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Bill Walton, Dabney Coleman join list of newsmakers who have died in 2024

The world mourned the loss of musicians, athletes and other newsmakers in May. See who else died recently, as well as review a comprehensive list from 2024.

Amherst man arrested after school's fentanyl scare found guilty of firearm possession

An Amherst man who was arrested in December as part of an investigation into an incident where seven Central Elementary School students ingested gummies from a baggie positive or fentanyl pleaded guilty Monday to a firearm-related charge.

'You've Got a Friend' event attracts police from across region

The “You’ve Got a Friend Foundation” and the City of Lynchburg hosted an event at City Stadium on Saturday afternoon, where officers from more than 20 law enforcement agencies across the state showed up to promote positive relationships between the public and police officers.

Former Trump cabinet secretary campaigns for John McGuire in Lynchburg

State Sen. John McGuire’s campaign for the Republican nomination in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District received a boost Saturday when former U.S. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke visited Lynchburg to offer his support.

Virginia ABC cuts its way to profit amid liquor sales decline

The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority is trying to get back on track to profitability and stability after a reckoning with declining liquor sales that hurt profit margins.

Lynchburg man charged after burglary, knife attack

A 30-year-old man from Lynchburg has been charged with malicious wounding and breaking and entering among other charges after police arrived to find him actively attacking a woman with a knife.

Hill City Keys celebrates 10th anniversary

The Academy Center of the Arts celebrated the 10th birthday of the Hill City Keys program, the interactive public art installation including eight painted pianos scattered among downtown.

Hill City Keys celebrates 10th anniversary

    The Academy Center of the Arts celebrated the 10th birthday of the Hill City Keys program, the interactive public art installation including eight painted pianos scattered among downtown.

    Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 11

      Read through the obituaries published today in Lynchburg News and Advance.

      Mark your calendar: Upcoming events in the Lynchburg area

        Because this section is free of charge, community events are subject to run based on available space. Email events to calendar@newsadvance.com.

        Lynchburg homes for big families

          Lynchburg homes with at least five bedrooms.

          UN Security Council adopts a cease-fire resolution aimed at ending Israel-Hamas war in Gaza

            The U.N. Security Council approved a resolution Monday endorsing a cease-fire plan aimed at ending the eight-month war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.

            Neo-Nazis fly swastika flag at South Dakota Capitol

              The South Dakota Department of Public Safety said the "unscheduled march" ended without incident after South Dakota Highway Patrol officers asked the group, which didn't have a permit, to leave.

              6 books that explain the history and meaning of Juneteenth

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                Amherst man arrested after school's fentanyl scare found guilty of firearm possession

                An Amherst man who was arrested in December as part of an investigation into an incident where seven Central Elementary School students ingested gummies from a baggie positive or fentanyl pleaded guilty Monday to a firearm-related charge.

                'You've Got a Friend' event attracts police from across region

                The “You’ve Got a Friend Foundation” and the City of Lynchburg hosted an event at City Stadium on Saturday afternoon, where officers from more than 20 law enforcement agencies across the state showed up to promote positive relationships between the public and police officers.

                Former Trump cabinet secretary campaigns for John McGuire in Lynchburg

                State Sen. John McGuire’s campaign for the Republican nomination in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District received a boost Saturday when former U.S. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke visited Lynchburg to offer his support.

                Lynchburg man charged after burglary, knife attack

                A 30-year-old man from Lynchburg has been charged with malicious wounding and breaking and entering among other charges after police arrived to find him actively attacking a woman with a knife.

                Virginia ABC cuts its way to profit amid liquor sales decline

                The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority is trying to get back on track to profitability and stability after a reckoning with declining liquor sales that hurt profit margins.

                Charles City deputy dies after medical emergency during struggle with subject

                A Charles City County sheriff's deputy died after he experienced a medical emergency as a result of a physical altercation with a person.

                Poverty mires many Virginians in segregated schools; some seek solutions

                Over the years ideas to combat the problem have ranged from busing and school district consolidation, to rezoning, open enrollment, increased funding, extended school years and expanded school choice.

                Ax-wielding man shot, killed by police in Roanoke after repeated threats

                A spokesman said the suspect struck one patrol car several times with the weapon. He then advanced toward officers. “At that time, two Roanoke police officers discharged their service weapon.”

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                Amherst man arrested after school's fentanyl scare found guilty of firearm possession

                An Amherst man who was arrested in December as part of an investigation into an incident where seven Central Elementary School students ingested gummies from a baggie positive or fentanyl pleaded guilty Monday to a firearm-related charge.

                'You've Got a Friend' event attracts police from across region

                The “You’ve Got a Friend Foundation” and the City of Lynchburg hosted an event at City Stadium on Saturday afternoon, where officers from more than 20 law enforcement agencies across the state showed up to promote positive relationships between the public and police officers.

                Trial continued in Amherst murder case

                Almost five years since the shooting, Chris Hamilton Austin’s trial gets continued again because he has not yet been restored to mental competency.

                Lynchburg man to serve 6 years in prison for robbing Madison Heights shop at gunpoint

                A Lynchburg man will serve six years in prison after a Madison Heights tobacco shop was robbed at gunpoint in May 2023.

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                Former Trump cabinet secretary campaigns for John McGuire in Lynchburg

                State Sen. John McGuire’s campaign for the Republican nomination in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District received a boost Saturday when former U.S. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke visited Lynchburg to offer his support.

                Lynchburg holds grand opening for new library branch

                Lynchburg Public Library held a grand opening on Saturday for the new location of its downtown branch, with free coffee and donuts, raffles and storytime led by City Manager Wynter Benda.

                Lynchburg City Council releases school board candidate interview schedule

                Lynchburg City Council will hold two special meetings in June to interview 12 candidates seeking appointment to three positions on the Lynchburg City School Board, the City of Lynchburg announced Thursday.

                5 Virginia Republicans run for Senate; Trump looms over race

                Former President Donald Trump, facing a rematch with President Joe Biden in November, looms over the five-way Republican primary for U.S. Senate in Virginia on June 18.

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