Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of August.
Good morning, Lynchburg.
🚧 Accidents
Eight people evacuated their home early Wednesday morning after a structure fire on Florida Avenue; Lynchburg Fire Department responded at 2:45 a.m. (spending about 30 minutes to control heavy roof flames) while a restoration officer and the American Red Cross arranged temporary housing.
💼 Business
Crumbl is giving away free 12-oz dirty sodas for customers who download the Crumbl app and complete in-store redemption by Saturday, Aug.
8 at select spots, including at 3911 Wards Road in Lynchburg & 884 Prices Fork Road in Blacksburg.
🎓 Education
Bedford County Public Schools is hosting a Pack-the-Bus event to collect supplies for students as the new school year approaches.
Community members can drop off donations at designated school sites.
🏥 Health
Health experts report that lung cancer survival rates are rising even as screening awareness remains low in the area.
They urge residents to pursue early screening to improve detection and save lives.
Doctors refocused alpha-gal research to improve testing and treatment for patients.
The project was reported yesterday and may lead to better care at local clinics.
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