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Appomattox FFA Alumni Association scholarships awarded
APPOMATTOX, Va. – The Appomattox FFA Alumni Association recently awarded three Appomattox County High School graduates with scholarships. All recipients were current FFA members of the Appomattox Senior FFA chapter. Bruce Jones II is the son of Bruce and Joanne Jones of Concord. Jones served as a chapter officer,...
Liberty University Trustees and Jerry Falwell Jr. announce settlement agreement
LYNCHBURG, Va. – Jerry Falwell Jr. and the Board of Trustees of Liberty University announced Friday that they have reached a global resolution agreement settling all outstanding disputes on both legal and personal matters. “This agreement is grounded in a firm commitment to protecting and preserving Liberty’s original mission...
Liberty’s Curriculum Library reaches Lynchburg community at Summer Story Times
“I have something in my library bag that is the shape of a circle.”. Dozens of children sat around Curriculum Librarian Lyn Mathews as she showed them her “library bag” of the week, holding inside a mystery item that would introduce the theme of the weekly Summer Story Time.
Grab Your Popcorn for Movies at the Park in Downtown Lynchburg
LYNCHBURG, Va (WSET) — If you want an excuse to go out or even plan a date night, Downtown Movie Nights is free to attend! Each day of a viewing there are activities you can participate in! Kaci found out about the movie lineup and where it will take place!
Richmond-based coffee shop announces Lynchburg location opening this fall
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Lynchburg coffee lovers, get ready for a new coffee shop to add to your favorites list!. Ironclad Coffee Roasters & Baking Co. announced they are opening a location in the Hill City in Fall 2024. The Richmond-based business took to Facebook to announce the expansion.
Wildfire smoke returns to the Commonwealth this weekend
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The cold front this morning has brought more than just cooler and drier weather for our weekend. The northerly breeze is also pushing wildfire smoke back into our area, with wildfires out west fueling another round of the unpleasant smell. Ongoing fires in the Pacific...
Randolph students conduct forest inventories for summer internship
A trio of Randolph students got a taste of the wild this summer. Alana Ellis ’26, Wednesday Hertzberg ’26, and Trinity Shirlen ’26 worked as summer field tech interns with the 500-Year Forest Foundation, led by Gabe Quintero ’23, who has worked as forest coordinator for the foundation since graduating from Randolph.
Let the Games Begin: The Olympics of Cocktails with Craddock Terry Hotel
The Craddock Terry Hotel, an award winning boutique hotel located in the heart of Lynchburg, recently announced the relaunch of their signature restaurant, Shoemakers American Grille with new dinner and drink menus. With a culinary focus on fresh and light cuisine, the menu is curated by the new Executive Chef Ray Garrow.
DC woman faces felony charge for escape of Virginia prisoner
VIRGINIA (DC News Now) — A woman from the District is facing a felony charge related to the 2023 escape of a Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) inmate. VDOC announced Friday that Sasha Castillo was charged with Persons aiding escape of a prisoner. The indictment stemmed from the escape of inmate Naseem Isaiah Roulack, who […]
What’s Next: 2024 Presidential Election
Washington (DC News Now) — With the announcement of Biden stepping down and Kamala Harris stepping up, how does this change the dynamic of the 2024 presidential race? Larry Sabato, Director of the Unversity of Virginia’s Center for Politics shares his reaction to the change and what this could mean for Virginia.
Gas Prices Hold Steady as Summer Ends
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – After a turbulent summer, gas prices are set to remain steady as July ends and August begins. AAA’s Mid-Atlantic spokesperson, Morgan Dean, reports that the national average rose by only 2 cents last week, currently at $3.52 per gallon. In the Charlottesville area, the price of a gallon of gas stands at $3.43, just a penny higher than it was at this time last year.
Pinpoint Weather: Pleasant weekend ahead
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Slightly less humid air will move into the region this weekend. Rain chances are small, but a very isolated shower or storm is possible in the mountains. Any rain will be light with less than a tenth of an inch expected. Many areas will receive...
When is Virginia’s sales tax holiday?
VIRGINIA (DC News Now) — Virginia’s three-day sales tax holiday kicks off on the first Friday in August – meaning you have just one week to take stock of what you and your family might need as the upcoming school year and fall season approaches. The weekend starts Friday, Aug. 2, at 12:01 a.m. and […]
BC's Creamery now open in Lynchburg
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — A new ice cream shop is now open on Timberlake Road. BC's Creamery is a new ice cream truck that is bringing new flavors and lots of fun to Lynchburg. Their flavors change every two weeks. The shop also serves up sundaes, floats, and waffle...
U.S. Commerce Department approves Virginia’s bid for almost $1.5 billion for broadband access
Virginia was the first in the nation to submit a proposal and plans for a share of $42.5 million. The post U.S. Commerce Department approves Virginia’s bid for almost $1.5 billion for broadband access appeared first on Cardinal News.
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