Good morning, Lynchburg.

The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation received a $1.5 million estate gift from Mary Sue Harner to create an endowed fund that will support local nonprofits and students.

The fund will bolster community projects and educational opportunities.

The Evington Volunteer Fire Department mourned the loss of firefighter Josh Jennings on Friday + the department offered heartfelt condolences to his family and the community for his dedicated service.

Red is a three-year-old pit bull mix at Lynchburg Humane Society who may have some hearing loss—he remains playful and independent.

Adoption fees are half off today and tomorrow.

Campbell County is offering a grant program to help local small businesses secure funding to launch and grow.

Eligible owners can apply now through local business development offices (more details will be provided soon).

Lynchburg City Schools rolled out a new dress code that has raised concerns as parents report students have been pulled from class to change outfits for shorts and skirts.

The policy was issued just before classes started, increasing stress during back-to-school.

Liberty University welcomed over 35 new residential faculty at its fall orientation (at the Lynchburg campus) to integrate faith, academics, and student support and build a stronger community for the upcoming term.

A campaign sign supporting three City Council candidates was vandalized near Vassar Street and Langhorne Road with swastikas, profanity, and hateful imagery; the candidates removed the sign and contacted police as an investigation continues with community members voicing strong disapproval of the act.

Horizon Behavioral Health received $4 million from SAMHSA to expand behavioral health services at Lynchburg area elementary, middle, and high schools — a move that will boost student support.