Lynchburg gears up for Juneteenth with concerts, block parties, education events
Read full article: Lynchburg gears up for Juneteenth with concerts, block parties, education eventsLynchburg is marking Juneteenth with a full slate of community events organized by the Lynchburg Juneteenth Coalition and the Legacy Museum. From live music and block parties to history workshops and civic engagement sessions, the celebration is designed to honor the past while inspiring action in the present.
Patchwork 250: James River Batteau Festival brings Virginiaās history to life in Lynchburg
Read full article: Patchwork 250: James River Batteau Festival brings Virginiaās history to life in LynchburgExperience Virginiaās history brought to life as the James River Batteau Festival returns to Lynchburg.
Virginia law eliminates breast cancer screening costs ā but many patients are still paying bills they donāt owe
Read full article: Virginia law eliminates breast cancer screening costs ā but many patients are still paying bills they donāt oweA new Virginia law is designed to eliminate out-of-pocket costs for breast cancer screenings, but some patients are still receiving unexpected bills, and many donāt know they donāt have to pay them.
Central Virginia Commuter Services launches Businesses for Bikes program, supports biking, Lynchburg businesses
Read full article: Central Virginia Commuter Services launches Businesses for Bikes program, supports biking, Lynchburg businessesCentral Virginia Commuter Services launched the Businesses for Bikes program on Monday, which encourages biking in the Lynchburg area while supporting local businesses.
Valley Link holds second round of community meetings on proposed transmission line
Read full article: Valley Link holds second round of community meetings on proposed transmission lineValley Link is back with another round of community meetings, giving residents a chance to weigh in on a proposed transmission line stretching from Campbell County north to Culpeper.
Lynchburg man arrested and charged after investigation into alleged gun trafficking
Read full article: Lynchburg man arrested and charged after investigation into alleged gun traffickingThe Springfield Police Department announced Tuesday that it had arrested and charged a Lynchburg man after an investigation into alleged gun trafficking.
Former Chairwoman of the Lynchburg Republican City Committee speaks on primary nullification
Read full article: Former Chairwoman of the Lynchburg Republican City Committee speaks on primary nullificationBecause of the nullification, Bratton and other Republicans now have to run as independents in the upcoming city council election in November.
Valley Link holds second round of community meetings on proposed transmission line
Read full article: Valley Link holds second round of community meetings on proposed transmission lineValley Link is returning for a second round of public meetings about a proposed power transmission line stretching from Lynchburg to Culpeper ā and this time, officials are narrowing down the route.
Lynchburg Republican City Committee declared defunct, results of controversial firehouse primary nullified
Read full article: Lynchburg Republican City Committee declared defunct, results of controversial firehouse primary nullifiedThe Lynchburg Republican City Committee has been declared defunct and the results of the recent firehouse primary that occurred in the city have been nullified, Lynchburg City Councilman Chris Faraldi confirmed.
Lynchburg Commonwealthās Attorney issues statement on Virginia gun legislation
Read full article: Lynchburg Commonwealthās Attorney issues statement on Virginia gun legislationLynchburg Commonwealthās Attorney Bethany Harrison in a letter to Chief Kenneth Edwards of the Lynchburg Police Department, said that her office would not enforce SB 749/HB 217, the āAssault Weapons Ban,ā and SB 727/HB 1524, the āPublic Carry Banā.
Bicyclist injured after crash involving Lynchburg Public Works vehicle
Read full article: Bicyclist injured after crash involving Lynchburg Public Works vehicleThe Lynchburg Police Department announced that it was investigating a crash that occurred between a City of Lynchburg vehicle and a bicyclist Friday morning.
Lynchburg parents tackle screen time challenges during Internet Safety Month
Read full article: Lynchburg parents tackle screen time challenges during Internet Safety MonthJune is Internet Safety Month, and for families in Lynchburg, that means taking a closer look at how much time kids are spending on screens ā and what theyāre doing while theyāre there
Recently announced E.C. Glass High School Principal withdraws from position, LCS says
Read full article: Recently announced E.C. Glass High School Principal withdraws from position, LCS saysLynchburg City Schools announced that an individual who was recently announced as the next principal of E.C. Glass High School has withdrawn and will not be assuming the position.
Lynchburg concert cancellation leaves ticket buyers waiting on refunds
Read full article: Lynchburg concert cancellation leaves ticket buyers waiting on refundsWeeks after a canceled concert left fans frustrated, some ticket buyers say they are still waiting on refunds ā and getting little in the way of answers.
City of Lynchburg announces cooling center locations for Thursday and Friday
Read full article: City of Lynchburg announces cooling center locations for Thursday and FridayThe City of Lynchburg on Wednesday announced that it would be opening up cooling centers due to weather forecasts and expected temperatures for Thursday and Friday.
