Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
Good morning, Lynchburg.
Families fished at Ivy Creek Park on Saturday during Cops N’ Bobbers—an event designed to help children learn fishing and build positive ties with the Lynchburg Police Department—held in partnership with the Lynchburg Police Foundation.
On Sunday around 8 p.m. Lynchburg Police and Fire crews arrived at a motorcycle crash on Odd Fellow Road where the rider died in hospital—witnesses are asked to come forward.
A man wanted for multiple thefts in Bedford—investigated by local police since August 31—remains at large.
Liberty University police responded to a report of shots fired at the Jerry Falwell Library on Saturday but quickly determined the claim was false—an investigation into the matter is ongoing.
Local colleges are teaching students to use artificial intelligence as a helpful tool for learning and future work.
Professors at each school set their own AI rules—ensuring students use it to boost creativity without replacing their own thinking.
Liberty students filled the stands on Saturday evening to cheer on their Flames team—returning students boosted the atmosphere—and their energy set an exciting tone for the season.
The Lynchburg region will host two major disc golf tournaments in 2026, with the PDGA Champions Cup scheduled for April 9-12 and the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championships for Oct.
15-18 at New London Tech and Ivy Hill courses in Bedford County — an effort to boost local tourism. City officials and Bedford County are partnering to bring top players and media to the area, showing the region's growing commitment to the sport.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mods & Rockers 2025
7 p.m. – 8 p.m. — Three Roads Brewing — $40 — Experience the thrill of scooters and motorcycles with group rides, live music, and fun competitions.
Lynchburg Art Festival
10 AM – 4 PM — E.C. Glass High School Grounds — Free entry — Celebrate over fifty years of artistic talent with original works from local artists.
Brain & Cognition Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Millie's Living Cafe — $15 — Explore memory and cognitive health while enjoying complimentary brain-boosting tea.
LSO Presents: Bold Sounds & Bright Stars
An incredible performance by the fully professional Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra (LSO), led by music director David Glover, featuring some of the greatest works of classical music, including Beethoven's Third Symphony, Piazzolla's Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, and Vaughn Williams' English Folk Song Suite.
Black Violin Live Concert
7:00-8:30 PM — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $30 – $78 — Experience the genre-blending sounds of Grammy-nominated duo Black Violin.
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