Jack extends McLaren partnership
Jack Daniel’s and McLaren Racing refuel with multi-year extension to continue delivering bold fan experiences and whiskey releases.
September 8, 2026
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Lynchburg bridge to be named after Bill Dance
He’s a Lynchburg native and America’s most-loved fisherman. Next Wednesday, the bridge near the Visitor’s Center officially becomes the Bill Dance Bridge.
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Why We Moderate Comments on The Lynchburg Times
Commenting on our website and social media pages is a privilege and not a right. One we will unapologetically take away from those in our comment section who attempt to bully and disrespect our friends and neighbors.
Latest Distillery Series bottle highlights sweet mash process
It’s aged nine years, 117 proof, and in short supply. Jack Daniel’s recently announced its latest experimental whiskey – a sweet mash Tennessee Straight Whiskey, selected by Whiskey Taster and Quality Control Manager Kathy Thurmond.
END OF AN ERA: Jack ends historic slop program
Jack Daniel’s is shutting down its historic “slop hauler” program. For generations, distillery byproduct fed Moore County’s cattle. Now, farmers say the end of an era could force some to sell land, cut herds, or close their gates for good.
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