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Lynchburg
Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bedford Hills Elementary started its BIKE program today that awards students bikes for good academics, attendance, and behavior. One Community One Voice launched the initiative and school leaders say city officials and volunteers support its future expansion—Believing in Kids Excelling. WSLS 10
- ➤ Over the past year, God's Pit Crew logged 200,000 volunteer hours and built 29 new homes to help nearly 900 families recover from Hurricane Helene. The volunteer group will build 10 more fully furnished homes in the coming months to rebuild lives. WSET
- ➤ Dozens gathered on Friday, October 3 at Lynchburg's Monument Terrace to honor Jim Tennant, a veteran advocate who died from a motorcycle accident on September 26. His family urged local community members to carry on his work for veterans. WSET
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Department of Education announced that minimum passing scores for math and reading SOL tests will be raised in four to five years while seniors graduating in spring are exempt. The department said updated curricula led to higher cutoffs and will meet with school administrators in October + gather feedback on how the changes will affect students. WSET
- ➤ R.S. Payne Elementary School celebrated its 100th birthday on Friday with a party featuring a drumline, cake — and singing that thrilled students and teachers. The school will begin renovations in 2027 after Council awarded millions to update the building while preserving its historic charm. WSET
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg’s Fifth Street Project began its final phase on October 3 to complete street improvements along the corridor. City officials say the work will continue for several weeks + further updates will be shared as progress is made. WDBJ7
- ➤ Beginning Monday, October 6, Lynchburg Water Resources will work with contractors Vortex and Culy — they will rehabilitate nearly 9,600 linear feet of sewer pipes and upgrade 40 manholes using trenchless methods to prevent backups and overflows. Residents at locations such as 12th Street and Aaron Place should remove vehicles and expect minor traffic delays during work on weekdays for 70 days. City of Lynchburg
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Masterworx Community Theater: Newsies - The Musical
7-10 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — VIP tickets available — Experience the excitement of Newsies in an engaging community theater setting.
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Wine & Garlic Festival
11 AM – 5 PM — Rebec Vineyards — Admission fee may apply — Enjoy two days of garlic-themed fun with wine tastings, music, and family activities.
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Masterworx Community Theater: Newsies - The Musical
2-5 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of the Broadway hit as local talent brings the story of young newsboys to life.
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Vitamin String Quartet Concert
7-9 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — Ticket prices may vary — Experience innovative string arrangements that blend classical, hip-hop, rock, and pop music.
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