Good morning, Lynchburg.

The 9th Annual Field of Honor returns to Forest to honor local heroes.

Organizers say the event will feature tributes and recognition ceremonies (details and schedule to be announced) for community members to attend.

Lynchburg firefighters helped deliver baby boy Jethro at Bridgett Basel’s home early Sunday morning in August — the team then brought mother and baby safely to the hospital, and the family expressed heartfelt thanks.

Back to School on Main Street is a one-day shopping event that brings new energy to downtown after Main Street construction finished as local shops offer exclusive back-to-school deals today.

Shoppers are encouraged to visit early to catch unique items and seasonal discounts.

Lynchburg Regional Airport will use $3 million from the Commonwealth Aviation Fund to purchase firefighting equipment and expand its TSA terminal exit lane.

The funds are part of a $40 million investment for public-use airports from a bipartisan bill signed by Gov. Spanberger.

A $7.9 million downtown renewal project will begin this spring with water line and sewer upgrades on Court Street—city officials seek input from residents and business owners.

An open house is set for Monday, Sept. 21 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Lynchburg Museum and Visitor Center.

Residents gave feedback at the Amherst County board meeting on Sept.

1 on plans for a proposed data center near Madison Heights Town Center and a referendum to bring Rosie’s Gaming Emporium to the county; officials will review the comments & plan next steps.

ABC13 tested a parked car on a near-100° day by placing a chocolate bar, crayons, gummy candy and lipstick inside at 11 a.m.; the dashboard hit 120° and the items melted, with a heat gun registering a 50° higher interior — warning local residents that cars can easily become dangerously hot.

Local health officials released guidelines on fall vaccines to help Lynchburg residents prepare for upcoming immunizations.

Clinics will soon post appointment details and eligibility so residents can plan ahead.

Amherst County Virginia Cooperative Extension has relocated its Right Before Your Eyes program into a 24-foot air-conditioned trailer that uses a walk-through teen bedroom simulation to help parents spot substance misuse signs.

Parents watch instructional videos and teenagers engage in hands-on activities funded by the County Opioid Abatement Task Force.

Jefferson Forest will host Staunton River tonight at 7 p.m. in a Week Two contest between unbeaten teams.

The game follows 49-7 and 35-12 wins and features live previews at 5:45 and 6:20 (with postgame reaction planned for Football Friday).

Nelson County Lady Govs overcame an early 0-2 deficit to reverse sweep Heritage during a non-district road match in Lynchburg — the win highlights the team’s strong comeback effort.