Lynchburg Republican firehouse primary under scrutiny as Attorney General opens review
Read full article: Lynchburg Republican firehouse primary under scrutiny as Attorney General opens reviewSome voters in Lynchburg are questioning how a Republican firehouse primary was run, and now the Attorney General is taking a look.
Lynchburg City Council votes to approve water and stormwater rate increase
Read full article: Lynchburg City Council votes to approve water and stormwater rate increaseLynchburg City Council is voting on a proposed water and stormwater rate increase that officials say is necessary to fund ongoing upgrades to one of the nationās oldest water systems. The central question for ratepayers is straightforward: pay a little more each month now, or risk much larger problems with the system down the road.
Showers & Storms Return to the Forecast Sunday
Read full article: Showers & Storms Return to the Forecast SundayAs you head out the door to church or brunch this morning, youāll want to grab the umbrella to prepare for a few afternoon showers & storms. Otherwise, this morning we stay dry and mild! Our temperatures will quickly warm up into the 80s and 90s this afternoon.
Jerry Falwell III sues Liberty University over contract, claims $1.75 million in unpaid wages
Read full article: Jerry Falwell III sues Liberty University over contract, claims $1.75 million in unpaid wagesJerry Falwell III is taking Liberty University to court, claiming the school broke a promise ā and owes him more than a million dollars for it.
Lynchburg surveillance cameras, gunshot detectors aid police ā but council wants answers
Read full article: Lynchburg surveillance cameras, gunshot detectors aid police ā but council wants answersLynchburg police say their network of license plate cameras and gunshot detection devices is helping solve crimes, but some city council members are pressing for more transparency about who can access the data and whether the program should grow.
Centra to lay off 90 employees as part of company restructuring
Read full article: Centra to lay off 90 employees as part of company restructuringCentra announced Monday that it would be laying off approximately 90 individuals, about one percent of Centraās total workforce, effective this week as part of the companyās restructuring efforts.
Man arrested, woman injured after burglary, attack in Lynchburg
Read full article: Man arrested, woman injured after burglary, attack in LynchburgA woman was injured and a man was arrested following a burglary and malicious wounding that took place in Lynchburg on Thursday, Lynchburg Police Department said.
Law enforcement investigating armed robbery involving multiple suspects in Lynchburg
Read full article: Law enforcement investigating armed robbery involving multiple suspects in LynchburgLaw enforcement is investigating an armed robbery that occurred in Lynchburg on Thursday, Lynchburg Police Department said.
Casting call: Netflixās āLove on the Spectrumā seeking participants from the Danville and Lynchburg areas
Read full article: Casting call: Netflixās āLove on the Spectrumā seeking participants from the Danville and Lynchburg areasNetflixās āLove on the Spectrumā is on the hunt for new cast members in Danville for its next season, and you could be a part of the story!
Over 1,000 AEP customers in Amherst Co., surrounding counties, without power due to weather Wednesday night
Read full article: Over 1,000 AEP customers in Amherst Co., surrounding counties, without power due to weather Wednesday nightAccording to Appalachian Power Companyās outage map, 1,066 customers are still without power in Amherst County Thursday morning.
Lynchburg Regional Airport announces updated flight schedule for United Airlines
Read full article: Lynchburg Regional Airport announces updated flight schedule for United AirlinesPlanning on taking to the skies from Lynchburg Regional Airport? Starting in September, United Airlines is hoping to make it easier to get an early start on your travel plans.
Man wanted following May homicide in Lynchburg, law enforcement seeking information
Read full article: Man wanted following May homicide in Lynchburg, law enforcement seeking informationThe Lynchburg Police Department is searching for a man wanted in connection with a shooting incident that left one dead on May 18.
Hornetsā NCAA Tournament Run Ends in Decisive Game 3
Read full article: Hornetsā NCAA Tournament Run Ends in Decisive Game 3The University of Lynchburg baseball team saw its season end Sunday in the NCAA Division III Super Regionals after splitting two games with East Texas Baptist at Worthington Field.
Man and juvenile arrested and charged after allegedly assaulting Bedford County Sheriffās Deputy
Read full article: Man and juvenile arrested and charged after allegedly assaulting Bedford County Sheriffās DeputyThe Bedford County Sheriffās Office announced Thursday that it had arrested a Lynchburg man and a juvenile after officials say they assaulted a Bedford County Sheriffās Deputy.
Lynchburg City Council calls for volunteers for the Lynchburg City School Board
Read full article: Lynchburg City Council calls for volunteers for the Lynchburg City School BoardIf you care about education and want to make a difference, the Lynchburg City Council is looking for volunteers to serve on the school board.
