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Sunday, April 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cardinal News reporters received 47 awards on April 12 in Richmond, including Outstanding Young Journalist for Emily Schabacker and Outstanding Sales Professional for Sherry Quinley—the newsroom also won the Sweepstakes Award and three Best in Show honors. Cardinal News
- ➤ Campbell County Parks & Rec announced several upcoming events, including weekend Cornhole at William Campbell Middle School Gym from 1 to 6 p.m. for ages 18+ with no registration, Youth Baton at Tomahawk Elementary School (email [email protected] for details), and Yellow Branch Challengers T-Ball at Yellow Branch Elementary School Gym from April 10 to June 19 (call 434-942-5649 for information). The county will also host Spring Break Recreation Camp on April 14, 16, and 18 for ages 8 to 13. WSLS 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Amherst County Board of Supervisors received a presentation on GO Virginia, an initiative by senior business leaders designed to boost private-sector growth and job creation through state incentives and regional collaboration among business, education and government. The report shows that 15 projects have received $4.1 million in state funds with $5.1 million in matching funds, creating 161 jobs—further plans for community training and redevelopment are underway. The News & Advance
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Melissa Lucy, CEO of Horizon Behavioral Health, said the new crisis receiving center at 1204 Fenwick Drive in Lynchburg is ahead of schedule with its renovation expected to be complete this fall in October. The facility will open in March 2026 and will offer tiered mental health treatment including walk-in evaluations and a 16-bed residential stabilization unit. The News & Advance
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, thousands of runners competed in the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon in Roanoke, taking part in 10k, half marathon and full marathon races on a course that climbed over 7,000 feet. Local competitor Alex Powell placed second in his half marathon age group — while organizers will begin planning in May for the next event. WDBJ7
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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The Great Gatsby Ballet
7-8:30 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — Tickets required — Experience the glamour and tragedy of the 1920s through this stunning ballet adaptation of The Great Gatsby.
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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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Open House Event in Lynchburg
4-6 p.m. — 1381 Tamer Ln, Lynchburg, VA — Free entry — Explore 38 homes for sale in Landfall with virtual tours and meet a Compass agent.
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