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Target 7: “It doesn’t make sense.” Lynchburg mother says her daughter got E. Coli from a splash pad
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - Our Target 7 team is investigating a splash pad in Lynchburg, where parents claim the water made their children sick. “They create these things for small people because it’s safe to bring them here. So if the city is going to create this for us to bring our children here, you would think that they would try to maintain their safety,” said Chelsea Easterbrook.
Solar projects in Amherst, Charlotte counties up for hearings; more …
From elsewhere: Salem Sheriff April Staton announces resignation. Bristol considers outlawing camping on city-owned property. Judge rules pro-Palestine group must provide documents for Miyares' probe. The post Solar projects in Amherst, Charlotte counties up for hearings; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
Virginia practice to close 1 year after physician misconduct allegations
Lynchburg (Va.) Gynecology will close Sept. 7, one year after one of its physicians was investigated for misconduct allegations, according to a report from local ABC affiliate WSET. The practice announced it would sever all ties with gynecologist Louis Dabney, MD, in September 2023 after he was accused of sexual...
Infographic for Lynchburg County: Night Light Exposure Raises Your Risk Diabetes
**Why This Matters to You: **Mobile devices before bed? New research highlights an important and modifiable risk factor that could affect your health and well-being. Take Note: Reducing night light exposure could be a simple way to lower your risk of facing many negative health consequences. You can view the...
Lynchburg council member Misjuns’ lawsuit against city dismissed; he vows to appeal
Marty Misjuns was fired as a fire department captain for posting an image on social media that some thought was transphobic. The post Lynchburg council member Misjuns’ lawsuit against city dismissed; he vows to appeal appeared first on Cardinal News.
As the Page Turns: Jamerson Library
Watch Us Grow! There are lots of changes going on inside and outside the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library! We now have an outdoor bench, planters filled with native flowers, and a Little Free Library! On the inside we have moved the computer banks, made a seating area of new furniture, and there are lots of new upcoming programs in the works. Be sure to check us out on Facebook page (www.facebook.com/JamersonMemorialLibrary) to keep up with all the latest news, programs, events, photos, fun and educational posts.
Local teams compete in Civil War sport at Appomattox Court House
The scores were a little bit higher than what we’re used to. The uniforms were definitely different. Baseball was a different sport in the 1860s, when ‘the Civil War sport’ was first created. For one thing, your “prize” for winning was to walk away with the ball itself. The challenging team was responsible for bringing […] The post Local teams compete in Civil War sport at Appomattox Court House appeared first on Farmville.
Campbell County Public Library Events
It’s Nature Adventure Week! Meet us at a different Campbell County park each day for an outdoor adventure. We will collect data for citizen science projects, do nature-inspired art, and have creative ways to help engage your curiosity of the natural world around you. Join us for as many days as you like. No registration required. For ages 8 – 11. Guardians must attend with participants.
Falconer educates public in Appomattox about birds of prey
On Saturday, the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library hosted Rodney’s Raptors at Abbitt Park in Appomattox. Rodney’s Raptors brought two exotic birds to Abbitt Park: a Eurasian eagle-owl named Mr. Hoots and a Harris Hawk named Agnes. The event consisted of a photo-op with both Rodney and Mr. Hoots, education about the birds themselves, and a Q&A period. This gathering took place in the shade of the pavilion and was attended by many families with curious children waiting in line to get a look at the exotic winged animals.
Participants enjoy vintage game of ‘base ball’ at Appomattox Court House NHP
APPOMATTOX, Va. -- The Appomattox Court House National Historical Park held its annual Civil War era “base ball” games on Saturday, July 6. The games were played according to the rules and style of the sport (now known as baseball) that were in effect in the sports’ early days. Historic rules include that the batter is out if a hit ball is caught on one bounce and also by “soaking” (hitting the runner with the ball between bases). The ball was much softer than it is today, and mitts were not used. The national park provided period-correct bats and balls to participants.
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