Factbites
 Where results make sense
About us   |   Why use us?   |   Reviews   |   PR   |   Contact us  

Topic: Bedford, Virginia


Related Topics

In the News (Tue 8 Dec 09)

  
  Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce in Bedford Virginia
Bedford’s political atmosphere is stable, the tax rates favorable, the school system excellent, and the quality of life outstanding.
Bedford County was formed in 1754 and named for the Fourth Duke of Bedford, a British government official.
Bedford is a harvest festival, the world-famous National D-Day Memorial, fine wines and glorious apples, rugged trails and trout-stocked waters.
www.bedfordareachamber.com   (323 words)

  
 Bedford: Virginia Is For Lovers
In 1754 Bedford County was formed from Lunenburg County and was named for Bedford, who was then Secretary of State for Great Britain during the reign of King George II.
Bedford County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
It encompasses 764 square miles of Piedmont Plateau in the Western Central portion of Virginia and is bordered by the Blue Ridge Mountains to the west, the James River on its northeast and Smith Mountain Lake to the south.
www.virginia.org /site/cities.asp?city=Bedford   (314 words)

  
 Bedford County Public Schools
Bedford County is located at the foot of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains in the heart of central Virginia.
The public school system of Bedford County is dedicated to excellence in education and strives to ensure that all children of school age receive the highest quality education appropriate to their individual needs and abilities.
The Bedford County School Board hereby provides notice of acceptance for further review of a solicited proposal pursuant to the Public-Private Education Facilities and Infrastructure Act of 2002 (PPEA).
www.bedford.k12.va.us   (300 words)

  
 Bedford, Virginia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The cupola atop the Bedford County Court House in Bedford, Virginia.
Bedford is the sister city of Trevier, France, which sent Bedford an exact replica of its own World War I statue, including the face damaged in World War II.
Bedford sits at the feet of the Peaks of Otter.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bedford,_Virginia   (545 words)

  
 Bedford Citizens for Land Preservation
Bedford County is located between the cities of Lynchburg and Roanoke.
In the five year period between 1997 and 2002, Bedford lost 165 farms; 8,032 acres of farmland was taken out of agricultural use.
However, using data compiled by the Bedford Extension Office from the 2002 Census (with revised numbers from the 1997 Census formulated for comparison purposes), Bedford’s Agricultural Situation during this period is accurately represented in the chart that follows.
www.bedfordpreservation.org /infobedfordcounty.html   (987 words)

  
 Bedford County, Virginia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The county is named for John Russell, the fourth Duke of Bedford, who was a Secretary of State of Great Britain.
In 1782, Campbell County was formed for parts of Bedford County.
Also in 1786, Franklin County was formed from Bedford County.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bedford_County,_Virginia   (449 words)

  
 Bedford
A named executor residing outside of Virginia who wishes to be appointed as executor must bring a Virginia resident to the probate appointment to either co-qualify or be designated as a registered agent.
A non-resident of Virginia who wishes to be appointed as Administrator must bring a Virginia resident to the appointment to either CO-qualify or to be designated as a registered agent.
Within the first 30 days after the death of an intestate person, only a sole distributee or his designee may be appointed to administer the estate, or if there is more than one distributee, one designated by all distributees on their written waiver of appointment.
www.courts.state.va.us /courts/circuit/bedford/probate.html   (1303 words)

  
 Bedford Co, VA, Homepage
Bedford County was probably named for John Russell, fourth duke of Bedford, who, as secretary of state for the southern department from 1748 to 1751, had general supervision of colonial affairs.
Short History of Bedford Co Peter Veimeister has made available a short history of Bedford Co, with excerpts from several on-line books.
Bedford Co meets one of Jeff Foxworthy's criteria for being a "redneck".
www.rootsweb.com /~vabedfor/bedford.htm   (1090 words)

  
 [No title]
The city announced yesterday that James E. Day was chosen from a field of more than 35 applicants to fill the post which was vacated with the retirement of Chief Milton Graham July 31 of this year.
The review process of the applicants included a group of Bedford citizens, law enforcement professionals and City Manager Charles Kolakowski.
"Bedford being close and being a good community met every requirement I was looking for."
www.bedfordbulletin.com /articles/2006/09/27/news/news01.txt   (422 words)

