Good morning, Lynchburg.

Police located a body in the water at Smith Mountain Lake — investigators are working to determine the cause and identity.

A Lynchburg woman was wrongfully detained when her personalized plate was confused with one linked to a stolen vehicle from Texas due to a DMV data error in May, police said.

The department is reviewing its process—after recovering over 30 vehicles this year—to help stop similar mistakes in the future.

VMNH will host the two-day Dino Festival this month, offering new exhibits plus fan favorites for visitors to explore and enjoy.

WDBJ7 launched its 'We the People' initiative on July 4 to mark America’s 250th birthday and honor local contributions; the station said more community events will follow (details are pending).

Local officials announced that no-wake zones will be enforced at Smith Mountain Lake during upcoming fireworks celebrations to protect boaters and the shoreline (further details on zone boundaries and hours have not been released).

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.

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.

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.