Good morning, Lynchburg.

Thousands gathered on Sunday at Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg for an Easter service that celebrated faith and renewal.

Families reflected on the holiday’s meaning and enjoyed coming together as a community.

YMCA of Central Virginia announced its Lynchburg swim coaches were let go on Saturday, April 4, leaving over 200 swimmers without meets and raising concerns about summer competition.

The organization said the swim team remains active — summer training is planned as the leadership transition continues.

A large power outage disrupted businesses and shoppers on Wards Road on Monday. (About 1,000 customers lost power until it was restored by 2 p.m., per Appalachian Power.)

Lynchburg drivers face rising fuel costs, as AAA reported regular gas averaging $3.96 and premium gas $4.77 on Monday, April 6.

These higher prices come after global events disrupted oil supplies (according to GasBuddy).

Governor Abigail Spanberger signed Senate Bill 505 to lower electric bills by allowing the State Corporation Commission to review how utilities buy fuel and shift costs from customers; state Sen. Creigh Deeds sponsored the measure to ease rising energy costs.

A recovering addict warned Lynchburg community members about the dangers of 7-OH on Monday, Apr.

6, sharing his personal experience with addiction and urging residents to steer clear of the substance.

A study of over 130,000 people finds that drinking two or three cups of caffeinated coffee or one or two cups of caffeinated tea may lower dementia risk, and experts say caffeine could slow the build-up of a toxic protein in the brain while further research is planned.

Amherst County golfer Caitlyn Baxter and football standout Tres Liggon announced their college commitments in recent weeks (their new teams are yet to be revealed) as they take key steps in their athletic careers.

Verona Quartet Concert

3-5 p.m. — Randolph College — Ticket info not provided — Experience the acclaimed Verona Quartet, known for their cohesive and dynamic performances.

Passion Pickleball Tournament

10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Ivy Hill Golf Club — Free entry — Grab a paddle and play with purpose while making a difference in the community.

Hickory Crawdads vs. Hill City Howlers

6-7 p.m. — Bank of the James Stadium — Secure your seats — Experience the excitement of the Hickory Crawdads live in action.

501 Coyotes Live Performance

8-10 p.m. — Academy Center of the Arts — Check venue for ticket pricing — Experience the raw, energetic blend of punk and country from Lynchburg's own 501 Coyotes.

Home Buyer Bootcamp 2026

9-11 a.m. — Nathan Haefer — $19.99 per person — Gain essential insights into the 2026 homebuying process with practical strategies from a local expert as you enjoy delicious donuts.