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