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Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg Police are searching for 76-year-old Howard Edward Dews, who was last seen Sunday, July 27 on the 1400 block of Pierce Street and is 6′1″ and 140 pounds, wearing a blue and white hat with a dark green and red jacket over a green shirt and grey shorts—he is considered endangered due to a medical condition that affects his memory and he did not have his glasses or cell phone. WDBJ7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Shoppers in the region will save 5.3% on school supplies under $20 and on clothes and shoes under $100 when the tax-free weekend begins Friday at midnight — the sale will also include Energy Star washers, dryers, refrigerators and other items available online until Sunday at 11:59 p.m. WSET
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Centra Health hosted Career Camps for middle and high school students at its campuses in Lynchburg, Southside and Bedford, offering hospital tours, lab simulations and hands-on discussions with health care professionals. The program, which has run for over 10 years, boosts early career exploration and confidence in local youth—applications for next summer will open in March. The News & Advance
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg is building the Blackwater CSO Tunnel — a nearly one-mile-long, 12-foot-wide tunnel built 120 feet underground that will collect sewage and stormwater during heavy rains to keep Blackwater Creek and the James River cleaner. Construction has begun near Seventh Street with over 1,000 feet already completed, and the tunnel will be finished by summer 2027 to reduce overflows by 98 percent. WSET
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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