Good morning, Lynchburg.

The YWCA of Central Virginia will host its annual Women of Distinction Luncheon at noon on Mar.

3 at the Virginian Hotel (honoring local community leaders).

Here @ Home previewed the new Aging Untold show on Thursday, Feb.

26 in Lynchburg. The program will explore aging issues relevant to local viewers and will air soon.

Avio’s new rocket motor factory in Hurt will open in two years and eventually create over 1,500 jobs by 2035 — a target 50% higher than Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced Monday.

Heritage High School will require students to pass through metal detectors on Monday, Mar.

2 to enhance safety after E.C. Glass High School’s Jan. 20 installation flagged no weapons and involved staff bag checks.

Metal detectors at Amherst County High School have become a seamless part of the morning routine three months after installation, boosting security while keeping the school atmosphere welcoming.

Lynchburg Water Resources, with its contractor partners, will begin free inspections of water service line materials across select neighborhoods (Pure Pipe Lynchburg) starting Thursday, checking either in-home or outdoor potholing and offering free pipe replacements if lead or galvanized pipes are found to ensure safe drinking water.

Virginia lawmakers are debating bills HB 161 and SB 118 that would legalize online casino gaming to ensure strict consumer safeguards and capture an estimated $300M in tax revenue while protecting jobs and curbing illegal offshore operators.

The Play That Goes Wrong

7:30-9:45 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — Rated PG — Enjoy a hilarious whodunit where everything that can go wrong, does go wrong.

The Play That Goes Wrong

7:30 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — PG Rated — Experience a chaotic night of laughter as this whodunit goes hilariously off the rails.

Liberty Flames vs. Sam Houston State Bearkats Basketball

2-4 p.m. — 1200 Regent Pl, Lynchburg, VA — Score the cheapest tickets — Catch an exciting NCAA rivalry game between the Flames and the Bearkats.

Adam Faucett Live at Trailhead

6 p.m. — Trailhead — Ticket info TBA — Enjoy a night of soulful music featuring Adam Faucett after his three-year hiatus in Richmond.

SciFest ’26 Pi Fun Run

9-11 a.m. — Randolph College — Free entry — Celebrate Pi Day with a fun 3.14 mile run/walk at Main Hall and enjoy the spirit of community and science.

2026 Empowering Female Veterans Gathering

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — American Legion Post 16 — Free entry — Focus on health and wholeness at this inspiring event for female Veterans.

Hacksburg at Lynchburg Maker Faire

11 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Randolph College — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and hands-on making at the most fabulous show and tell on Earth.

The History of the Churches in Lynchburg

2-3 p.m. — Heritage Green Assisted Living and Memory Care — Free entry — Delve into the rich history of Lynchburg’s churches while enjoying complimentary refreshments.

HOPEx 2026: Hope in Action

Join Lynchburg Beacon of Hope for HOPEx, the 5th annual evening of live storytelling themed “Hope in Action,” featuring local speakers and Lynchburg City Schools alumni making an impact in the community. Emceed by Executive Director Leidra McQueen with music by Flat Five Jazz, the event highlights stories of everyday hope while supporting scholarships, internships, and post-graduation opportunities for Lynchburg’s youth.

Science Day for 3rd-6th Graders

11:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Michels Athletic Center, Randolph College — Registration required — Engage in hands-on science activities designed for children in grades 3-6.