Good morning, Lynchburg.

On Saturday, Main Street hosted a back-to-school sale that welcomed families and students to shop handmade goods as construction ended downtown.

Local business owners said the event fostered community connections ahead of continued recovery — fueling lasting local energy.

Bandidos opened its second location in Lynchburg at Rosedale — the new restaurant offers creative Mexican-inspired dishes and cocktails with a South of the Border vibe.

It is open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and will be closed on Labor Day.

Ryouga Kasper launched Hachimitsu Chocolates in Lynchburg, offering craft chocolate sweetened with honey and sourced from Ecuadorian farms to provide a natural treat for locals + the new business highlights quality ingredients and a unique flavor experience.

Lynchburg City Schools teachers are updating Sept.

11 history lessons ahead of the 25th anniversary – blending veteran expertise and fresh methods to help students understand the significance of that day.

Community Access Network secured federal funding from the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration's New Access Point program and will open a new Lynchburg satellite site to expand patient-centered care and address local health inequities.

On Aug. 31, Bedford County and Horizon Behavioral Health announced the forthcoming launch of the Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority Recovery and Reentry Program in our area; the program will support substance use treatment with a five-year, $2.2 million regional grant from the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority (VOAA).

JMU beat Liberty 20-13 Saturday at Bridgeforth Stadium in Harrisonburg, with 12 penalties causing the Flames to lose a game-tying touchdown late in the fourth quarter.

Billy Napier earned his first win as head coach and running back George Pettaway led with a touchdown and 47 rushing yards.

JMU held off Liberty in a college football game on Sunday, Sep.

6 at home — the win came by a narrow margin that boosts the team's season momentum. Local fans cheered the close contest and look forward to upcoming games.