site in historic downtown and expand and modernize the Courthouse 2. Build a new Courthouse within the Town of Culpeper, outside the historic downtown 3. Build a new Courthouse outside of Town, within Culpeper County The County must begin a
Nomination Deadline Fast Approaching! 5 Over 65 Celebration Recognizes Community Contributions
February 25, 2026 Contact: Ellen Phipps, Executive Director FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ephipps@agingtogether.org 540-829-6405 PO Box 367 Culpeper, VA 22701Nomination Deadline Fast Approaching! 5 Over 65 Celebration Recognizes Community Contributions Aging Together is seeking nominations for the annual 5 Over 65 Celebration later this year, which honors one person over age 65 from each of our five counties who has demonstrated positive impact in their community. The event,
What's new at Culpeper Battlefield State Park
By Kim WellsPosted February 24, 2026 Officially opened in October 2024, Culpeper Battlefields State Park will eventually span more than 2,200 acres of preserved battlefield land, offering an unparalleled opportunity to explore the sites of four pivotal Civil War battles: Brandy Station, Cedar Mountain, Kelly’s Ford and Rappahannock Station. At this time, only a couple of land acquisitions have been completed, so DCR owns only two properties—Brandy Station and Cedar Mountain. There will continue to be a
Calling Entrepreneurs: Your Big Idea Deserves a Big Stage Compete for $5,000 and Local Resources to Launch or Grow
For Immediate Release Teira E. Farley Chief Operating Officer, CIC teira@cicville.org (434) 227-5657 Calling Entrepreneurs: Your Big Idea Deserves a Big Stage Compete for $5,000 and Local Resources to Launch or Grow Charlottesville, VA (February 17, 2026) — The Tom Tom Festival and Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) invite you to witness innovation in action at the 13th Annual Crowdfunded Pitch Night, taking place Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 7pm at the Irving Theater in The CODE Building.
Culpeper’s Cobblestone Streets Coffee Celebrates Early Success and Local Partnerships
Originally planning to launch this spring in the Culpeper Farmer's Market, Cobblestone Streets Coffee has hit the ground running months ahead of schedule. The new business transitioned from a future concept to a local reality after successful appearances at the Playdate and The Refinery Holiday Markets. A key partnership with The Salted Lemon has further boosted their momentum, providing their specialty coffee service to a growing customer base. This early exposure has already led to several private
Discover Downtown Flavors During Culpeper Restaurant Week
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 12, 2026 Elizabeth Burns Special Events Coordinator Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. 540-825-4416 crievents@culpeperdowntown.com www.culpeperdowntown.comDiscover Downtown Flavors During Culpeper Restaurant Week Bring your appetite (and your friends). Culpeper Renaissance, Inc. invites the community to dig into Culpeper Downtown Restaurant Week, happening March 9–15, featuring special prix-fixe menus at 12 downtown restaurants. For one delicious week, participating spots
Grant-Funded Collaboration Between REC and Linebird Shows Efficiency and Safety Potential for Drone Installation of Reliability Sensors
Date: February 17, 2026 Contact: Casey Hollins Managing Director - Communications and Public Relations (540) 891-5908, news@myrec.coop Photo: REC and Linebird team members watch the successful installation of a fault current indicator by drone in early January. Grant-Funded Collaboration Between REC and Linebird Shows Efficiency and Safety Potential for Drone Installation of Reliability Sensors Fredericksburg, Va.
Beer Hound Brewery Announces Retirement of Ownership and Final Day of Operations on February 28
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Beer Hound Brewery Announces Retirement of Ownership and Final Day of Operations on February 28 Culpeper, VA – After more than 11 1/2 years of serving the community, the owners of Beer Hound Brewery have announced their retirement, with the brewery’s final day open to the public set for Saturday, February 28, 2026. For more than a decade, Beer Hound Brewery has been a welcoming gathering place for craft beer lovers, dog owners, and neighbors. Over the years, it became a community
Duct-Rite Mechanical welcomes Lorraine Carter, Marketing Specialist!
