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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg woman Ashley Biggs-Neeley pleaded guilty to charges for knife attacks on officers in May and September 2023 — her sentencing will be on Nov. 19 at 1:30 p.m. WSLS 10
- ➤ Salem police are looking for Stewart Graham, a 45-year-old man who was last seen on March 17th on Braeburn Drive and who is 6 ft 1 in tall, weighs 280 pounds, and has brown hair and hazel eyes — call 911 if you have information. WDBJ7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Centra will hold its spring career fair Tuesday, April 15th from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Liberty Mountain Conference Center, where three career stations will offer resume writing, career coaching and application process guidance while job seekers may have onsite interviews for healthcare positions such as nursing, medical office, and pharmacy roles. WSLS 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Heritage and E.C. Glass high schools went on a scheduled hold Tuesday morning when Lynchburg Police searched the schools for drugs after parents received vague email and phone notifications. One parent, Catherine Adams—who has two students at E.C. Glass—said she felt scared by the lack of details while district officials urged parents to check backpacks and discuss school items with their children. WSET
- ➤ The Lynchburg School Board approved phase one of a plan to close T.C. Miller Elementary School on April 8 — the school will be converted into a youth education center. The board will vote on remaining phases after a new superintendent and board members are appointed. WDBJ7
- ➤ Some Lynchburg parents are exploring other school options as school leaders prepare to vote on a plan that will close TC Miller Elementary and convert it into a pre-k hub to house 10 classes while saving $1 million. The public hearing is set for tomorrow at 5 p.m.—with five board members already supporting the proposal—raising concerns about losing the school’s unique culture. WSET
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Renovation at Riverfront Park in downtown Lynchburg is ahead of schedule under an eight million dollar effort. Construction crews are finishing an indoor restroom facility and playground in a few weeks while a state-of-the-art amphitheater is set to open by spring 2026. WSET
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Women’s Health of Central Virginia has launched a new weight loss program called Improving Health—led by Dr. Christine A. Marraccini—that gives patients a personal plan with help on diet, exercise, a health diary, behavior changes and medicine management. WFXR TV
- ➤ Mainspring Recovery held a ribbon cutting for its new downtown facility on Court St. last Tuesday, April 8, which provides residential treatment programs for substance abuse recovery. The multi-million dollar center offers up to 111 beds and a full schedule of counseling, meals, fitness and case management — filling a long-standing need in Lynchburg. WSET
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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2025 Spring Job Fair
10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Jefferson Forest High School — Free entry — Connect with over 40 employers offering various job opportunities in the Bedford area.
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Clay Mottley Concert
2:30-6:30 p.m. — City Stadium Complex — Cost not provided — Enjoy a master craftsman of melody with clever and catchy original songs.
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Lyle Lovett & His Acoustic Group
7:30-10 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $39–$102 — Experience the captivating sounds of Lyle Lovett blending country, jazz, and folk in an iconic live performance.
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Lynchburg Hillcats Game Night with Rise Up Lynchburg
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Bank of the James Stadium — $8.00 — Cheer on the Hillcats while supporting a great community cause.
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2nd Annual Spring Vendor Fair
10 AM – 2 PM — Overlook at Stonemill — Free entry — Enjoy a lively day of shopping local crafts and delicious treats to kick off the spring season.
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Jefferson Choral Society: Handel's Messiah
4-5:45 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $25 – $50 — Experience the powerful choruses from Handel's Messiah performed by Central Virginia's largest adult choir.
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Historic Garden Week Tour
11 AM – 5 PM — Camp Kum-Ba-Yah Nature Center — Ticketed event — Experience Lynchburg's architectural beauty and garden diversity at this charming tour.
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2025 Student Productions
May 1-3, 7:30 PM – Thoresen Theatre — Ticket information not provided — Experience captivating one-act plays performed by senior theatre students.
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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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