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Monday, July 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lakisha Mays and her son celebrated the purchase of their first home on Knotts Street with a ribbon cutting that marked Lynchburg’s 320th Habitat for Humanity build—she will pay a no-interest mortgage for 30 years. WSET
- ➤ Lynchburg residents gathered on Main Street Bridge Saturday to display signs reading 'care, not cuts' + 'family need, not billionaire greed' and urged drivers on the expressway and Main Street to honk, showing their support for families affected by federal cuts. The event aimed to highlight local concerns about recent federal budget issues. The News & Advance
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest board challenged its donors to match a $1.5 million grant from the Anne and Gene Worrell Foundation by July 2026 to build a $3.5 million endowment for maintaining the historic property—one donor pledged an extra $500,000 if the goal is met. The News & Advance
- ➤ The Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra Big Band performed at the University of Lynchburg on Sunday, celebrating the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day + the show featured WWII jazz, swing and American songbook tunes that got the audience dancing. Executive director Ula Kauppi and conductor David Glover planned the event to honor history and offer a fun, nostalgic experience. WSLS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Centra Health earned national accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for its nurse residency program in June — one of only a few in Virginia to meet strict standards for supporting new nurses with mentorship and wellness resources. The News & Advance
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ As temperatures soar, Lynchburg residents adjust schedules and seek relief at local cooling sites. Kevin Patterson of P and K Lawncare begins landscaping at 7 a.m. to avoid peak heat while others cool off at Miller Park Pool, Riverside Park Sprayground or a Salvation Army shelter—offering free snacks, water and a 4:30 p.m. dinner—and the shelter closes at 5 p.m. but will reopen at noon on Sunday. WSET
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Over 60 Lynchburg-area teams began the spring playoffs in May and only a few remained after a season full of twists and hard-fought games — teams like Appomattox, Jefferson Forest, Altavista and Brookville fought hard in their elimination rounds. These teams carried hope and determination as the season came to a dramatic close. The News & Advance
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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