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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new mural is being painted on the wall of Hughes Supply on Park Avenue today to boost mental health awareness with help from Horizon Behavior Health, the HYPE club, and the Suicide Prevention Awareness Coalition — community members are invited to join in painting and start conversations about support and hope. This project seeks to spread positivity and inspire local conversations about mental well-being. WSET
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ E.C. Glass High School was renamed in 1920 for Edward Christian Glass and moved to a new Memorial Avenue building in 1953. Heritage High School began from a hotly contested annexation that started at Sandusky Junior High and moved to a former Brookville High School site in 1977 before dedicating a new building off Timberlake Road in October 2016—its history shows deep local roots. The News & Advance
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cody Beck, a Jefferson Forest student at UVA, will have heart surgery on Thursday to treat his Protein Losing Enteropathy—which forces his heart to work overtime—and he now has a match for his transplant. Doctors are monitoring his recovery as he looks forward to better health. WSET
- ➤ Carilion celebrated completing a new pediatric center in Rocky Mount and will open it at Franklin Memorial Hospital on Monday, July 28 to serve families in Franklin County. The center has eight exam rooms—two for specialty care—and will offer expanded primary and pediatric specialty services to cut travel for rural residents. WDBJ7
- ➤ Many tweens in Lynchburg are trying designer skincare products they see on social media and some have developed skin irritation—dermatologists say these products are made for older skin and advise using gentler, drugstore options. WSET
- ➤ Four-year-old Charlie Townes from Lynchburg is battling a rare neurological disorder called KCNB1 that causes frequent seizures and affects his balance — doctors have treated him since he was two and are now exploring a vagal nerve stimulator to help control the seizures. His father and grandmother remain hopeful despite the ongoing challenges and financial strain from treatments and travel. WSET
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lynchburg-based Bass Cast provides local anglers with tournament details, lake reports, and fishing tips for black bass + founder Brian Carter spends many hours on the road to cover major events and share expert advice. WFXR TV
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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