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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,...
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...
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.
Health District issues warning after stray kitten tests positive for rabies in Campbell County
A stray kitten found in Campbell County tested positive for rabies, according to the Central Virginia Health District. Officials said that the kitten, about 8 weeks old, was found in the vicinity of Park Street and Lola Avenue in Altavista. Anyone who may have been exposed to a stray cat...
Liberty knocks off 11th-ranked Georgia to advance to Athens Regional Final
ATHENS, Ga. (WFXR)—The Liberty Lady Flames Softball team continues rolling in the NCAA Tournament, knocking off 11th-ranked Georgia 7-3 on Saturday, May 18. After trailing 1-0 in the first inning following a Bulldog home run, the Lady Flames captured the lead after a sacrifice fly by infielder Megan Fortner and a two-run home run down the right field line by Brooke Roberts, putting Liberty up 3-1.
Lynchburg Public Library to open new downtown branch
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Community members will soon have a new library branch to check out in Lynchburg. The Lynchburg Public Library announced it would be opening its newest satellite branch on Saturday, June 8. This branch will be located in the former visitor center on 12th Street, behind the Community Market.
Liberty softball begins regional play with win over Charlotte
ATHENS, Ga. – Liberty used a five-run fourth inning to gain an advantage on No. 25 Charlotte on the way to a 6-3 victory over the 49ers in game one of the 2024 NCAA Athens Regional, Friday at Jack Turner Stadium. Today’s game was moved up two hours from...
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...
Fog this morning, but storms are back in the forecast Friday afternoon and overnight
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The dry weather has been short lived, but it is coming to an end. The morning will start off with fog again, with more sunshine coming back out after the fog lifts. The temperatures will come back up to the upper 70s again, but rain may slow that down. Showers will be kicking up in the afternoon, but most of our rain will come with storms and heavy showers in the evening.
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