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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.
Gov. Youngkin announces $100k to support Lynchburg’s Launch LYH program
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) — Governor Glenn Youngkin announced $100,000 in funding from the Community Business Launch (CBL) to the Downtown Lynchburg Association for its third year of hosting the Launch LHY program. Launch LYH provides current and prospective small business owners with the resources needed to start or expand...
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.
People and Places Preview: Commonwealth Games Indoor Soccer
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — If the weather this time of year has you looking for some AC... Then why not kick on over to Indoor Soccer where you can still get a good workout?. "Regardless of what kind of weather you're in during the winter you can play indoors or with summer and heat and humidity," said Jeff Alder. He is the tournament director for indoor soccer and a former medal winner.
Donald Trump’s running mate J.D. Vance to hold campaign rally in Radford
RADFORD, Va. – Update:. Ticket registration for J.D. Vance’s rally in Radford is now available here. 10 News has learned that you can register for two tickets per mobile phone number, and all tickets will be given on a first come first serve basis. Doors will open for...
Team of Liberty graduate students wins first Effie Collegiate Competition in Ad Team history
A team of four Liberty University graduate students from the Department of Strategic & Personal Communication’s Ad Team earned the program’s first-ever victory at the Effie Collegiate Competition in May, taking with them the invaluable experience of interacting with industry professionals and showcasing their skills that can lead to successful careers in advertising and marketing.
Film scoring alumna wins Best Score at Brussels International Film Festival
Following a win for Best Score at the Brussels International Film Festival and recognitions at others for their short film “Sam,” Elizabeth Killmon (’23), her co-composer, Jake Rahm, and director Laura Palacio (‘23), are seeking to glorify God through their budding careers in the filmmaking and music industries.
Mustaches 4 Kids gets $10K at Appomattox event
APPOMATTOX, Va. -- On Saturday, July 6, local businessman Shiv Patel, CEO of HEAS Energy, LLC, and local 76 fuel wholesaler, hosted his 5th Annual Customer Appreciation Event at the 76/Express Lane in Appomattox. Patel donated $10,000 to Mustaches 4 Kids, Lynchburg, and offered 76 cents per gallon regular unleaded...
Homelessness ‘Boom’ in the valley; Roanoke Officials speak on the numbers
ROANOKE, Va, (WFXR) – During the annual Point-In-Time report- at least 402 individuals were experiencing homelessness in the Roanoke Valley, that’s 20.6% from 2023. “It’s concerning,” said Roanoke Mayor Sherman P. Lea, Sr. “Our focus is trying to find some places for our homeless population. You want to see everyone have a place, have a shelter, and not sleep outside.”
Former pastor charged with breaking into Lynchburg woman's home requests jury trial
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The former pastor charged with breaking into a Lynchburg woman's home is requesting a jury trial. Wednesday, Sergio Guardia was scheduled to be in court for a bench trial but that was continued because of the request. Back in November 2023, Maria Columna said through...
Ferrum park plan advances as supervisors agree to sell property
FERRUM, Va. (WDBJ) - Plans for a new community park in Ferrum cleared a major hurdle Tuesday night. The Franklin County Board of Supervisors agreed to sell the property to the local group that has been pushing for the project. The Friends of Ferrum Park have been working on the...
Virginia Tech: Odds released for the most likely teams to join the SEC next
There are more questions than answers surrounding the future of the ACC. This season the conference is welcoming SMU, California, and Stanford, while Clemson and Florida State are trying to exit. Easier said than done. Reports have surfaced over the last few days that the Big Ten and SEC do...
W&L Student Named a Gold Award Girl Scout
The Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England announced that Washington and Lee University student Emma Marvelli ’27 has been named a Gold Award Girl Scout, the highest award earned through the Girl Scouts organization. A native of Barrington, Rhode Island, and a member of the track & field team...
One critically injured, one trapped in Galax head-on collision
GALAX, Va. (WFXR) – The Galax Fire Department has reported a two-vehicle accident with multiple people injured on July 17. According to Galax FD, around 5:12 p.m. on Wednesday, crews from several departments arrived on Towers Road to find a head-on collision with one person trapped inside a vehicle and multiple injuries.
WDBJ7′s political analyst shares thoughts on Vance visiting southwest Virginia
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Following his speech Wednesday at the Republican National Convention, GOP Vice Presidential nominee JD Vance is hopping on the campaign trail. He will be at the Dedmon Center at Radford University Monday. WDBJ7 spoke with Political Analyst Dr. Bob Denton about the importance of this move.
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