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Cat tests positive for rabies; more cases suspected

A cat that attacked a man and two dogs June 8 on Langhorne Road in Lynchburg has tested positive for rabies, according to a news release from the Lynchburg Police Department.

 

One lane of U.S. 501 north blocked at this hour

Several people were injured in a three vehicle collision Tuesday on 501 north in Lynchburg, according to the Lynchburg Police Department. The wreck is near Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory just before the Lakeside Drive exit.

 

Fire marshal: May blaze in abandoned home intentionally set

A blaze that tore through an abandoned home in May is believed to have been “incendiary” in nature, meaning it was intentionally set, according to Lynchburg Fire Marshal Thomas Goode.

 

Bridge trestle inspection may cause delays for Langhorne Road drivers

The Langhorne Road bridge trestle will be inspected June 15, causing minor delays for drivers, according to a news release from Lynchburg Parks and Recreation. The bridge is located between Cranehill Drive and Halsey Road and Peninsular Street.

 

Bird knocks out power to 2,400 in western Lynchburg, Forest

A bird has knocked out power to about 2,400 Appalachian Power customers in western Lynchburg and Forest, according to the utility's website.

 

6th District Democrats competing for nomination for shot at seat vacated by Bob Goodlatte

Four Democrats are vying for the nomination Tuesday for the 6th Congressional District seat, and for the first time in 26 years, the winner won’t have to take on U.S. Rep. Bob Goodlatte.

 

Group hosts event on how to talk to children about school shootings

As Dr. Rene Hackney provided suggestions on how parents can talk to their children about school shootings, several parents took notes.

 

Appomattox Town Council adopts fiscal year 2018-19 budget

Appomattox Town Council unanimously voted Monday night to adopt the fiscal year 2018-19 budget, which does not raise taxes or utility rates.

 

Sweet Briar, LC reading programs introduce students to college academics

Though the fall semester hasn’t started, some incoming college students already are hitting the books, often as part of an assigned reading experience with their fellow freshman classes.

 

Investigation continues into Bedford County crash that killed 18-year-old

Virginia State Police are still investigating a crash in the Forest area of Bedford County that killed an 18-year-old man last month.

 

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