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Lynchburg holds grand opening for new library branch
Lynchburg Public Library held a grand opening on Saturday for the new location of its downtown branch, with free coffee and donuts, raffles and storytime led by City Manager Wynter Benda.
Lanternflies have returned for their seasonal invasion
The invasive spotted lanternflies have been spotted all over Lynchburg, and plants and crops are at risk as the insects evolve and numbers seem to increase.
Lynchburg City Council releases school board candidate interview schedule
Lynchburg City Council will hold two special meetings in June to interview 12 candidates seeking appointment to three positions on the Lynchburg City School Board, the City of Lynchburg announced Thursday.
Playing around with pooches
Dog owners and their pets enjoyed some fun recently during the Pooch Picnic at Hometown Finds on Waterlick Road. Themed vendors took part and one sign advertising a lemonade stand said "1 Pooch Kiss Per Cup."The event raised money for Tookshire Acres Animal Rescue.
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 9
Read through the obituaries published today in Lynchburg News and Advance.
Lynchburg City School Board adopts budget, including elimination of 85 positions
The Lynchburg City School Board unanimously approved its budget Thursday night which includes the proposed level funding total from city council, a 3% staff bonus and the elimination of 85 positions at the division level.
D-Day memorial continues to draw and inspire crowds
A day after a moving celebration in Bedford marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day, visitors continued to explore and admire one of the state's most significant memorials on Friday. The National D-Day Memorial provides a year-round educational and impactful experience for people of all ages.
D-Day memorial continues to draw and inspire crowds
A day after a moving celebration in Bedford marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day, visitors continued to explore and admire one of the state's most significant memorials on Friday. The National D-Day Memorial provides a year-round educational and impactful experience for people of all ages.
Trial continued in Amherst murder case
Almost five years since the shooting, Chris Hamilton Austin’s trial gets continued again because he has not yet been restored to mental competency.
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 8
Read through the obituaries published today in Lynchburg News and Advance.
Mark your calendar: Upcoming events in the Lynchburg area
Because this section is free of charge, community events are subject to run based on available space. Email events to calendar@newsadvance.com.
Lynchburg speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Jun. 7, 2024
Our weekly round-up of letters published in the Lynchburg News and Advance.
State police seeks information on Campbell County hit-and-run
Virginia State Police is asking for information on hit-and-run that occurredWednesday, June 5.
Luxury homes on the market in Lynchburg
These are some of the most luxurious homes on the Lynchburg market.
A1 Minute! June 7, 2024: Albemarle County tax error; Athlete Spotlight on Goldstein
Albemarle County tax error; Athlete Spotlight on Goldstein
Historical homes you can own in the Lynchburg area
Here are some Lynchburg homes with history that you might be able to call your own.
Lynchburg City Schools kicks off free summer meal program for kids
Lynchburg City Schools is providing free summer meals to all young people 18 and younger at more than 20 locations across the city. Children must eat the meals — breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks — onsite, according to LCS.
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 7
Read through the obituaries published today in Lynchburg News and Advance.
Mark your calendar: Upcoming events in the Lynchburg area
Because this section is free of charge, community events are subject to run based on available space. Email events to calendar@newsadvance.com.
Bells toll in Bedford to close 80th D-Day ceremonies
BEDFORD— From the courthouse here to churches worldwide, bells tolled on Thursday evening for soldiers who fell during D-Day 80 years ago.
New Era Cap looks to expand reach with purchase of sport and lifestyle company
New Era Cap announced Thursday that it is purchasing global fashion brand ’47 with the goal of expanding and diversifying its product portfolio of apparel and accessories.
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The Lynchburg City School Board enacted Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s recent policies regarding the treatment of transgender students in a 6-3 vote Tuesday night.
Commemorative welcome lunch sets the stage for D-Day celebration
April Cheek-Messier welcomed World War II veterans to Lynchburg on Wednesday and thanked them as she outlined a more than a yearlong effort to plan Thursday’s ceremonies recognizing the 80th anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy on D-Day.
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Lynchburg man to serve 6 years in prison for robbing Madison Heights shop at gunpoint
A Lynchburg man will serve six years in prison after a Madison Heights tobacco shop was robbed at gunpoint in May 2023.
Free electronics, hazardous materials recycling event coming Saturday
The City of Lynchburg is holding a free recycling event on Saturday where city and Campbell County residents can drop off hazardous materials and electronics at the Concord Turnpike Convenience Center.
SeaQuest Lynchburg summer camp opens registration
Parents are encouraged to register their children for SeaQuest Lynchburg's Summer Fun Camp at River Ridge mall.
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