Good morning, Lynchburg.

Families & friends gathered at the University of Lynchburg's 123rd commencement ceremony today despite rainy conditions, celebrating student achievements on campus.

The event brought the community together on a wet day.

Amherst County High School held a busy Signing Day Wednesday — with 13 student athletes signing with colleges — marking a key milestone for families and the school.

City leaders and Lynchburg City Schools started a multi-phase revitalization project at Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School that will upgrade pathways, seating, landscaping, and outdoor classrooms for students and local residents.

Improvements, including new campus signs from an AARP grant, will occur over the next several months.

The city now enforces a rule that lawns must not exceed 12 inches, and flagged properties have 10 days to trim before the city mows at the owner’s expense.

Local residents share tips to help keep lawns in line with the ordinance.

The Virginia Department of Health confirmed a measles case in a school age child in Buckingham County on Friday and now suspects community transmission; residents are urged to check their MMR vaccine status and call the Piedmont Health District at 434 969 4244 for appointments.

Miriam's House 27th Annual Luncheon

11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Drysdale Student Center, Burton Student Center — $50 — Experience an impactful luncheon supporting housing solutions for homelessness in Lynchburg.

17th Annual Storming of Thunder Ridge

7:30 AM - 5:00 PM — Jamerson Family YMCA — Entry to ride varies — Experience a breathtaking cycling journey through the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains with routes for every skill level.

A Tribute To Michael Jackson

7-10 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Michael Jackson through a live concert featuring his greatest hits and spectacular performances.

BRR-PCA Lunch Social

12 PM — La Villa Italian Restaurant — Free entry — Connect with fellow PCA members over lunch and enjoy Italian cuisine.

Goodbye June Live in Lynchburg

7-11 p.m. — Super Rad Arcade Bar — Ticketed event — Experience the raw and gritty sound of Goodbye June as they rock the stage with their all-American vibe.

Grease Musical

7:30-10 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — PG-13 rated — Experience a bold new take on the classic Grease with high-energy performances and a nostalgic 1950s vibe.

Grease

7:30-10 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — PG-13 rated — Enjoy a high-energy, bold interpretation of Grease with a nostalgic soundtrack and plenty of charm.

Grease

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Wolf Den Downtown — Rated PG13 — Experience a bold new take on the classic musical with high-energy and plenty of 1950s flair.