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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of June.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • At the Virginia Association of Broadcasters awards dinner in Virginia Beach on June 20, ABC13 won three major honors for its news coverage—Good Morning Virginia was named Best Morning Show, Dave Walls received the Outstanding Sports Coverage award, and Noreen Turyn earned Best Investigative Report.  WSET
  • After 174 years of ministry, Court Street United Methodist Church will hold its final service at 9:30 a.m. today, marking nearly 175 years of history for the congregation.  The News & Advance

HEALTH NEWS

  • Dozens gathered at Lynchburg City Stadium on June 20 to mark the 40th Relay for Life and honor Mark Spain, whose family and supporters walked to remember him after he died from pancreatic cancer last year. The event raised over $70,000 for cancer research — a reminder of his call to be strong, kind, and loving.  WSET

SPORTS NEWS

  • Lynchburg will welcome a new semi-professional soccer team next summer to join USL League Two; the team will compete in the Chesapeake Division. Local fans can vote for the team's name and branding at a party tonight at Trailhead Restaurant—voting remains open until the end of July.  WSET

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 6/25/25

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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.

    Thu, 6/26/25

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  • Salem Red Sox vs. Lynchburg Hillcats

    6:30 – 8:00 PM — Bank of the James Stadium — Discounted tickets available — Enjoy a lively night at the ballpark with community spirit and support a good cause.

    Thu, 7/3/25

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  • Giant Bubble Show

    3-4 p.m. — Joy & Lynch Christian Warehouse Theatre — $23–$27 — Enjoy a captivating performance featuring circus stunts and incredible bubble artistry.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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