Good morning, Lynchburg.

Devils Backbone Brewing Company partnered with Blue Ridge Area Food Bank to launch the Fresh Food Express van to help deliver fresh produce to families in need.

The refrigerated van will make more frequent trips to underserved communities and small food pantries until June 30—supporting the Food Bank’s aim to distribute over 33 million pounds of food by the end of the fiscal year.

Firefighters are working to put out a train car fire near Downtown Lynchburg along Concord Turnpike today—witness photos show heavy smoke as crews spray water and officials have not determined the cause.

A man was sentenced for abduction and assault in Lynchburg on May 29th—he now faces a lengthy prison term following his conviction.

Jazz@720 will start a new residency at The Glass House on Jefferson Street on June 6+bringing live jazz to downtown Friday nights at 7:20 p.m. Tony Camm curates the event and ticketed performances include food and drinks+the venue plans to revive its legacy as a live music space.

Starting Monday, June 2 through Monday, June 9, milling and paving work will occur on Jefferson Street from Eighth Street to where Jefferson and Commerce meet near Seventh Street from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays as weather permits, with one lane open and on-street parking banned; on Federal Street, work will run from Tuesday, June 3 to Friday, June 13 on the stretch from McKinley Street to the Fifth Street Roundabout with one lane in service and flaggers present so drivers should expect minor delays.

The Department of Public Works said a temporary lane closure occurred Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 6201 Fort Avenue for Columbia Gas maintenance work — flagging operations managed traffic and ensured emergency vehicles had access.

Lynchburg leaders held a meeting at Oakwood Country Club Thursday night to share a $3 million proposal to revamp the Link Road and Boonsboro Road intersection.

The plan, funded equally by state and local money, calls for expanding Link Road, adding a right turn lane and improved crosswalks—construction bids will be released in 2027 and work is expected to finish in 2028.

Lynchburg City Council voted Tuesday to direct staff to draft a fiscal year 2026 budget using a real estate tax equalization rate of 76.7 cents per $100 so members can see which services may be cut if approved.

City staff will present the scenarios at a work session on June 10 — a measure that follows earlier proposals to adjust the lodging tax rate.

Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Sydnor Performance Hall — $20 General Admission, Free for Students — Experience the vibrant blend of traditional tango with classical and jazz influences in a passionate musical journey.

Lynchburg Road Runners Summer Track Series

6:30-8:30 p.m. — University of Lynchburg — $1 per evening ($5 for 5,000m) — Bring your running shoes for a fun evening of races suitable for all ages and abilities.

VHSL Class 4 State Championships

June 6-7 — Liberty University Athletics Department — Admission details not specified — Compete for state-level glory in high school athletics.

Roanoke Ballet Theatre: Snow White

3-5 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $20 – $75 — Experience a magical ballet adventure with Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs in a dazzling performance.

Academy Youth Theatre: Imagine A Dragon

9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — Registration required — Young performers explore a fantasy musical about a fabricated dragon tale at the Dancing Dragon Inn.

James River Batteau Festival 2025

7 p.m. — Percival's Island Parking Lot — Check website for ticket info — Experience the lively roots music of Hackensaw Boys in an outdoor celebration.

9 to 5: The Musical

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Sydnor Performance Hall — $15-$20 — A humorous and empowering tale of three office workers transforming their workplace under the guidance of Dolly Parton's score.

Liberty Track and Field Camp

12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Liberty University Natatorium — Check website for pricing — A focused camp for aspiring athletes covering Sprints, Hurdles, Pole Vault, Jumps, and Throws.

Today Is The Day Live Concert

7-11 p.m. — Super Rad Arcade Bar — $14 Presale | $17 Day of Show — Experience an electrifying night with live performances from Today Is The Day, KERF, and REMBRANCE.

The Magic of Motown

6-9 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $39 – $79 — Experience a nostalgic journey through Motown's greatest hits with stunning performances and choreography.