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Lynchburg
Thursday, June 26th, 2025
Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Greater Lynchburg Habitat for Humanity will build its first home in Bedford this Saturday and Sunday (volunteers are needed) to install walls, doors, windows, and roof plywood that keep the home safe from the weather. The house for a single mom and her child will have three bedrooms, two baths, a kitchen, and a living room, with work continuing through the summer to finish it by October. WSLS 10
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg police arrested two teens after they made threats with a BB gun at River Ridge Mall — officials said both are charged under VA Code 18.2-282. WSET
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chauncey Spencer and Dale White flew a red and cream biplane in May 1939 from Chicago to Washington to prove black pilots deserved a place in the Army Air Force—after a mechanical failure forced them to land in Ohio and seek help, their daring flight helped spark the creation of the Tuskegee Airmen. The News & Advance
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Officials approved a $1 million artificial turf field for Hidden Valley High School on June 25—officials say the installation will provide a durable playing surface for student sports and community events. WDBJ7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 27 at 10:00 a.m., Lynchburg will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new Police Headquarters at 3405 Odd Fellows Road. The modern facility consolidates three older buildings into nearly 96,000 square feet of space—featuring enhanced security, a dedicated community room, and a new real-time crime center. City of Lynchburg
- ➤ Lynchburg City Council met Tuesday night to review the city budget and taxes—passing an ordinance to set a car tax of $3.00 and scheduling a special meeting on Monday, June 30 at 10 a.m. to finalize the real estate tax rate from four proposed options. WSET
- ➤ Lynchburg has chosen civil engineering firm McCormick Taylor Inc. to redesign the intersection of U.S. 501 and U.S. 221. The city will hold an information meeting on July 29 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. — where officials and firm representatives will share project details. The News & Advance
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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.
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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.
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Surfing Santa Christmas In July Paint and Sip
6-8 p.m. — The Yellow Submarine — Cost of painting supplies included — Create a festive masterpiece of Santa surfing in a tropical atmosphere.
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Hadestown - Teen Edition
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — VIP packages available — Experience the magic of Hadestown reimagined for teens with premium seats and exclusive perks.
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