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Saturday, January 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Lynchburg, Virginia, is experiencing exacerbated childcare shortages due to the closure of Heavenly Hands Early Learning Center, following a non-renewal of its license by the Department of Education due to administrative violations.  WSET

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • The Lynchburg Fire Marshal's Office is calling for public help to investigate a minor fire that occurred early Thursday on Harrison Street.  WFXR TV
  • A garage fire in Lynchburg caused by a faulty wood stove was quickly extinguished with no injuries reported, though the garage sustained heavy damage.  WDBJ7

CRIME NEWS

  • A 16-year-old boy died from injuries after a shooting in Lynchburg, with police investigating and one person in custody on unrelated charges.  WSET

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Lynchburg's new mayor, Larry Taylor, assigns council members to key committees, sparking discussions and concerns over the selection process, especially after Chris Faraldi rejects his finance committee appointment.  The News & Advance

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Travis Reigh Live Performance at Hill City Pub

    Travis Reigh will be performing live at Hill City Pub in Lynchburg, offering an evening of music and entertainment.

    Thu, 1/16/25

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  • BlackByrd Medicine Concert at Trading Post

    BlackByrd Medicine will perform a high-energy show featuring rock and pop hits, along with a special guest at the Trading Post venue in Lynchburg.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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  • Aladdin Jr. Performance in Lynchburg

    Experience Aladdin Jr. live at the Academy Center of the Arts in Lynchburg.

    Thu, 1/30/25

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  • Josh Duncan Band Live Performance

    The Josh Duncan Band, a seasoned country rock band from Richmond, VA, will perform a mix of contemporary and classic country music at Trading Post by Traber Ranch.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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  • Aladdin Jr. in Lynchburg

    Experience a live performance of Aladdin Jr. at the Academy Center of the Arts.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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  • Luther Dickinson at the Academy Center of the Arts

    The event features Luther Dickinson and JD Simo on their 'Do The Rump Tour', emphasizing raw and honest music performances.

    Wed, 2/5/25

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  • Yamato - The Drummers of Japan in Lynchburg

    Experience the dynamic performance of Yamato, a renowned Japanese drumming troupe that brings traditional rhythms and cultural enthusiasm to the stage.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • The Drifters, The Platters & Cornell Gunter’s Coasters Concert

    Experience a live concert featuring classic performances by The Drifters, The Platters, and Cornell Gunter's Coasters at the Academy Center of the Arts in Lynchburg.

    Sun, 2/9/25

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