Swing for Cash Golf Classic raises scholarship money for student-athletes
Read full article: Swing for Cash Golf Classic raises scholarship money for student-athletesThe second annual Swing for Cash Golf Classic at London Downs Golf Club brought together over 100 golfers to raise scholarship money for Lynchburg-area student-athletes, honoring Cash Gaudio, who was killed in 2024 at age 19.
Lynchburg Police seeking suspect in connection with Wednesday morning shooting
Read full article: Lynchburg Police seeking suspect in connection with Wednesday morning shootingThe Lynchburg Police Department has identified a suspect in a shooting that occurred on Memorial Avenue on Wednesday morning.
U.S. Marshals arrest man in connection with homicide at Millwood Apartments
Read full article: U.S. Marshals arrest man in connection with homicide at Millwood ApartmentsThe Lynchburg Police Department announced Thursday that the U.S. Marshals Service had taken 20-year-old Ke John McGhee into custody in the Richmond area early Thursday morning.
Lynchburg baseball gears up to make championship run
Read full article: Lynchburg baseball gears up to make championship runThe University of Lynchburg baseball team is gearing up for another trip to the NCAA tournament. The Hornets will make their sixth consecutive appearance when it hosts the regional round this weekend.
Lynchburgās 2027 budget survives first reading amid school funding, tax debate
Read full article: Lynchburgās 2027 budget survives first reading amid school funding, tax debateLynchburgās proposed 2027 budget cleared its first reading Tuesday night, but not before a heated fight over school funding and taxes.
Senator Stanley, local groups call for change at Danville Humane Society following Eveās death
Read full article: Senator Stanley, local groups call for change at Danville Humane Society following Eveās deathCalls for reform at the Danville Area Humane Society are continuing after the euthanasia of a dog named Eve sparked backlash from activists, lawmakers and community members.
Lynchburg drivers adjust as gas prices climb above $4 a gallon nationwide
Read full article: Lynchburg drivers adjust as gas prices climb above $4 a gallon nationwideDrivers across the U.S. are feeling more pain at the pump, with the national average now just above $4 a gallon. In Virginia, prices are hovering around $4.30 a gallon, pushing many families to rethink whenāand whereāthey fill up.
Lynchburg notches gutsy win over Grove City with late rally in tournament thriller
Read full article: Lynchburg notches gutsy win over Grove City with late rally in tournament thrillerRiley Hastings scored the tying goal with 2:55 remaining and assisted on Spencer Vandenbergās go-ahead score 45 seconds later as the University of Lynchburg rallied past Grove City 16-15 on Saturday in the second round of the NCAA Division III menās lacrosse tournament.
Home heavily damaged, three pets dead following house fire in Lynchburg
Read full article: Home heavily damaged, three pets dead following house fire in LynchburgA home is damaged and three pets are dead following a house fire that occurred in Lynchburg on Saturday morning, Lynchburg Fire Department said.
Lynchburg lawn law: What happens when grass grows too tall
Read full article: Lynchburg lawn law: What happens when grass grows too tallLetting your lawn go in Lynchburg could cost you. City law prohibits grass or other plants from growing beyond 12 inches ā and if yours does, the city has the authority to step in and send you the bill.
Lynchburg man dead after kayaking incident near Great Falls
Read full article: Lynchburg man dead after kayaking incident near Great FallsThe Maryland Natural Resources Police announced in a statement Thursday that a 22-year-old Lynchburg man had died following a kayaking incident in the area of Great Falls Sunday.
Soggy Thursday Morning, But a Dry Weekend Ahead!
Read full article: Soggy Thursday Morning, But a Dry Weekend Ahead!Radar scans this morning show a few showers remaining in the Lynchburg and Southside areas. The remainder of the viewing area is dry this morning, but still breezy! Yesterdayās cold front certainly lived up to its name, which is in part why our wind speeds are on the up and up, while our temperatures have decreased.
Lynchburg named one of Top 100 Best Places to Live in country
Read full article: Lynchburg named one of Top 100 Best Places to Live in countryLynchburg, Virginia, has earned a spot on Livabilityās Top 100 Best Places to Live in the country ā and the people who call it home say the recognition is well-deserved.
Lynchburg Humane Society demands answers after beloved dog euthanized at Danville Humane Society
Read full article: Lynchburg Humane Society demands answers after beloved dog euthanized at Danville Humane SocietyThe euthanization of a dog named Eve by the Danville Area Humane Society is drawing criticism and renewed scrutiny of the shelterās policies after the Lynchburg Humane Society said it was never contacted before the dog was put down.
GLTC holds employment drive to fill bus driver shortage, restore Sunday service
Read full article: GLTC holds employment drive to fill bus driver shortage, restore Sunday serviceThe Greater Lynchburg Transit Company is on a mission to get more drivers behind the wheel ā and get riders back on the road on Sundays.
