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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local couple Cody and Kristina Mummau advanced to the quarter-finals of America's Favorite Couple competition — a contest that raises funds for charity through donations. They met nearly 30 years ago at Liberty University and said their long marriage inspires others. WSET
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Lynchburg woman was hospitalized after her car left the road on the northbound lane of U.S. 501 Extension just before Lakeside Drive Monday at 6:14 p.m.—Lynchburg police said the driver, 23-year-old Faith Destiny Reed, was initially in critical condition before being stabilized at Lynchburg General Hospital as crews continue investigating the crash. WSLS 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Texas Inn — known as The T-Room — lowered prices on over half its menu items at all four locations, with a 50 cent drop on its signature Cheesy Western and lower costs for fries and pie slices. Owner Dave Saunders said the chain made careful cost-saving moves to help customers manage inflation and plans to keep the new prices long-term. The News & Advance
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 65-year-old Tommie Lee Nelson from Florida was arraigned in U.S. District Court in Roanoke on August 11 on charges of wire fraud—he allegedly swindled nearly $500,000 from a Lynchburg doctor in a failed commercial building deal that began in April 2020. WDBJ7
- ➤ Salem police are looking for a missing 15-year-old named Zion Divyn Lee Cruz who was last seen wearing a black sweatshirt and blue/black pajama pants—if you have information, please call 540-375-3083. WSET
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Danny McCain, a longtime education advocate who has tracked the academic gap for 25 years, resigned from the Lynchburg City Schools ad hoc committee because he said the board is not taking meaningful action to support black students who are falling behind on SOL tests—he made the decision after noticing no progress on narrowing the gap. McCain expects the board to release new data soon—he urged more community and council involvement to bring real change. WSET
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Lynchburg Hillcats vs. Fredericksburg Nationals
6:30-8 p.m. — Bank of the James Stadium — VIP tickets available — Cheer on the Hillcats as they face off against the Nationals in an exciting minor league matchup.
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14th Annual Labor Day Wine & Music Fest
12-6 p.m. — Rebec Vineyards — Children 12 and under are FREE — Relax under the shade with music and wine in a picturesque setting.
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Oak Ridge Boys Farewell Tour
7:30-9 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $48 – $117 — Experience a legendary night of music with The Oak Ridge Boys during their farewell tour.
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Luther Live - Tribute to Luther Vandross
7:30–9 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $15 – $58 — Experience the soulful tribute to Luther Vandross with remarkable performances and a full band.
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Lynchburg Virginia Elvis Festival 2025
September 11-14 — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $30-$500 — Celebrate the King with top Elvis tribute artists and a chance to compete for $20,000 at this tribute festival.
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