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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Development in Lynchburg grows as a new 7 Brew Coffee shop will host a pay-what-you-want weekend for charity beginning April 18 with a grand opening on April 28 at 3403 Candlers Mountain Rd — Qdoba Mexican Eats will open on April 21 at 4012 Wards Rd offering free bowls or burritos to the first 100 customers — the Blake and Gray Company boutique and Rhodora have moved to River Ridge to boost local retail options. WDBJ7
- ➤ Davidsons Clothing in downtown Roanoke is being sold by its family to Lynchburg-based R. Coffee Ltd.—the acquisition will close in September and owner Larry Davidson said he will help train staff so customers continue to enjoy the same service. The News & Advance
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg mother Karita Michelle Winston was sentenced on April 16 for the February 2023 shooting death of her 12-year-old daughter Malayshia Solomon, receiving 15 years with 2 years active behind bars and 13 years suspended while she will serve 2 years of supervised probation and her son is set to face a new trial for involuntary manslaughter. WSET
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Lynchburg Association uses new grant funding to revitalize downtown commercial properties by receiving a $70,000 capacity grant and potential access to a portion of $500,000 in funds under the Unlocking Capital on Main Street Program. The association awarded $34,515 through its Facade Improvement Grant Program to upgrade nine buildings downtown—and it still has $15,485 available as matching funds. WDBJ7
- ➤ Campbell County leaders and the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance broke ground Tuesday afternoon at Seneca Commerce Park for an $11 million industrial building spanning 100,000 square feet. The project—marked as the largest by the Campbell County Economic Development Authority in over a decade—includes plans for an additional 45,000-square-foot building and a pad-ready site to attract high-impact businesses. WSET
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 9, Randolph College’s Office of College Relations received 10 awards from two international advertising competitions. The awards recognize the college’s creative work on the global stage. The News & Advance
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early voting for the Tuesday, June 17 dual primary will begin Friday, May 2 at the Registrar’s Office at 825 Kemper Street, Suite A, open weekdays and on Saturdays, June 7 and June 14 from 9:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. Lynchburg residents must update voter registrations by May 27 and note that polling places will move from the Jubilee Family Development Center to Greater Brookville Church for Precinct 203 and from the Lynchburg Public Library to West Lynchburg Baptist Church for Precinct 301. City of Lynchburg
- ➤ After six months of heated discussion, the Pittsylvania County board voted Tuesday to deny Balico's request to withdraw its data center rezoning application without penalty—forcing the company to wait a full year before submitting a new proposal. More than 40 residents spoke at the meeting to express their concerns about environmental impacts, traffic, and community changes. Cardinal News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Alzheimer’s Association celebrated its volunteers at the Power of Purple event at Bella Vista hotel in Lynchburg. Volunteer Aaron Rice said knowing each helper is important—organizers noted that volunteers from all walks of life are key to the mission. WSET
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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