Good morning, Lynchburg.

Melrose Plaza honored local 'Living Legends' on Jul.

31 with a special ceremony—attending dignitaries and longtime residents recognized for their contributions to community life.

Families preparing for the upcoming school year can receive free school supplies, food, and activities at the back-to-school giveaway in Miller Park from noon to 3 p.m. today, hosted by Immanuel Christian Church to help students start the year well.

Chipotle in Madison Heights near South Amherst Highway is nearing completion as workers set up kitchen equipment and tables (hiring for 30 jobs is underway) ahead of its early October opening.

River Ridge is adding three new dining spots operated by Colca’s Chicken: Andy’s Burgers + Cristiano’s Pizza + Colca’s Express, expected to open mid-September.

A once blank retaining wall along 12th Street is being transformed into a colorful mural called Every Color Speaks to honor the neighborhood's history and look ahead to its future.

Lynchburg school leaders announced the new Achievement, Opportunity and Action Committee will use a neighborhood-by-neighborhood approach to boost student success by strengthening family support and building community partnerships (details on next steps are pending).

This summer, McGaheysville vineyards have seen few spotted lanternflies and are saving money on costly sprays.

Experts say evolving predators and extreme weather are keeping the pest in check.

Bedford County officials approved a resolution Tuesday to transfer the land on Turning Point Road, where Centra Bedford Hospice House operated for years, to Good Samaritan Hospice.

State lawmakers, educators, and police gathered at Bedford Hills Elementary School on Friday to support a resolution designating today as Internet Safety and Online Predator Awareness Day.

Officials urge parents to monitor online activity to protect children from predators.

Last year, winners Kathy Ferguson-Dancho & Michael Dancho spent nearly a month engaging in a range of activities to score points at Blue Ridge Games.

This year, the event has changed its rules to group all challenges into one scavenger hunt with three overall winners selected.

Local high school football teams are preparing for a season that will begin soon as coaches emphasize character-building and school pride at games held on campus.

Old Crow Medicine Show Concert

7-9 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — Pricing not specified — Experience a vibrant celebration of American string-band tradition with a dynamic performance by Old Crow Medicine Show.