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Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families in Southwest and Central Virginia are planning for summer with youth programs that include educational camps and outdoor adventures in Lynchburg, Roanoke, and the New River Valley—offering different activities for various age groups. WSLS 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Shipley's Do-Nuts opened its first Virginia location today at 8004 Timberlake Road in Lynchburg—offering both fresh sweet donuts and savory breakfast options made on site. General Manager Michael Espinoza said the shop will operate daily from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. to serve local donut lovers. WSET
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Lynchburg City School Board approved a new budget that gives teachers raises and benefits, including a 3% increase across the board, a starting salary of $50,000 and an hourly raise from $15 to $17 at its Tuesday night meeting. Interim Superintendent Ben Copeland said the plan provides one substitute per building and depends on City Council approving an extra $2.7 million by June 30—if not, the board will consider amendments. WSET
- ➤ Lynchburg City Schools is joining the USDA Summer Food Service Program to offer free meals to children at various community sites from June 9 to Aug. 6—meals are served on a first-come, first-served basis with children required to stay onsite while eating. WDBJ7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Lynchburg will spend $12.2 million to build a 15-foot roundabout, two crosswalks and extra sidewalks at the intersection of Langhorne Road and Vassar Street, where eight crashes have occurred since 2020. A public hearing is set for June 26 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Linkhorne Middle School and construction will start in February 2028. WSET
- ➤ Virginia lawmakers including Senator Creigh Deeds, Senators Mark Warner and Kaine criticized the Labor Department for pausing 99 Job Corps centers, saying the move will hurt training for vulnerable young people and put rural areas at risk of losing vital workforce support — officials are now planning how to address the gap. WSET
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Apocalypse Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Apocalypse Ale Works — Free entry — Test your trivia skills against friends and friendly rivals in a light-hearted atmosphere.
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June Girl's Night Out at Palmera House
7-9 p.m. — Palmera House — $30 ticket — Experience a dreamy evening of connection, conversation, and community in a chic venue.
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