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Northern lights may be visible tonight after chances of stray showers in the afternoon
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Humidity levels will lower today and that will make it feel a little better to be outside than the last couple of days, and tonight you may be able to see the Northern Lights. We still can’t shake the shower chance this afternoon, but I...
'I knew he had been hit:' witness recounts moments leading up to deadly Lynchburg shooting
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — An eyewitness is giving new details about the moments leading up to the shooting in the 1400 block of Kemper Street on Wednesday night. The shooting in a Lynchburg parking lot sent a woman to jail and left a man dead. The victim is 23-year-old Bolden Eubanks. Police said he passed away in the hospital.
Homelessness, housing and haircuts: The reality of one couple at the Rescue Mission
ROANOKE, Va. – Millions of Americans are only one missed paycheck away from poverty and homelessness according to the U.S Interagency on Homelessness. This means if you get fired today, without that next paycheck, you could be on the streets. Scott Loper is gearing up for one of the...
Just Get Thai Express introduces authentic Thai flavors to Lynchburg
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — A Thai restaurant in Cornerstone wants to give customers a taste of a different culture. Just Get Thai Express opened two months ago in the former location of Hawaii Poke and Greens. Owned by the same person, Patrick Anderson said since he's from Thailand, he wanted to showcase his home cuisine instead.
100 mile yard sale goes on despite weekend rain
Judy Moon, who has a room called Moonbeam Treasures at the Woodlane Antiques and Crafts building in Altavista, came outside to check out items for sale during the 100 Mile Yard Sale on Thursday. She sells many items including glass etchings, decoupage and bottle art. Ceramic classes are available through Robin Johnson.
Koreanz Restaurant opens on Wards Road, bringing Korean flavors to Lynchburg
LYNCHBURG, Va (WSET)-- — A new treat for your taste buds is now open in Lynchburg. Koreanz Restaurant has taken over the former Famous Anthony's building on Wards Road. Owner David Kang said the idea to open the business came after seeing a need for Korean cuisine in Lynchburg. Kang said he became tired of having to drive long distances for Korean food, and after working in a restaurant downtown, decided to open his own.
Cannabis health care classes begin at University of Lynchburg as DEA considers reclassifying substance
The University of Lynchburg's cannabis health care and medicine program kicked off this week, just days after the Associated Press reported that the DEA is moving to reclassify the substance.
Teen to be tried as an adult in shooting death of sister Malayshia Solomon
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) — The Commonwealth’s Attorney of Lynchburg has announced the teenage brother of Malayshia Solomon will be tried as an adult in connection to her shooting death that occurred in February 2023. On Friday, Feb. 24, 2023, LPD officers arrived at a home on the 1400...
Forest family heartbroken after sudden loss of daughter, five years after loss of son
(WSET) — A Forest family is trying to pick up the pieces after they suddenly lost their second daughter and a beloved sister. According to the Drablos family, their daughter Katherine Anderson was jogging in a Chesterfield neighborhood when a car hit her and killed her. The Chesterfield County Police Department said this happened on Friday, April 26, at the intersection of Lucks Lane and Spirea Road just before 8:30 that morning.
Ribbon cutting held for new Altavista business
On Saturday, May 4, Homegrown Garden Supply opened at 823 Main St. Suite A., Altavista. Owner Deshea Witcher is excited to be in Altavista and looks forward to serving the area. He said he could not do this without the support of everyone. David Green with AOT said this is...
Class of 2024 takes next step into the world
(WFXR) — On Friday, May 10, it was graduation day for thousands of students in our area. On Friday, both Virginia Tech and Liberty University held their commencement ceremonies, thousands flocking to the campuses as they celebrate the new alumni. For many, it’s their first time walking the stage....
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