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Saturday, January 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Lynchburg Police Department is seeking public assistance to locate 37-year-old Richard Carrie Sutherland and his 3-year-old son, Jackson Holt Sutherland, last seen in their home. WSET
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An early morning fire in Lynchburg severely damaged a vacant three-story home and also affected a neighboring residence, with the cause under investigation. WFXR TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Lynchburg Police Department announced a teenage suspect has been charged for the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old, emphasizing that this incident and another shooting that injured two men were targeted and not random. The News & Advance
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg Grand Hotel, now owned by Integrity Operations Management and the largest hotel in the region, is set to undergo significant renovations aimed at boosting local tourism and events. The News & Advance
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ayanna Stamps-Glover, a special education teacher at Heritage Elementary School, has been honored as the Lynchburg City Schools 2024-25 Teacher of the Year for her innovative and impactful approach to teaching students with cognitive disabilities. WSLS 10
- ➤ A Lynchburg high school basketball game was rescheduled due to a safety threat, with police and school officials investigating. WSET
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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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Virginia Episcopal School JV Basketball vs. New Covenant
The Virginia Episcopal School junior varsity basketball team will host New Covenant in a home conference game.
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Live Performance by Bombshell RVA
Bombshell RVA, a female-fronted band, will perform rock and pop hits at the Trading Post Music & Dance Hall.
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