Monday, August 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pumpkin and her mom Arrow have been at the Lynchburg Humane Society for almost a year and a half and are ready for adoption — they test positive for feline leukemia so they must be the only cats in their new home or live only with other cats that share the condition. WSLS 10
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters rescued an injured person from the roof of an abandoned cigarette factory on Greene Street at 12:25 p.m. Saturday—using a 35-foot ladder and rope system to lower them safely before taking them to Lynchburg General Hospital Emergency Room in critical but stable condition. WSET
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg Police said a man was stabbed in the face Sunday and taken to Lynchburg General Hospital — he is stable and will be transferred to UVA for more care — while police met with a person of interest. WSET
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Early Childhood Foundation announced $37,594,084 in mixed delivery grants to support quality early childhood care for 2,687 children statewide—funding centers that serve 184 children on Lynchburg waitlists. Ready Region Southside’s Center for Early Success received over $3.2 million—expanding local services and working toward competitive educator pay. The News & Advance
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Lynchburg registrar office runs its elections at $8.11 per person—one of the lowest costs in the state—and is asking City Council on Sept. 9 for a fourth-quarter $103,000 budget change after last November’s election cost more than planned. The office has hired extra workers and adjusted ballot orders to meet more vote requests for upcoming elections. The News & Advance
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Solacoustix Live Jazz Experience
6-10 p.m. — The Glass House — Dinner and drinks available — Enjoy a night of world-class Jazz, Blues, and Soul in a sophisticated setting.
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Songs For Littles
10 AM – 12 PM — Millie's Living Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy live children's music and playtime with award-winning musician Sara Ernst.
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