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Monday, March 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Car fans gathered on Sunday in Lynchburg to honor Cash Gaudio, a 19-year-old fatally shot last September, by holding a car and truck show featuring his red 1950s Ford — all proceeds went to the Live like Cash Gaudio Foundation to support scholarships. WDBJ7
- ➤ A Lynchburg family celebrated a milestone when they bought their first home with support from Habitat for Humanity. Yvonne Pannell and her children cut the ribbon on their new three-bedroom, two-bathroom house on Knotts Road — the 319th build that offers an interest-free mortgage. WSET
- ➤ Local coffee shops in Lynchburg focus on building community and ethical sourcing while coping with rising global coffee prices. White Hart Café, Kinship Roasters, Café Monte Bello and Mission House Coffee host art events and local programs—helping neighbors connect and support one another. The News & Advance
- ➤ The Lynchburg community gathered on Sunday to honor Cash Gaudio with a car show that celebrated his love for cars and raised funds for his family and the Live Like Cash Gaudio Foundation. Proceeds will benefit scholarship programs for student-athletes as his loved ones continue to cope with his loss from gun violence in September 2024. WSET
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg residents are struggling with EBT scams that deplete SNAP benefits needed for food—single mother Angel Haskins lost over $1,000 in benefits, reported the fraud to police, and was advised to protect her card with the ConnectEBT app. The News & Advance
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Glenn Youngkin may sign House Bill 2346 to start a pilot program that links home solar panels and battery storage into a Virtual Power Plant to add extra power when demand is high. Homeowners who join may earn money by selling extra power back to the utility—helping keep the grid strong amid growing energy use. Cardinal News
- ➤ At today's Bedford County Board work session, members discussed shifting nearly $100,000 from the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance to fund legal challenges against state moves to remove local zoning control over commercial solar farms—Supervisor John Sharp urged other localities to join the fight to protect valuable farmland while the board also debated other budget priorities. The News & Advance
WELLNESS NEWS
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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.
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Diving Lessons at Liberty University
9-10 a.m. — Liberty University Natatorium — No cost mentioned — Dive into fun with lessons for all skill levels.
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Saturday Market
8 AM - 1 PM | Lynchburg Community Market | Free entry | Explore fresh produce and local goods at the vibrant Saturday Market.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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American Heart Association Lynchburg Heart Walk
10 AM – 12 PM — Percival's Island Natural Area — Free entry — Celebrate heart health and support the American Heart Association while walking for a cause.
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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.
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