Good morning, Lynchburg.

Carroll Cook, a Campbell County resident, received his Kubota RTV on Monday in Lynchburg from the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway — he and his wife, Judy, took it for a test drive and celebrated a win that supports children in need.

Smith Mountain Lake woodturners are crafting handmade beads for children with serious illnesses to bring comfort and creativity to local families.

The project highlights community talent and care.

The Medal of Honor awarded to Desmond Doss is now on display in his childhood home in Lynchburg, 81 years after President Truman recognized his service.

The museum marks Oct. 12 as Desmond Doss Day to honor his unique legacy of nonviolence and healing.

The Sounds of Appalachia Concert Series celebrates local musical traditions with regional artists performing — event dates and venue details will be announced soon.

Gas prices in Virginia are at $4.16 per gallon today, making fill-ups more expensive for drivers + global conflicts keep oil prices high with no clear sign of falling soon.

Gas prices in Lynchburg rose to an average of $4.14 per gallon today, while the state average reached $4.16; AAA reported that the national average fell to $4.36, and crude oil has jumped above $90 per barrel & Hurricane Isaias may impact fuel production.

Lynchburg Water Resources has installed over 24,000 cellular‐read water meters so residents can monitor water usage and set leak alerts with the free EyeOnWater app — about 75 installations remain to complete the project in the coming weeks.

At the Class 4 golf state championships, E.C.

Glass' Nikko Guanzon shot a 1-under 71 to finish third while teammates Caitlyn Baxter (from Amherst County) and Preston Laughon placed in the top 10.