Good morning, Lynchburg.

Virginia veterans on the 11th Central and Southwest Virginia Honor Flight toured Washington D.C. memorials on Saturday.

They visited the Military Women’s Memorial and Korean War Memorial and returned to Bedford for a Sunday closing ceremony—honoring their service and sacrifices.

After Friday's games, the Week 9 Football Friday Top 13 Poll confirmed the Glenvar Highlanders topped the rankings after shutting out Radford (35-0).

Spots 1 to 6 remained unchanged while several teams moved up, with Magna Vista rising to 7 and Appomattox entering the poll with a 13-0 shutout win over Altavista.

A Lynchburg judge denied a temporary restraining order that would have allowed Brookville High School football players Blake and Cameron Underwood, stepsons of former NFL star Logan Thomas, to return for Friday night's game amid an eligibility dispute.

Their attorney argued that the Virginia High School League began questioning their eligibility in July without enough time to appeal—if the players were allowed to play, Brookville would forfeit future contests and trophies.

Sofia Donnecke finished fourth at the Disc Golf Pro Tour Championship in Bedford County on Sunday — she discussed her performance after the event.

4th Annual Fall Festival

10 AM – 3 PM — The American Civil War Museum - Appomattox — Free entry — Celebrate the season with live music, food, and family-friendly activities in a historic setting.

Phil Vassar: 25 Years of Paradise Tour

7:30-10 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $39–$92 — Celebrate Phil Vassar’s enduring hits and vibrant performance at this special anniversary tour.

15th Annual Mabel Glass Craft Fair

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Heritage United Methodist Church — Free entry — Explore unique crafts and local creations at this beloved community fair.

Puccini’s Madame Butterfly

November 7-9 — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $15-$240 — Experience the heart-wrenching tale of love and betrayal in one of opera's most beloved classics.

MARCUS 2025

8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Randolph College — Registration includes meals — Presenting undergraduate scholarship across various disciplines.

Virginia State Conference of Young People in AA

5-4 p.m. — Liberty Mountain Conference Center — Registration details available — A gathering for young people in AA focusing on community and support.

In Gratitude: A Tribute to Earth, Wind and Fire

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $20 – $58 — Experience the vibrant tribute to the legendary band with powerful performances and choreography.

Exploring the Gardner Heist and the Essence of Art

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Sydnor Performance Hall — Free entry — Delve into the infamous Gardner Museum heist and discover the enduring significance of art in American culture.