  
 Adventure Tours Bedford VA Virginia + National Parks - City Guide
Bedford County Courthouse (circa 1930) Located on Main Street, This Classical Revival building features an Ionic-order porch, Corinthian columns, and Flemish-bond brickwork.
Bedford Meeting House (circa 1838) Located in Downtown Bedford, Built as the first meeting house for Methodist in Liberty, this Greek Revival house was meticulously restored by the Bedford Historical Society in 1970 and is listed on the National Register of Historic places, as well as the Virginia Landmarks Register.
Listed on the National and Virginia Registers of Big Trees, the tree can be viewed at any time and the park features picnic tables and benches throughout.
www.discoverourtown.com /VA/Bedford/Attractions-283.html   (1150 words)

  
 Adult Education Home Page
The Tests of General Educational Development (GED) are developed by the American Council on Education to enable persons who have not graduated from high school to demonstrate the attainment of abilities normally associated with completion of a high school program of study.
The Virginia GED program provides an opportunity to recognize the educational development of individuals as a result of their life and/or employment experiences.
You are eligible to take the tests if you are not enrolled in, and have not graduated from high school, and you meet the requirements set by Virginia with regard to age, the length of time since you left school, and residency.
www.bedford.k12.va.us /bstc/adulted   (391 words)

  
 Bedford Virginia Real Estate
Bedford is an independent city that acts as a community to make life better for all of its residents.
Nestled in the midst of the majestic mountains, rolling hills and pasture land, Bedford invites you to surrender to its charms as Central Virginia's nostalgic respite from the daily hustle and bustle.
Its strategic location places Bedford within easy driving distance of nearly every attraction in the he historic plantation manor house Avenel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmarks Register.
www.relocateamerica.com /states/VA/cities/bedford.htm   (440 words)

  
 Bedford Virginia History
In the early 1980’s the city undertook renovation of its historic downtown district and became one of Virginia’s first Main Street Cities.
From Poplar Forest on the eastern edge of the county to Historic Avenel and the Historic Meeting House in the heart of the city, Bedford provides glimpses into a proud and notable past.
Native American and colonial traditions are on display at the Bedford City/County Museum, and the city's historic cemetery dates back to the Revolutionary War.
www.bedfordareachamber.com /history.htm   (233 words)

  
 Hunting Bedford County, Virginia
Bedford County Virginia is one of the best kept secrets for high quality hunting in the country.
Although County is situated conveniently close to the cities of Roanoke and Lynchburg and the small towns of Bedford and Altavista, the county is heavily wooded, mountainous, and sparse in population.
Virginia's chapter, one of the original programs in the world and a model for all charitable programs like it to emulate, is headquartered right here in Bedford County.
www.smitherfamily.com /hunt.html   (335 words)

  
 New Page 2
Bedford was a hospital town and there are lots of local names/people in this book.
Stories of an American family, reflects both a universal and particular characteristic of one family's journey that runs through the history of a Europe torn by religious and imperial wars to the settlement, birth and growth of U.S., ending in the middle of the 19th century.
This is a 9 by 12 inch soft cover book of 88 pages filled with articles of Bedford history, pictures of the 250th Birthday events and activities, as well as pictures of the 200th anniversary, celebrated in 1954.
www.bedfordvamuseum.org /GiftStoreBooks01.htm   (2127 words)

  
 Bedford Community Orchestra   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
BCO musicians come together weekly from the Bedford, Lynchburg, Roanoke, Blacksburg, and the surrounding areas to share in the joy and creation of orchestral music.
The Bedford Community Orchestra, located in Bedford, Virginia, was founded in 1989.
The BCO traditionally hosts two free concerts a year at the Bedford Middle School Auditorium in Bedford, and is also available for other performances throughout the year.
www.bedfordcommorch.org   (88 words)

  
 Home Page
Bedford, Va Bedford Virginia is one of the fastest growing areas in the Commonwealth.
Government policies in the Bedford area are directed toward economic and social development and the governmental attitude toward business and industry is one of cooperation and support.
The Bedford area abounds with natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities offering residents and visitors an attractive and pleasant environment to live, work and play.
bedfordvirginia.com   (195 words)

  
 The Bedford City   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
The Mission of the Bedford City / County Museum is to develop and maintain files for genealogical and historical research and to collect, preserve and interpret objects of historical significance to the City of Bedford and Bedford County, Virginia.
Objects of historical significance are defined as objects that were made and / or used by inhabitants of Bedford or are deemed to have been an integral part of the lives and environs of the inhabitants of the City of Bedford and Bedford County, Virginia.
Objects of historical significance interpret and substantiate the existence and survival of inhabitants of Bedford, Virginia from prehistoric times to present.
www.bedfordvamuseum.com   (411 words)

