Good morning, Lynchburg.

Friends, family and firefighters gathered in Concord to honor the memory of Charlie Mayberry, who served as fire chief for 53 years until his death on June 27.

The service celebrated his lasting legacy — he inspired a fire service tradition that his family continues today.

At the Massies Mill Ruritan Club along Virginia 151, over 100 U.S. flags are spread on the lawn + the display honors the nation's 250th birthday, offering a vibrant tribute to a historic milestone.

Locally-owned The Style Exchange offers affordable, stylish thrifted clothing from its March opening, featuring a 50/50 consignment split for customers.

Owners Lily Mann and Belinda Cupec plan to expand inventory and invite shoppers to share ideas via Facebook & Google Form.

Two Liberty Bell replicas in Virginia offer a window into America’s past: Lynchburg’s replica, removed in 2022, will soon be installed at the under-construction Champion Center, while Charlottesville’s replica at 203 Ridge St invites visitors to ring it.

Downtown Lynchburg will celebrate at Riverfront Park tomorrow with food trucks + live music at 7 p.m., a play area for kids and a beer garden for adults.

Fireworks will light the sky at 9:30 p.m. as the event starts a weekend of shopping, local eats and family fun.

Megan Lucas of the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance was named to Consultant Connect’s Top 50 Economic Developers list, marking her second national recognition for impactful leadership.

Data from Lynchburg City Schools shows high chronic absenteeism among students in grades three through eight and ongoing performance gaps across racial and economic lines (state data).

School officials plan to address these academic disparities.

A heat dome high pressure system will push temperatures near or above 100 on Fourth of July in lower-elevation parts of the Roanoke Valley and east of the Blue Ridge, while most of Southwest and Southside see 90s.

Isolated storms could briefly cool areas (with potential showers) over the weekend.

Lynchburg welcomed a new fire chief as Brad Creasy was sworn in Wednesday at the Miller Center with local leaders and firefighters in attendance.

The seasoned veteran—boasting 30 years of experience—aims to strengthen recruitment and workplace diversity to build on the department’s strong foundation.

Centra implemented its new weapons detection system in Lynchburg General Hospital’s emergency department Wednesday, July 1, due to high patient and visitor volume (pilot evaluations will decide if the system expands).

Jefferson Forest named its new basketball coach Tuesday, June 30 to lead the team in upcoming competitions.

The hire follows a thorough search aimed at boosting performance for future games.

Brokencyde Live in Lynchburg

7-11 p.m. — Super Rad Arcade Bar — Free entry — Brokencyde returns to rock the stage with Neon Dreams and unlimited arcade fun.

The War And Treaty Concert

7:30 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — Tickets available — Experience the powerful, soul-stirring sounds of husband-and-wife duo The War And Treaty in an unforgettable live performance.

Bespoke Tote Bag Workshop

10:00 – 11:30 AM — Riverviews Artspace — $35.00 — Create a unique tote bag with colorful fabric hummingbirds in a no-sew workshop led by artist Katie Martin.