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Ryan Walters announces Bible directive for Oklahoma public schools
The state superintendent cited a statute directing the Oklahoma State Board of Education to adopt academic standards that include the study of important historical documents. #oklaed
Lynchburg City Council appoints two new members to school board, reappoints board chair
Two new members will serve on the Lynchburg City School Board after a city council meeting Tuesday night.
Bob Good accuses Lynchburg elections office of improper conduct
U.S. Rep. Bob Good, R-5th, plans to file a legal challenge to block certification of the Republican primary election in Lynchburg, the congressman said this week.
Honour Bar and Kitchen opens at former El Jefe location
Three months after El Jefe closed at 1214 Commerce St., Honour Bar and Kitchen has officially taken its place but is still under the same Parry Restaurant Group ownership.
Central Virginia Health District announces increased whooping cough cases
The Central Virginia Health District (CVHD) is advising Lynchburg-area colleges and the surrounding community at-large of a recent increase in reported whooping cough cases.
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 27
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.
Volunteer of the Year award announced in Nelson County
During a packed-room ceremony at the Nelson Center, volunteers were recognized for their impact on the county.
Campbell County man charged with murder after body found in Lynchburg
Lynchburg police have apprehended 32-year-old Daniel William Jackson, charged with the murder of Tiffany Ann Fortuna.
Construction for the Belties Cafe underway
Belties, cow cafe in Nellysford has officially begun construction.
Friends of Nelson host celebration for the cancellation of pipeline
Friends of Nelson held a celebration for the cancellation of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline and a book release of "Gaslight" by Johnathan Mingle.
'Hub of Amherst': Second Stage celebrating 10 years as town's arts, events venue
Second Stage Amherst is celebrating its 10-year anniversary as an arts and community events venue that strives to serve as the town's gathering hub.
Commission backs approving three zoning requests for Madison Heights Town Center
The Madison Heights Town Center development, a major mixed use residential and commercial project that is slated to generate more than 1,400 new housing units, received three zoning recommendations of approval from the Amherst County Planning Commission on June 20.
Murder charge upgraded in case of Lynchburg man accused in wife's death
A grand jury recently indicted a Lynchburg man on a charge of aggravated murderin connection with his wife's death last August.
New York man sentenced to 25 years for traveling to Lynchburg to meet minor for sex
A New York man was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison after driving eight hours in an effort to have sex with a minor.
Businesses encouraged to ‘Paint Lynchburg Purple’
The "Paint Lynchburg Purple" initiative aims to spread awareness for Lynchburg's 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer's event in October.
Faraldi wins Ward IV nomination in heated primary
Incumbent Vice Mayor and Councilor Chris Faraldi won the Republican nomination for the Ward IV city council seat in Lynchburg in a hard-fought primary against challenger Peter Alexander, opening a path for Faraldi to serve a second term on city council.
For Love of Nature: A meditation on the state of our planet
As I enter my 66th year on planet Earth, I often struggle to be optimistic about prospects for the future of life.
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 26
Read through the obituaries published today in Lynchburg News and Advance.
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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.
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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
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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.
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