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Saturday, February 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Lynchburg Police Department is seeking assistance in locating 25-year-old Gabryel Jialdy Acevedo-Marti, last seen at a 7-Eleven on February 4, 2025.  WDBJ7
  • Lynchburg Police Department is asking for the public's help to locate 13-year-old Jaycee Schuler and 14-year-old Farhan Khan, last seen near E.C. Glass High School.  WSLS 10

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Two individuals were displaced after a fire, starting in the basement kitchen, was controlled by Lynchburg Fire Department, with no injuries reported.  WSLS 10
  • A 32-year-old woman crashed into the Centra sign off of Thomson Drive in Lynchburg after fainting but is reported to be okay.  WSET

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The University of Lynchburg celebrates Black History Month with a series of educational and cultural events under the theme 'Black Renaissance,' focusing on African American history, culture, and leadership.  WDBJ7

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Lynchburg City Council adjourned a special meeting aimed at discussing the voluntary resignation of School Board member Christian DePaul after he admitted to a prank involving the swapping of a superintendent's portrait.  WSET

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Thu, 2/13/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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  • The Aluminum Show in Lynchburg

    Experience an innovative performance that blends technology, dance, and visual effects at The Aluminum Show.

    Thu, 2/20/25

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  • Live Performance by Mojo Thunder with Will Reid

    Mojo Thunder, accompanied by opener Will Reid, will perform live at Trading Post Music Hall in Lynchburg, VA.

    Fri, 2/21/25

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  • Acoustic Performance by Michael Wayne Dill

    Michael Wayne Dill will perform his award-winning original songs and popular covers at Flutes Wine Shop & Lounge.

    Sat, 2/22/25

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  • Lynchburg Annual Health Fair

    The Annual Health Fair will showcase local health, wellness, and sports vendors, providing attendees with health check-ins and services such as Centra’s Mammovan and a Red Cross Blood Drive.

    Wed, 2/26/25

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  • Andy Henson Live in Lynchburg

    Andy Henson will perform live at the Academy Center of the Arts in Lynchburg, VA.

    Fri, 2/28/25

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  • Diving Try-Outs with Instruction

    Participants can enjoy a two-hour diving session at the Liberty University Natatorium, receiving instruction from experienced coaches.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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  • Roaring Lynchburg Speakeasy Experience

    The Lynchburg Museum will host a nostalgic speakeasy event featuring live music, dancing, mocktails, and themed activities that celebrate the social life of 1925.

    Fri, 3/7/25

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