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Hey there, Lynchburg! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How Lynchburg's first female deputy fire chief will reshape the department.
- Police detail robbery and quick arrest at Lynchburg's Memorial Avenue Dollar General.
- Will Lynchburg start requiring warrants for Flock camera searches?
Also on today's calendar: Moliere's TARTUFFE and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 90 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Humid with heavy t-storms, temps: high: 87, low: 68.
- Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 81 and low of 68 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Lynchburg, VA, Fire Department Names First Female Deputy Chief (firehouse.com) — Lynchburg's fire department has appointed Abbey Johnston as its first female deputy chief, overseeing administration and two newly created HR and training roles approved by the city. Johnston, a former LFD captain and Bedford County fire leader, is the first major hire under new Fire Chief Brad Creasy and will help guide upcoming recruitment and department-wide training changes. 
2. Man arrested for drunk in public, robbery at Dollar General in Lynchburg: Police (wset.com) — Lynchburg police say a 30-year-old city resident was arrested Tuesday after a robbery at the Dollar General on Memorial Avenue, where an employee reported a man stole merchandise using an edged weapon. Officers quickly identified the suspect, charged him with robbery and drunk in public, and are asking anyone with additional information to contact LPD or Crime Stoppers.
3. Lynchburg council members question Flock surveillance contract, call for warrant requirements (wsls.com) — Lynchburg City Council members are pushing to revisit the city's contract with Flock Safety, questioning whether police should need a warrant to search license plate reader data. Several councilors say the system's scope has grown beyond what was approved, and they plan to debate possible warrant rules or even canceling the agreement at the August 25 meeting.
4. Lynchburg Regional Airport lands $8M federal grant for terminal expansion (wsls.com) — Lynchburg Regional Airport has secured an $8 million federal grant to expand and modernize its passenger terminal, tackling crowding and accessibility issues that affect local travelers. Planned upgrades include a redesigned TSA exit lane and a new ADA-compliant elevator, with officials promising more details soon on construction timing and any impacts to flights.
5. Love Heals to hold Lynchburg Cares benefit concert (newsadvance.com) — A Lynchburg-based nonprofit, Love Heals, is hosting a free benefit concert featuring indie pop band Oceanic at the University of Lynchburg's Dell on Friday, Sept. 4, with gates opening at 6 p.m. Donations and a share of concessions will support Lynchburg Cares, the university's crisis fund that helps faculty, staff, and students facing emergency financial needs.
📸 Around Lynchburg
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Lynchburg
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- Husky Night at MayLynnâs
Bedford Hills Elementary Lynchburg, VA 24503
5:00 pm - Volleyball Scrim at Halifax
Heritage High Lynchburg, VA 24502
5:30 pm - Football William Fleming Benefit Game
Heritage High City Stadium Complex, 3176 Fort Ave, Lynchburg, VA 24501, USA
7:00 pm - Pottery Night Out
Academy Center of the Arts May Carter Pottery Studio, 519 Commerce Street, Lynchburg, VA, United States
6:00 pm - Moliere's TARTUFFE →
Commerce Street Theater, 1022 Commerce St, Lynchburg
7:30 pm - Karaoke Night at The Music Hall
Academy Center of the Arts The Music Hall @ 722 Commerce Street, 722 Commerce St, Lynchburg, VA, 24504, United States
7:30 pm - Lynchburg Community Market →
1219 Main St, Lynchburg, VA, 24502
8:00 am - Moliere's TARTUFFE, a classic comedy →
Commerce Street Theater, 1022 Commerce St, Lynchburg
7:30 pm - Moliere's TARTUFFE, a classic comedy →
Commerce Street Theater, 1022 Commerce St, Lynchburg
2:30 pm - Lynchburg Community Market →
1219 Main St, Lynchburg, VA, 24502
8:00 am - BIG LICK CONSPIRACY Comedy Improv Troupe →
Commerce Street Theater, 1022 Commerce St, Lynchburg
8:30 pm - 2nd Annual LCF LEGO Home Building Contest →
Lynchburg Community Market, 1219 Main St, Lynchburg
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