Lynchburg first responders hailed as heroes after saving local man from cardiac arrest
Read full article: Lynchburg first responders hailed as heroes after saving local man from cardiac arrestWhen seconds counted, Lynchburg firefighters stepped up. Shane Southās life took a terrifying turn when his heart stopped on March 15, but thanks to the quick actions of first responders, he was given a second chance.
Academy Center of the Arts to celebrate creativity with Ink Festival this summer
Read full article: Academy Center of the Arts to celebrate creativity with Ink Festival this summerIf youāre looking to tap into your creative side, the Academy Center of the Arts is set to hold InkFest 2026 to celebrate the arts.
Alzheimers Association Awards held in Lynchburg
Read full article: Alzheimers Association Awards held in LynchburgLeaders from the Central and Western Virginia chapter of the Alzheimerās Association recognized some of the people responsible for supporting their cause and making a difference in the community.
Lynchburg firefighters rescue nine trapped in elevator at rooftop bar
Read full article: Lynchburg firefighters rescue nine trapped in elevator at rooftop barNine people are safe after being trapped in an elevator for more than two and a half hours, thanks to the quick work of the Lynchburg Fire Department.
Lynchburg residents speak out on proposed city budget at public hearing
Read full article: Lynchburg residents speak out on proposed city budget at public hearingLynchburg City Council held a public hearing Thursday night, giving Hill City residents their first opportunity to weigh in on the cityās proposed $620 million budget. School funding and potential increases to household bills dominated the conversation, as community members and council members alike addressed priorities for the coming year.
Lynchburg Police arrest man in connection with burglary at Bojangles
Read full article: Lynchburg Police arrest man in connection with burglary at BojanglesThe Lynchburg Police Department announced Thursday that it had arrested a 63-year-old man in connection with an early morning burglary at a Lynchburg Bojangles.
Bedford, Lynchburg voters weigh in on redistricting debate
Read full article: Bedford, Lynchburg voters weigh in on redistricting debateSteady lines kept poll workers busy across both localities Tuesday. Voters said they want fairness and clearer answers about how quickly any election changes would take effect. For many, the message was simple: show up and make your voice count.
Federal audit reveals mail delays, failures at Lynchburg processing center
Read full article: Federal audit reveals mail delays, failures at Lynchburg processing centerA new federal audit is raising serious questions about mail service in central Virginia, pointing to significant operational failures at the U.S. Postal Serviceās Lynchburg processing center.
Hundreds to lace up sneakers to fight heart disease, stroke at Lynchburg Heart Walk
Read full article: Hundreds to lace up sneakers to fight heart disease, stroke at Lynchburg Heart WalkOn Saturday morning, hundreds in the Hill City will lace up their sneakers for a cause at the Lynchburg Heart Walk.
Black Maternal Health Week underscores risks, local efforts in Lynchburg
Read full article: Black Maternal Health Week underscores risks, local efforts in LynchburgAs Black Maternal Health Week is observed this April, local organizations in Lynchburg are highlighting persistent disparities in maternal health outcomes for Black women ā and the efforts underway to address them.
2026 PDGA Champions Cup continues in Lynchburg
Read full article: 2026 PDGA Champions Cup continues in LynchburgIf you didnāt get to see the Masters, but wanted to experience a major tournament in person, you still have a chance to witness the 2026 PDGA Champions Cup in Lynchburg! Itās the first of four major Professional Disc Golf Association tournaments taking place.
City Stadium renovation brings bars, carnival area to Lynchburgās historic ballpark
Read full article: City Stadium renovation brings bars, carnival area to Lynchburgās historic ballparkA familiar Lynchburg landmark is getting a fresh look. Construction is already underway at City Stadium, where city officials and project partners are rolling out a $5.25 million plan to upgrade fan spaces and bring new family-friendly attractions to the historic ballpark.
2026 PDGA Champions Cup coming to Bedford County, expected to bring $3M economic boost
Read full article: 2026 PDGA Champions Cup coming to Bedford County, expected to bring $3M economic boostThe City of Lynchburg and Bedford County are preparing to host one of disc golfās biggest events, the 2026 PDGA Champions Cup ā a four-day professional tournament expected to draw players and fans from around the world while delivering a major economic impact to the region.
Virginia State Police to conduct āOperation Road Watchā to boost safety on Route 29
Read full article: Virginia State Police to conduct āOperation Road Watchā to boost safety on Route 29Virginia State Police will conduct a highway safety enforcement initiative, āOperation Road Watch,ā along the Route 29 corridor on Saturday.
Lynchburg man arrested in connection with arson and burglary at Dragon Fire Games
Read full article: Lynchburg man arrested in connection with arson and burglary at Dragon Fire GamesA man has been arrested in connection with an arson and burglary that occurred last week in Lynchburg, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.
