Good morning, Lynchburg.

The Virginia Lottery announced an unclaimed $50,000 ticket bought at Quik-E Foods on Waterlick Road (Forest) that will expire at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug.

20, and lottery fans in Lynchburg look forward to the nearly $1 billion drawing scheduled for 10:59 p.m. on Wednesday.

On Wednesday, Lynchburg City Schools announced that all students will receive free breakfast and lunch every school day for the 2026–27 school year — families do not need to apply for the meals.

Kids Soar After-School Literacy Program gives local children the chance to build reading skills during sessions held at community centers after school.

The program offers weekly lessons aimed at boosting confidence in reading.

Campbell County Public Schools are rolling out renovations at Brookville and Altavista high schools with upgraded lighting + new flooring, updated safety measures at entrances, and improved traffic signs following a January bus crash; teachers will get a 4 percent raise while Rustburg will add an ROTC program in fall 2027.

Randolph College raised more than $12.9 million during the 2025-26 fiscal year — its highest total since 2016 — and announced nearly $2.2 million in additional donations.

Friday Football Extra offers a team preview of E.C.

Glass Hilltoppers who are sharpening their performance ahead of a Friday game. The report outlines key players and strategies expected to shape the matchup.

The Friday Football Extra Team Preview reports local football news with updates from the Liberty Flames practice, a Jefferson Forest preview, and an interview with Panthers CB Jaycee Horn.

Officials have also proposed VHSL class changes for next season.