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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...
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...
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...
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.
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 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.
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 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 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...
City orders temporary restraining order against Martin Misjuns
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) — The City of Lynchburg has filed a temporary restraining order against Councilman Martin J. Misjuns. Court documents obtained by WFXR News show that Misjuns was allegedly fired for “bully and retaliatory behavior.” Records show that on June 6, Misjuns posted on his Facebook page what he titled “#Transcriptleaks.”
New Cottages and More to Come to the Summit Lynchburg
LYNCHBURG, Va (WSET) — Renovations are continuing at the Summit Lynchburg. While there are changes you can see as soon as you walk in, there is more happening across the entire campus. Kaci spoke with the Marketing Director of the Summit to discuss what you can see and be a part of soon.
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.
VA transportation secretary talks big project coming to Lynchburg at summit
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Local leaders in the Hill City talked about transportation and infrastructure in the Commonwealth at a summit meeting Thursday morning, hosted by the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance. The purpose of the summit on Thursday was to talk about the latest efforts to improve our transportation...
Traffic alert: Section of Fifth Street temporarily closed to repair water main break
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — A section of the northbound lane of Fifth Street, heading toward downtown, will be temporarily closed as Lynchburg Water Resources crews assess and repair a water main break. According to officials, this water main break is on the 1300 block of Fifth Street. There will...
Council approves Lynchburg City School's 2025 Budget
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Lynchburg City Council has voted to approve the school division's 2025 $113,915,642 budget. According to Lynchburg City Schools Superintendent Dr. Crystal Edwards, the division will receive more money from the Commonwealth. The superintendent said they will receive $74,494,858 from the state instead of the original amount of $69,863,410.
Vice Mayor Chris Faraldi seeks another term on Lynchburg City Council
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - Vice Mayor Chris Faraldi, who has called Lynchburg home for nearly a decade and has served as the 4th Ward Councilman since 2020, is seeking another four years on the city council. “Over the next four years, that’s what I’m running on—to keep taxes low, invest...
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