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Pinpoint Weather: Showers, storms, flooding rainfall
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Showers are likely this afternoon with storms possible. There is a chance for localized flooding where storms move slowly with moderate to heavy rainfall. This is part of a system bringing a potential of rain through the weekend. The risk of flooding is marginal (5%) to slight (15%) for today and […]
Cancer patients speak out about Centra's transition to new cancer clinic
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — It's been one month since Centra opened a new cancer center in Lynchburg, and patients are learning to live with their new normal. "We weren't sure what we were stepping into," said Centra patient Jack Mangus. "I was definitely a ball of nerves," Sarah Hudson,...
Ribbon cutting held for grooming business
On Wednesday, May 1, Precious Paws Dog & Cat Grooming, located at 417 Washington Street, Altavista, held a ribbon cutting for their new location. Hours vary; call them at 434-309-7297. Owner Melissa Logan says she has 12 employees ready to serve you. Precious Paws moved to the new location on...
Wreath laying set for Thursday morning
The Campbell County Sheriff's Office would like to invite the public and members of the media to attend the department's annual wreath-laying ceremony, in remembrance of Deputy Jason Saunders (killed in the line of duty on April 3, 2007) as well as all fallen law enforcement officers. The event, held...
Foster parent inquiries down 40% in Virginia, but you can help
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - May is National Foster Care Month. As interest in fostering declines across the commonwealth, United Methodist Family Services of Virginia is spreading knowledge about the process of becoming a foster parent. UMFS is a nonprofit that provides community-based services for kinship families, foster care, adoption and...
Traffic alert: Temporary lane closure on portion of Fort Avenue
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Attention Lynchburg drivers!. According to the Department of Public Works, on Thursday from 8:30 a.m., through 3:30 p.m., weather permitting, an outside lane closure will occur in the vicinity of 4704 Fort Avenue. This is to accommodate Verizon replacing a defective pole. A flagging operation...
Tips on Cyber Safety for You and Your Family with Freedom First
LYNCHBURG, Va (WSET) — If you were hacked by a spam message would you know what to do in time to protect yourself? If not, Freedom First is giving us the rundown on each step to keep us in the clear of scams and fraud. Kaci found out methods you can use to stay ahead of being a victim.
1 taken to the hospital after being hit by utility pole: Officials
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — A pickup truck hit an AEP pole on Campbell Avenue on Monday, officials told ABC13. Officials said around 1 p.m., officers responded to a single-vehicle accident where a pick-up truck hit an AEP pole in the 3900 block of Campbell Avenue. Officials said while working...
Lynchburg’s Art in the Park canceled due to potential ‘severe weather’
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) — The Lynchburg Parks and Recreation Department has announced that the 2024 Art in the Park event has been canceled. This comes after rain with possible thunderstorms is set to come across Southwest and Central Virginia over the weekend. The annual event was slated to take...
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