Good morning, Lynchburg.

Sinclair and the Lynchburg Salvation Army have partnered on Sinclair Cares: From Homeless to Hope to help shelter up to 35 people each night while case workers secure permanent housing—offering residents a safe 60 to 90-day stay.

The program is a significant effort to support those facing homelessness in the Hill City.

Safeeyah Diasa Clement (23) was sentenced on March 19th to serve 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple drug distribution charges (a 60-year sentence with 40 years suspended) in a case linked to overdose deaths.

A man died after sustaining fatal injuries from a suspected shooting at a residence on the 500 block of Winston Ridge Road around 2:38 p.m. Thursday, and police are interviewing a 34-year-old woman who was present.

Former astronaut and engineer Leland Melvin visited Robert S.

Payne Elementary School on Thursday to encourage students and show how reading can help fuel big dreams. The students had passed their goal of reading 100,000 minutes and Melvin said his own success came from reading, sports, and playing video games.

Senator Tim Kaine visited the Framatome expansion on Mill Ridge Road in Lynchburg where workers are building a facility to create more than 500 new jobs—ranging from engineers to support staff.

He talked about federal policies, funding, and tax breaks that may boost nuclear energy development—while Framatome will open the facility in July.

Social Distance Concert at Trading Post

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

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.

Diving Lessons at Liberty University

9-10 a.m. — Liberty University Natatorium — No cost mentioned — Dive into fun with lessons for all skill levels.

Saturday Market

8 AM - 1 PM | Lynchburg Community Market | Free entry | Explore fresh produce and local goods at the vibrant Saturday Market.

Maker Faire Lynchburg

11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Randolph College — Free entry — Explore hands-on activities and inspiring demos from makers and artists at this vibrant festival.

Take Off with the Hillcats!

11 AM – 1 PM — Lynchburg Regional Airport — Free entry — Meet Southpaw, take pictures, and enjoy BBQ while picking up season ticket packages.

HOPEx 2025: The Art of Change

HOPEx is an evening of powerful storytelling that highlights resilience, transformation, and the impact of investing in the next generation. Featuring dynamic speakers from Broadway, business, and education, HOPEx brings the community together to celebrate the art of change and the power of our community.

HOPEx 2025: The Art of Change

HOPEx is an evening of powerful storytelling that highlights resilience, transformation, and the impact of investing in the next generation. Featuring dynamic speakers from Broadway, business, and education, HOPEx brings the community together to celebrate the art of change and the power of our community.

Retro Rewind: CASA '80s Party

6-10 p.m. — Moose Lodge 715 — Support children in need while enjoying 80’s music, dancing, and food at this nostalgic party.

Momix: Alice in Lynchburg

7-10 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $29 – $87 — Experience an enchanting journey of imagination and acrobatics with MOMIX's mesmerizing production inspired by Lewis Carroll's classic tale.

Classic Skynyrd LIVE

7:30-9:00 PM — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $20 – $57 — Experience electrifying tributes to Lynyrd Skynyrd's Southern rock anthems performed by Southern Steel.

Freedom 4/24's Run 4 Their Lives 5K & Thrive LYH Wellness Expo

Come out for Freedom 4/24's Run 4 Their Lives 5k. Join the fight to prevent and end Human trafficking by walking or running with us! Friday: Family Fun Night/Kids Run & Packet Pick Up. Saturday: Run 4 Their Lives 5K & Thrive LYH Expo. After the race, make plans to attend the Thrive LYH Health and Wellness Expo. Check out all the best health and wellness resources, freebies, and experiences that LYH has to offer.