Busch Entertainment Corp, which operates 10 U.S. theme parks, could become an attractive buyout target if a Belgian brewer moves ahead with a $46 billion takeover of Anheuser-Busch Companies Inc., according to published reports.

A developer in Bedford County filed for bankruptcy Wednesday morning, halting the foreclosure on a subdivision that was slated for auction at noon.

Areva NP apologized to regulators Wednesday over a shipment of equipment that contained a radiation “hot spot” that exceeded federal guidelines and traveled more than 400 miles, from its Mt. Athos Road plant near Lynchburg to Tennessee.

The Lynchburg area topped the totem pole of job growth in Virginia from April 2007 to the same month this year.

In the march of progress, American society now verges on a significant leap that will deliver something incredible for couch potatoes.

As gas prices reach new highs, Americans are driving fewer miles.

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia’s unemployment fell slightly in April to 3.3 percent.

A local company with roots in the Great Depression is branding itself to be a source for quality leather around the world.

The Board of Directors of Bank of the James Financial Group Inc. has voted to declare a 10 percent stock dividend. The company announced the vote Tuesday at the annual shareholder’s meeting.

Kroger is planning to expand one of its Lynchburg locations and to build a new store in a growing part of Forest.

TAMPA — As gasoline prices inch closer to $4 a gallon, the tips keep getting smaller for Jessica Mendoza and the other waitresses at a Village Inn Restaurant in Tampa.

NEW YORK (AP)—Wall Street tilted toward a lower open Friday as investors awaited a report on existing home sales and adjusted their portfolios before the three-day holiday weekend

A year and a half after it was announced, the Swedwood manufacturing plant officially opened its doors in Ringgold today.

BANGKOK, Thailand (AP)—Crude oil prices are shooting further into record territory, breaking above $130 a barrel for the first time on persistent supply concerns and a weaker dollar.

The Federal Communication Commission has ruled that the owner of Lynchburg’s talk radio station WLNI (105.9 FM) can’t restrict the former owner from airing talk radio in Bedford County.

Two environmental groups have asked to intervene in Dominion Virginia Power’s license application to build and operate a third reactor at its Louisa County nuclear plant.

TAMPA — Getting a mortgage could cost more, especially if you live in Florida or have less than stellar credit.

Leaders from the business and medical communities will gather Wednesday with hopes to close an information gap between health care providers and employers.

The construction of new nuclear power plants in the United States presents some problems the nation’s entrepreneurs could solve.

Riding a Harley in the Lynchburg area has its share of exhilarating moments: the breathtaking scenery, the fresh air, the sharp turns and hills on mountain roads.

Central Virginia Community College and Dominion Virginia Power are now offering a program in which participants can earn a nuclear industry-related degree while receiving a monthly stipend and a scholarship for tuition, fees and books.

If Americans aren’t sure what to do with their economic stimulus checks, major retailers are happy to offer suggestions.

WASHINGTON (AP) - Ford Motor Company is recalling more than 655,000 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks to fix a hose that could affect the vehicles’ braking power.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Travelers who love going abroad — but hate the tedious customs process — may soon be able to avoid it altogether.

Circuit City Stores Inc. yesterday appealed a $712,000 fine the Federal Communications Commission imposed, claiming the agency lacks the authority to issue such fines.

The highest paid Virginians earned $10.58 more an hour in 2006 than in 1979. The lowest paid made a dime more an hour than they did in 1979.

The number of uninsured Virginians is climbing while medical coverage through the workplace is declining. Politicians are beginning to take notice.

Dominion Virginia Power, the electricity provider for parts of Appomattox and Campbell Counties, is seeking permission to raise its fuel surcharge on July 1.

Virginia gas prices reached yet another record high average price today, while oil prices fell after a heavy surge last week.

Select Bank’s founders last July had no idea they were opening the bank just before interest rates would take a sudden, sustained dive.