Good morning, Lynchburg.

Main Street in downtown will reopen by the end of this week as crews complete the final pavement and striping work—replacing 100-year-old water and sewer lines.

Local businesses, affected by low traffic during construction, expect improved access to boost sales.

Lynchburg’s Neighborhood Watch groups and police will team up on August 4 for National Night Out — a community event to promote safety, neighborhood unity, and trust.

Smith Mountain Lake stays more than five feet below full pond due to a drought and rescue crews pulled four people from a grounded boat on Saturday as newly exposed islands made navigation risky for boaters.

A local author is drawing on hometown memories to craft his latest novel — capturing familiar sights and stories from around Lynchburg.

The work highlights our community’s rich history and everyday life.

The Taylor Hollow fire burned 92 acres in Rockbridge County and is now 20 percent contained, officials said on Monday, July 13.

Visitors near the Irish Creek community may see smoke as Whetstone Ridge Trail #523 + Big Mary's Road #104 are closed for safety.

City crews finished excavating the underground Blackwater CSO Tunnel in Lynchburg on Saturday, marking a key step in the city’s largest capital improvement project.

Crews will now begin lining the tunnel while construction continues above ground for the diversion structure and pump station, with full completion expected in summer 2027.

A Lynchburg judge ruled that a 5-year-old girl must return to her mother in Turkey following a family court decision.

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.

Old Crow Medicine Show Concert

7-9 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — Pricing not specified — Experience a vibrant celebration of American string-band tradition with a dynamic performance by Old Crow Medicine Show.