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Heat returns... near 100 next week
LYNCHBURG, Va — Many of our yards finally received a good soaking of rain!. These radar totals on the graphic with this story should be close to what you observed in your rain gauge. The heaviest rain fell east of US 29. Unfortunately, but as expected, the entire ABC13...
Papa O's Dog House re-opens in Campbell County
CAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. — An old Forest favorite has re-opened in Campbell County. Papa O's Dog House food truck is back and better. The hot dog stand used to be at The Backyard in Forest, but its new location is at 11998 Wards Road. The son of the owner,...
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for portion of ABC13 area
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 10 p.m. for about half of the ABC13 area. The Watch includes Bedford, Lynchburg, Amherst, Nelson, Appomattox, Campbell, Charlotte and Farmville. Locations west and south of Bedford are not included. Strong wind gusts, lightning and heavy rain...
Former Campbell County employee arrested for indecent liberties with a child
In March of 2024, the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office began a joint investigation with Campbell County School Officials. The investigation was launched due to an alleged complaint of inappropriate conduct between a Campbell County School employee and a female student. After conducting a thorough investigation, the case was presented...
No injuries reported after Altavista house fire
ALTAVISTA, Va. (WSET) — Officials said no injuries have been reported after a fire broke out in a two-story home in Altavista Tuesday afternoon. According to the Altavista Fire Company, their crews were dispatched along with the Evington Volunteer Fire Department and Campbell County Public Safety for a reported house fire on 7th Street just before 2 p.m.
Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation announces over $575,000 in Spring Grants
The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation (“GLCF” or “Foundation”) has announced the recipients of its Spring 2024 competitive grants. This spring the GLCF received 79 applications for grant funding. The GLCF Distribution Committee carefully reviewed each application, resulting in over $519,000 awarded in competitive grants, plus over $55,000 in recommendations from our donor advised funds.
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