Duct-Rite Mechanical is pleased to welcome Lorraine Carter to the Duct-Rite team! Lorraine has been a staple in the Culpeper community, known for her over 35 years of Sales, Branding and Marketing for local small businesses including the Culpeper Chamber! Lorraine is tasked with broadening the brand visibility of Duct-Rite Mechanical in Culpeper and beyond. Family-owned and operated in Madison, VA , Duct-Rite Mechanical, LLC takes its pledge to provide 100-percent customer satisfaction seriously. Our
Practical Ways Small Businesses Can Apply Data for Smarter Planning
For members of the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce, data analytics is no longer an optional upgrade. It’s a practical lever for improving day-to-day operations, shaping strategy, and uncovering new growth opportunities. Even small shifts—such as tracking customer patterns or reviewing operational metrics—can create meaningful clarity for teams and leaders. Learn below about: How analytics improves operational efficiency Ways analytics influences strategic clarity What data-supported growth planning looks
Culpeper Battlefields State Park announces new Volunteer Coordinator
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: February 10, 2026 Contact: Kim Wells, PR & Marketing Specialist, 804-217-1077, kim.wells@dcr.virginia.gov Culpeper Battlefields State Park announces new Volunteer Coordinator RAPIDAN, Va. – Culpeper Battlefields State Park welcomes its very first Volunteer Coordinator, Samantha Focazio, who brings robust customer service experience from helping open The Bear and The Blade in downtown Culpeper alongside her father. Focazio holds a bachelor’s degree in historic preservation
2026 AARP Community Challenge: Funding Opportunities for Your Community
AARP has officially launched the 10th year of its Community Challenge grant program. This program funds quick-action projects that make communities more livable while sparking long-term change. We would greatly appreciate your help promoting this opportunity through your networks. Attached are resources to make it easy to share information about the 2026 AARP Community Challenge, which opened on January 7, 2026. Key Details Application Deadline: March 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PTSubmission
Join Us for the 2026 Quarterly Small Business Growth Workshop Series
Small Business Growth Workshop SeriesLAUNCH & PLAN - FEB. 26, 9:00 AM Create a vision board to clarify direction and priorities Learn core elements of business planning and goal setting Understand funding pathways and how to map a financing roadmap Hear guidance from a business advisorGROW & BUILD - MAY 14, 9:00 AM Strengthen your marketing approach Improve your website and social media presence Hear design and branding insights from industry professionals Identify simple steps to expand your reach
The PATH Foundation Awards $25,000 Grant to Help Food & Beverage Production Entrepreneurs
The PATH Foundation Awards $25,000 Grant to Help Food & Beverage Production EntrepreneursCharlottesville, Virginia - February 5, 2026 - The PATH Foundation has awarded a $25,000 grant to Venture Central to support the development of a new regional business resource initiative serving food and beverage entrepreneurs in Culpeper, Fauquier, and Rappahannock counties. The project targets food & beverage companies seeking solutions to operational, compliance, and growth needs. Planned activities include
People Inc. to host ribbon-cutting ceremony at Lightfoot Apartments
CULPEPER, Va. – People Incorporated, a Virginia-based nonprofit, is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of Lightfoot Apartments at 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Representatives from local, state, and federal elected offices will join Mayor Frank Reaves of the Town of Culpeper, and President & CEO Bryan Phipps for brief remarks followed by a ceremonial ribbon cutting. People Inc. used a variety of public and private funding sources to provide $6 million in
Chemung Contracting to Host Local Job Fair at Germanna Daniel Technology Center
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Chemung Contracting to Host Local Job Fair at Germanna Daniel Technology Center Culpeper, VA — Chemung Contracting invites students, job seekers, and community members to explore career opportunities in the construction and infrastructure industry at an upcoming Job Fair on Thursday, February 26, from 4:00 – 6:00 PM at the Germanna Daniel Technology Center, Room 123. The event will provide attendees the opportunity to meet company representatives, learn about career pathways, and
APPLICATION CYCLE OPEN FOR VMDAEC 2026 SCHOLARSHIPS
Date: Jan. 15, 2026 Contact: Sam Brumberg scholarship@vmdaec.com APPLICATION CYCLE OPEN FOR VMDAEC 2026 SCHOLARSHIPS Fredericksburg, Va. — Each year, the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives (VMDAEC) Education Scholarship Foundation awards $1,500 scholarships, in addition to other awards. The scholarships are open to high school seniors or those graduating from home school in 2026 who are entering
Your Words, Your Growth: Transforming Public Speaking into a Business Superpower