  
 Bedford, Virginia
Bedford is a great spot to spend a few days.
Bedford also has some nicely preserved buildings, several museums, a fine selection of accommodation and a variety of dining options.
The Appalachian Mountains are just a short drive away where countless outdoor pursuits await the intrepid visitor.
www.planetware.com /virginia/bedford-us-va-bed.htm   (75 words)

  
 [No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
To view all the Bedford commercial properties for sale and for lease and to access hundreds of thousands of other commercial properties for sale and for lease in Bedford and throughout the U.S. and Canada, become a LoopNet member today.
This is a 10,000 square foot Warehouse property located three miles from the National D-Day Memorial in the Christmas Capitol of Virginia (Bedford) Th...
This property was previously used as a church, if you are in need of a church the owner would be willing to negotiagte a lease for the property as wel...
www.loopnet.com /xNet/MainSite/ContentIndexPages/Virginia/Bedford   (493 words)

  
 Bedford County: Virginia Is For Lovers
Bedford County is located in the western portion of the Central Virginia region just east of the Roanoke metropolitan area.
Bedford is the site for the National D-Day Memorial, honoring American soldiers and allies who were killed at Normandy.
Bedford was chosen because it was the community that sustained the highest per capita loss of lives during the invasion.
www.virginia.org /site/cities.asp?locality=Bedford   (211 words)

  
 The National D-Day Memorial Foundation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Like eleven other Virginia communities, Bedford provided a company of soldiers (Company A) to the 29th Infantry Division when the National Guard's 116th Infantry Regiment was activated on 3 February 1941.
Some thirty Bedford soldiers were still in that company on D-Day; several more from Bedford were in other D-Day companies, including one who, two years earlier, had been reassigned from the 116th Infantry to the First Infantry Division.
Recognizing Bedford as emblematic of all communities, large and small, whose citizen-soldiers served on D-Day, Congress warranted the establishment of the National D-Day Memorial here.
www.dday.org /html/why_bedford.html   (219 words)

  
 Bedford, Virginia Photographers - Wedding, Portrait, Commercial, Event and Other Photography Service
This photographer services: Bedford, Virginia from a local, regional or national office.
Virginia Photographics is a small business specializing in photo restoration, manipulation, and digital imaging services of all types.
This professional photographer services: Bedford, Virginia from a local, regional or national office.
www.marketingtool.com /channel/photo/b.465.g.7295.html   (1221 words)

  
 Bedford County Activities and Attractions - Shopping, Antiques, Gifts and Wineries
Bedford, VA, with roots that reach into the 18th century, is a wonderful place to explore antique shops and malls.
It features nationally-acclaimed Virginia sports and nature artisans (as seen in Gray's Sporting Journal), plus a gourmet Virginia wine and foods section, nature-inspired books, jewelry, candles, porcelains, soaps, linens, note cards, and shawls from around the state, as well as a Christmas corner.
We're a small family-owned winery located in Huddleston, Virginia.  Within close driving range of Smith Mountain Lake, the Blue Ridge Mountains, historic Appomattox, and the cities of Bedford, Roanoke and Lynchburg.
www.visitbedford.com /attract_shopping.html   (1658 words)

  
 eBay - bedford county ..., Postcards Paper, Transportation items on eBay.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Peaks of Otter in Bedford County, Virginia, 1912
Indian Occupancy in Bedford County, VA 1940 Bushnell
Land Deed Genealogy of Bedford County Tennessee 1861...
search-desc.ebay.com /search/search.dll?query=bedford+county+...&krd=1   (306 words)

  
 Bedford Architects | Residential Architects   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Bedford architects are the first people involved in the home building or home remodeling process.
Bedford architects sketch out plans and designs based on your needs and wants, and then they go into the lab and come out with the plans of your dreams.
Both artistic and industry-knowledgeable, architects are able to design and create plans that will fit inside of your budget, city codes, and proper design elements that best display their talents as professionals.
www.servicemagic.com /d.Architects-Engineers.Bedford.VA.-12005.html   (148 words)

  
 The Kiwanis Club of Bedford, Virginia
The Kiwanis Club of Bedford, Virginia was established in 2002 and has a membership of 25-30 members.
The Bedford Kiwanis raises money through bottled water sales at various events and the popular Kiwanis Lobster Festival, which is held the first Saturday in October.
For the 3rd year in a row, the Bedford Kiwanis Club co-sponsored the annual D-Day Family Day which was held on Saturday, July 23, 2005 at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford.
www.bedfordkiwanis.org   (303 words)

Try your search on: Qwika (all wikis)

Factbites
  About us   |   Why use us?   |   Reviews   |   Press   |   Contact us  
Copyright © 2005-2007 www.factbites.com Usage implies agreement with terms.