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Brookville-Timberlake VFD ‘Fireman’s Fair’ returns with rides, food, and fun!
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) — From a ride around the carousel to a bite of funnel cake, the Brookville-Timberlake Volunteer Fire Department’s “Fireman’s Fair” has returned to the Hill City. The festival kicked off on June 11 and runs until June 15 at the Brookville Middle...
Bob Good's brother accused of verbally assaulting McGuire at church
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The brother of a congressional candidate allegedly verbally assaulted his brother's opponent in a church on Sunday. John McGuire is running for Virginia's Fifth District Congressional seat against incumbent Bob Good. McGuire was attending Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg over the weekend, where he...
Centra Lynchburg General Hospital prepares for significant changes in emergency department
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - Starting June 17, 2024, Centra Lynchburg General Hospital (LGH) will implement a new traffic pattern for its Emergency Department. This change is in preparation for the construction of a new emergency room and care tower and is part of Centra’s extensive Modernization Plan. “We are...
Early voting for June 2024 primaries ends Saturday; Lynchburg registrar urges turnout
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Early voting for the June 2024 primary elections ends this Saturday, June 15th at 5 p.m. Democrat and Republican candidates are on the ballot, but you can only vote in one. Daniel Pense, Director of Elections and General Registrar in Lynchburg is predicting a turnout...
City of Lynchburg accuses council member of witness intimidation 6 weeks before federal lawsuit trial
The city alleges that a post on Marty Misjuns' Facebook page about a city school system employee was "threatening and sinister." The post City of Lynchburg accuses council member of witness intimidation 6 weeks before federal lawsuit trial appeared first on Cardinal News.
Lynchburg mayor launches midnight basketball for young adults; no curfew breach worries
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — If you play basketball, Lynchburg Mayor Stephanie Reed has a fun event for you. She's hosting a midnight basketball tournament at the City Armory for folks 16 to 22. They're kicking off the festivities on Friday, June 14, with registration and an open gym starting...
Lynchburg files injunction, restraining order against Councilman Misjuns
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The City of Lynchburg has filed a preliminary injunction and temporary restraining order against Councilman Martin Misjuns. This is in connection to Misjuns’ current federal lawsuit against the city regarding his firing from the fire department. According to the document, Misjuns posted transcripts of...
City of Lynchburg to inspect drainage inlets along Expressway on Thursday
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Attention Lynchburg drivers!. On Thursday, June 13, the City of Lynchburg will inspect the drainage inlets in the center dividers on a section of the Lynchburg Expressway. The inspections will be happening overnight, from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. the next morning. The stretch of...
Lynchburg primary will put GOP feuds to the test
The Ward IV primary between Chris Faraldi and Peter Alexander asks voters to weigh in on the schism between Hill City Republicans. The post Lynchburg primary will put GOP feuds to the test appeared first on Cardinal News.
Crews making progress on removal of College Lake Dam
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Construction crews are making progress on the removal of College Lake Dam in Lynchburg. During the Lynchburg City Council work session Tuesday afternoon, council was given an update on the project from Lynchburg Water Resources Director Timothy Mitchell. According to Mitchell, English Construction was hired and started working in February to prepare for the dam's removal.
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