Running a small business demands more than mastering your craft—it requires mastering your voice. Whether you’re pitching investors, motivating a team, or speaking at community events, public speaking is one of the most underrated growth engines in entrepreneurship. Done well, it builds trust and turns your message into momentum.Key Takeaways for Busy Business Owners Public speaking builds credibility and attracts clients faster than any ad. Confidence on stage or camera converts to confidence in every
Smoothing the Path to “Yes”: How Small Businesses Can Remove Sales Friction
Small businesses often lose sales not because their product isn’t good — but because the buying journey feels harder than it should. Every extra email, confusing form, or unclear message is a small brick in a wall that stands between you and your customer’s “yes.”TL;DR To increase conversions and close deals faster: Identify and remove bottlenecks in your sales flow. Use clear, empathetic communication with prospects. Adopt lightweight tools that automate the dull stuff — letting customers buy
Small Business Growth Playbook: Best Practices Every Owner Should Know
Launching and growing a small business is never a straight line. From setting up your company structure to earning your first loyal customers, every step brings decisions that shape your long-term trajectory. Entrepreneurs who build with foresight, adaptability, and the right tools set themselves apart. Early Foundation: Structuring for Long-Term Growth One of the first hurdles entrepreneurs face is deciding how to legally structure their business. This choice impacts taxes, liability, and
Shield Your Business: Essential Legal Steps Every Small Company Should Take
Why Legal Risk Management Isn’t Optional For small business owners, legal risk can appear in many forms — from contract disputes and employee claims to data breaches and product liability. A single oversight can disrupt operations or even threaten the company’s survival. The good news: with a proactive strategy, small businesses can manage these risks effectively and create a stronger foundation for growth. This guide outlines practical, AI-assisted, and legally sound steps to protect your assets, build
How to Promote an Event on a Budget (Without Sounding Like You're on One)
Planning an event with thin margins doesn’t mean you have to skimp on reach or resonance. In fact, some of the scrappiest small business owners pull off unforgettable promotions precisely because their wallets forced them to get sharp, creative, and local. If you’re staging anything from a customer appreciation day to a pop-up launch, this guide will show you how to stretch every dollar, tap every signal, and walk the fine line between scrappy and smart.Set a Goal, Not Just a Date If you're promoting
Smarter Spend: The AI Edge for Small Business Marketing
Small businesses are often painted into a corner by limited budgets and stretched-thin teams, especially when it comes to marketing. But the playing field is starting to level out. Thanks to the rise of accessible AI tools, even lean operations can now execute campaigns that once demanded deep pockets and full-time staff. The shift isn’t just about automation—it’s about giving entrepreneurs sharper instincts, faster execution, and more personalized outreach than ever before. Email That Reads the
Useful Document Management Tips for Small Business Owners
Small business owners don’t typically launch companies to become document wranglers, yet that’s often what happens. Contracts pile up, receipts vanish, and digital folders overflow with files named “final_version_revised_REALfinal.pdf.” A few smart shifts in how documents are created, stored, and shared can save more time and sanity than most realize. The good news? Solid document management isn’t about expensive software or tech wizardry—it’s about clarity, consistency, and a little discipline. Start
How Small Businesses Are Seamlessly Linking In-Store Charm with Online Reach
When people think of small businesses, they usually imagine storefronts with handwritten signs and owners who know every customer by name. What gets overlooked is how often those same businesses are now juggling Instagram reels, customer email flows, and in-person loyalty cards all at once. The challenge isn’t choosing between digital and physical marketing anymore, it’s figuring out how to marry the two without losing the heartbeat of the brand. There’s something really compelling that happens when you
Transform Your Brand with Realness that Resonates
In a world brimming with brands vying for attention, creating a unique and impactful identity is akin to finding a lighthouse in a storm. Your brand serves as more than just an emblem or a catchy tagline; it embodies the total journey you craft for your customers. In this dynamic market landscape, the power of a distinctive brand lies in its ability to forge lasting connections with its audience. This guide delves into the key strategies you need to build a cohesive brand that leaves a mark.Understanding
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