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Thursday, July 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rajan Babbar, 59, owner of Taste of India in Lynchburg, was indicted by a federal grand jury for fraud when he allegedly used false SNAP transactions to give cash for food stamp benefits — officials said he now faces charges of SNAP fraud, wire fraud, and transacting in criminally derived property. WSET
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg City Schools superintendent Dr. Kristy Somerville-Midgette presented her five leadership goals at the school board meeting Tuesday night, focusing on student learning, operational efficiency, and community engagement—she also plans to ride bus routes to see where students live after her recent appointment in early July. WSET
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting Monday, July 28, Lynchburg Water Resources will work with contractor Duke’s for about two weeks during daylight hours to chemically treat approximately 16,200 linear feet of sanitary sewer pipes for root control. Residents near work sites should remove vehicles and personal items and expect minor traffic delays as crews access the sewer system. City of Lynchburg
- ➤ A General Assembly panel is studying whether switching Virginia’s odd-year elections to even years could boost voter turnout and reduce outside special-interest influence (chaired by Sen. Schuyler VanValkenburg) and would require a constitutional amendment, with the first changes expected in elections beginning in 2029 (and some local offices not changing until 2040). The News & Advance
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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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The Last of Lucy Concert
6-11 p.m. — Super Rad Arcade Bar — All ages — Enjoy an evening with The Last of Lucy and Pathogenic during the GODFORM SUMMER TOUR 2025.
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Soul, Rhythm, & Boots Festival
2-11 p.m. — Lynchburg City Stadium Football Field — Free entry — A celebration of music and community with soulful tunes and dancing.
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Travis Reigh Live Performance
8 PM – 10 PM — The Music Hall — $15 – $18 — Experience the captivating sounds of Travis Reigh, a rising country artist with emotional storytelling.
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Face the Forest 5k Obstacle Course Run
7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest — Cost info not specified — Challenge yourself with a thrilling obstacle course in a scenic environment.
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Parkinson’s Support Group
Monthly gathering — Time TBD — YMCA on Old Forest Rd — Free entry — Connect with others living with Parkinson’s in a supportive environment.
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Wolfswood Faire
2-7 p.m. — Wolfbane Performing Arts Center — $12 Adults, $7 Children 10 and Under — Experience a day of medieval games, sword fights, and performances at this festive gathering.
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