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Homelessness still concern for Lynchburg despite lower point-in-time numbers

Although the overall number of homeless individuals in the Lynchburg area over a calendar year continues to rise, they are homeless for less time than ever before because of a growing number of programs designed to help them.

 

Nelson man convicted of racketeering, drug charges

An Arrington man pleaded guilty Tuesday to a felony count of racketeering, a felony firearm charge and several other felony charges of drug possession and distribution.

 

5th District Republicans to pick new nominee on Saturday

According to a statement from Chairman Melvin Adams, potential candidates should notify the committee of their interest by 8 p.m. Thursday.

 

McKelvey, of Bedford County, and Riggleman, of Nelson County, among those interested in open congressional seat

Virginia Republicans’ scramble to find a nominee to replace retiring Rep. Tom Garrett, R-5th, got underway Tuesday as a handful of state lawmakers and aspiring politicians announced their plans to run under highly unusual conditions.

 

Chef behind Calle Cruz Miami, Uprooted food trucks keeps it clean, fresh and local

Editor’s note: This is part of an occasional series profiling local chefs. Know someone who should be featured here? Email eschkloven@newsadvance.com with any recommendations.

 

Leadership changes underway at several Bedford schools

BEDFORD — At least four Bedford County public schools will have new principals in 2018-19, but it is the possibility of another school leadership change that drew a handful of parents and students to a news conference Tuesday.

 

Rain delays Bedford sinkhole repairs

BEDFORD —Work to repair an immense sinkhole on South Street, a major thoroughfare for the town, has been delayed due to an excess of rain, according to the town’s Public Works department.

 

Back where it started: Rustburg High School seniors visit their former elementary schools

CONCORD — More than a dozen Rustburg High School seniors went back to where their educational careers began Tuesday morning.

 

Library to host Free Summer Lunch Program for children June 4 through August 3

The Lynchburg Public Library, 2315 Memorial Avenue, will host a Free Summer Lunch Program for youth ages 18 and younger, every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, June 4 through August 3, according to a news release from the library. The program…

 

Lynchburg to collect household hazardous waste and electronic recycling June 9

Collection of household hazardous waste and electronic recycling will be conducted June 9 from 8 a.m. until noon at the Concord Turnpike Convenience Center, 2525 Concord Turnpike in Lynchburg, according to a news release from the city. This is a…

 

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