Good morning, Lynchburg.

The Lynchburg Salvation Army opened a cooling station at its main location to help residents escape the high summer heat, offering snacks and cold drinks from noon to 5:00 p.m.—the station will close after today but may reopen if needed.

The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Aleshia White—a 34-year-old woman with burgundy hair, hazel eyes, a septum piercing and tattoos on her right hand, right arm and upper left arm—last seen leaving her Thaxton home on July 24 at 10 a.m. in her gold 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier as she needs essential medication.

A circuit court judge in Amherst heard arguments on a lawsuit filed by the estate of Marcus Mitchell, a 52-year-old Lynchburg man who died on July 9 after being pepper-sprayed repeatedly while in distress in his jail cell—lawyers debated whether claims of sovereign immunity and failure to provide proper care should dismiss the case.

At Tuesday's Lynchburg City School Board work session, Superintendent Somerville-Midgette said she planned to have the discipline committee review the student profanity policy — a step meant to address concerns about student behavior.

Deputy Superintendent Davis and CFO Jammes provided data and financial updates on the LCS Restore program — a restorative initiative that served 536 students and is funded by multiple grants.

The Amherst County School Board approved an amended contract extending Superintendent William Wells' term through June 30, 2027+ all seven board members voted unanimously on July 21.

Virginia Task Force Four returned from a 14-day flood rescue mission in Texas and three days later trained volunteer firefighters from Galax, Laurel Fork, Barren Springs, and Hillsville—teaching skills from paddle craft handling to victim rescue—to prepare for future flooding emergencies.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.