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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • TaleTellers Fly Shop reopened inside Bikes Unlimited on Jefferson Street, Lynchburg, offering the local angling community a place to connect and shop.  WSET
  • Lynchburg City Council approves construction of 88 new townhouses on Leesville Road after developer addresses resident concerns over stormwater runoff.  The News & Advance

CRIME NEWS

  • The Lynchburg Police Department arrested four staff members at Elizabeth's Early Learning Center over failure to report alleged child assaults, with the investigation ongoing.  WSLS 10
  • Nathaniel Richard Fuller was convicted in Lynchburg for aggravated sexual battery, strangulation, and unlawful image creation, with sentencing set for April 2025.  WDBJ7

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Lynchburg City Council and School Board form a joint committee to review and recommend on policy, funding, infrastructure, and school funding formulas, meeting bi-weekly starting February 27.  City of Lynchburg
  • Sherry Brown, with a background in juvenile probation, was appointed as the director of Lynchburg Community Corrections and Pretrial Services to oversee adult criminal justice efforts.  The News & Advance

EVENTS

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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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  • Diving Experience at Liberty University

    Participants can explore diving techniques with expert coaching at the Liberty University Natatorium.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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  • The Tartan Terrors Concert in Lynchburg

    The Tartan Terrors will perform live at the Academy Center of the Arts in Lynchburg, showcasing traditional Scottish music and dance.

    Sun, 3/9/25

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  • Lynchburg St. Paddy's Day 5K Run and Walk

    The St. Paddy's Day 5K in Lynchburg invites participants of all ages to run or walk while supporting a local charity, featuring a festive atmosphere and post-race celebrations.

    Sat, 3/15/25

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  • Community Open House Launching NAMI Lynchburg

    The NAMI Lynchburg community open house will introduce the new affiliate focused on providing mental health resources and support in Lynchburg, Virginia.

    Tue, 3/18/25

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  • Rare Form Concert at Trading Post

    Rare Form will perform at the Trading Post music hall in Lynchburg, Virginia.

    Fri, 3/21/25

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  • Social Distance Concert at Trading Post

    Social Distance will perform live music at the Trading Post music hall in Lynchburg, VA.

    Sat, 3/22/25

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  • Memory Café

    12 p.m. | YMCA on Old Forest Rd | Free entry | A supportive space for individuals with memory loss and their care partners to discuss and connect.

    Tue, 3/25/25

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