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Madison Heights man drowns at Mill Creek Lake
A Madison Heights man drowned Thursday in Mill Creek Lake in northern Amherst County, the county sheriff's office said Friday.
Lynchburg speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of May. 17, 2024
Our weekly round-up of letters published in the Lynchburg News and Advance.
One killed in Appomattox crash
A single-vehicle crash on U.S. 460 in Appomattox County left one woman dead Friday morning, the Virginia State Police said.
Amherst sheriff's office conducts searches of county vape, tobacco shops
As a result of a two-month investigation, the Amherst County Sheriff’s Office with the assistance of the Virginia State Police Central Virginia Drug and Gang Task Force, executed search warrants on four tobacco and vape shops in Madison Heights.
Murder charge certified to grand jury in Lynchburg woman's homicide
A judge ruled Thursday to certify a murder charge against a Charlottesville man accused in a Lynchburg woman's fatal shooting.
Bedford County, Lynchburg partnering to host pro disc golf event in 2025
Tourism departments in Bedford County and the city of Lynchburg are partnering to host the 2025 Professional Disc Golf Association Pro/Am Tour Stop.
Visitor spending in Bedford County hit record mark in '22
The most recent figures from the Virginia Tourism Corporation and Tourism Economics show direct travel expenditures by visitors to Bedford County grew to $71.4 million in 2022, the highest on record, according to county officials.
Visitor spending in Bedford County hit record mark in '22
The most recent figures from the Virginia Tourism Corporation and Tourism Economics show direct travel expenditures by visitors to Bedford County grew to $71.4 million in 2022, the highest on record, according to county officials.
'Mighty Mites Take the Field (Again)' plays at Commerce Street Theater this weekend
The year is 1948 in Lynchburg and a group of young boys, small in stature but mighty in spirit, come together to form the Miller Park sandlot football team.
Centra brings back docs to hematology and oncology clinic
Centra Health announced both Dr. Cecilia MacCallum and Dr. Emaculate Tebit will be joining the Centra Hematology and Oncology Clinic.
Rainy forecast again for Virginia this weekend
Both days will be cloudy and cool, even away from the rain.
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for May 17
Read through the obituaries published today in Lynchburg News and Advance.
Your right to know: Latest property transfers and building permits
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'This is the best day to be a Hornet': University of Lynchburg celebrates the Class of 2024
University of Lynchburg President Alison Morrison-Shetlar told students Thursday morning during its 121st commencement ceremony, “it is indeed a great day to be a Hornet.”
'Tonight belongs to you:' Central Virginia Community College celebrates the class of 2024
The president of Central Virginia Community College began his remarks Wednesday night by extending congratulations to the Class of 2024.
31st Annual Day of Caring unites communities, coming up next week
As the 31st Annual Day of Caring approaches on May 22, Tabitha Abbott, event coordinator for United Way of Central Virginia, is excited to see nearly 800 volunteers out and about in the community.
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for May 16
Read through the obituaries published today in Lynchburg News and Advance.
Nelson school board talks budget proposal
The Nelson County School Board discussed options during its May meeting on how it can reduce the budget by $1 million.
Amherst school board deadlocks on reading curriculum selection
After heavy discussion fueled largely by concerns on content, the Amherst County School Board deadlocked May 9 on a 3-3 vote to approve a new reading and English curriculum for elementary schools.
Former Poplar Forest leader to speak in Amherst on saving Jefferson's octagonal house
Travis McDonald, a retired director of architectural restoration at Poplar Forest, who will give a presentation 'Saving Thomas Jefferson's Octagonal House' in Amherst on May 19.
Nelson County alumni wins Heart of the Arts Award
On May 10,Nelson County High School Alumni, Kiley Mullins received the National High School Heart of the Arts Award from The National Federation of State High School Association (NFHS).
Amherst council approves new town budget with pay raises
The Town of Amherst’s $6.6 million fiscal year 2025 budget, an increase of $2.1 million, received Amherst Town Council’s approval on a 4-1 vote May 8.
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Campbell County Board of Supervisors OK plan to fix elevator in Haberer building
Supervisors discussed fixing the elevator in the Haberer building where it holds its meetings that has been broken since October.
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Corgis raced one another during Corgis Uncorked! at the Lovingston Winery in Nelson County on Saturday.
For Love of Nature: So much to see and hear in Blue Ridge Mountains
As we arrived at the Cove Mountain trailhead on the Appalachian Trail off the Blue Ridge Parkway last week, songs of the hooded warbler, American redstart and indigo bunting filled the air.
Photos: Search through damage underway after storms hit Barnsdall
The Osage County town of Barnsdall took a direct hit from a large tornado Monday night, initial reports indicate.
How long will rain linger in the Virginia forecast Wednesday?
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Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for May 15
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.
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