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Ballot confusion delays outcome of Ward IV city council primary
Incumbent Vice Mayor and Councilor Chris Faraldi and challenger Peter Alexander still were waiting for the final votes to be counted in the Republican primary for Lynchburg’s Ward IV on Monday evening in an election filled with GOP infighting and claims of mishandled ballots.
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 25
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.
The Yard on Fifth Street hopes to create new gathering spot
A new addition is coming to 5th Street this summer. The Yard on Fifth Street, set to open in late summer at 801 5th Street, will occupy the former Fifth and Federal Station location, which closed in April 2022.
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 24
Read through the obituaries published today in Lynchburg News and Advance.
Photos: Storm destroys Wisconsin church
Storms swept through southern Wisconsin on Saturday. Argyle Lutheran Church was destroyed, and the congregation is meeting there Sunday to pray and talk.
Jury finds Lynchburg man guilty of unlawful wounding in 2021 shooting
A jury on Friday convicted a Lynchburg man of unlawful wounding and three firearm-related charges in connection with an October 2021 shooting that severely injured a man.
Amherst Co. fiscal '25 budget proposes 15.5 new positions, 3% pay raise
Amherst County’s proposed fiscal year 2024-25 budget includes funding for 15.5 new positions, 13 in public safety and 2 ½ in social services, and a grant for financing seven school resource officer positions.
Fairfield man shot by Bedford deputy during pursuit sentenced
A Rockbridge County man led law enforcement on a pursuit in Bedford that led to his shooting was sentenced June 18 to 20 years in prison.
'A visionary leader': Jane White dies at age 84
Jane Baber White’s influence on the city of Lynchburg began in a garden and blossomed into a legacy of community building.
Not your typical Eeyore: Donkeys on local farm are "just big dogs"
CONCORD — On 22 acres right off U.S. 460 are 300 donkeys along with geese, chickens, dogs, goats, cows, pigs and emu. And a few farm cats.
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 23
Read through the obituaries published today in Lynchburg News and Advance.
Counting down
Thursday marked 100 days until the Virginia 10-miler and runners celebrated with a fun run. The 10-miler will mark its 50th year on Sept. 28. The challenging course that winds through Lynchburg's midtown brings out elite athletes and casual runners alike for the course that runs up Langhorne…
Roanoke man sentenced in 2022 murder in Moneta
BEDFORD — A Roanoke man convicted of second-degree murder in a New Year’s Day shooting outside a Moneta restaurant that killed a Huddleston resident was sentenced Friday to 25 years in prison.
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 22
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.
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. 21, 2024
Our weekly round-up of letters published in the Lynchburg News and Advance.
A little less conversation, a little more lemonade
Mason City boy pairs his love of Elvis with a lemonade stand, singing and dancing to the King of Rock and Roll while offering folks a cold glass of lemonade.
Lynchburg's new parks and recreation director wants to make lasting impact
Wyatt Woody had worked in the parks and recreation field for more than 20 years before he was named director of Lynchburg’s Department of Parks & Recreation last fall.
Camp LEO gives local youth feel for law enforcement
Just shy of 112, Virginia Jefferson remembered as a proud, loving woman
Virginia Jefferson died June 4 — just two months shy of her 112th birthday.
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“Give me time and let me show;" New Bedford superintendent faces media for first time
William F. Dupere said Tuesday afternoon he honestly believes that God has placed him in Bedford County to be superintendent.
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 21
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Central Virginia Community College announces reaccreditation
Central Virginia Community College recently announced reaccreditation following a successful review from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
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Madison Heights man charged in shooting at Lynchburg apartment
A Madison Heights man was arrested Wednesday night in connection with gunshots fired at an apartment complex on Greenfield Drive in Lynchburg, police said Thursday.
Monroe man dies from injuries in two-vehicle wreck in Amherst County
Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred at 7:44 p.m. June 15 at the intersection of Virginia 130 and Mt. Tabor Drive in Amherst County.
Relay for Life cancer walk to be hosted at City Stadium
The Relay for Life of Greater Lynchburg, hosted by the American Cancer Society, honors those whose lives have been affected by cancer.
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