Health
Virginia Sees Rise in ER Visits for Long-Term Cannabis Use
New study shows increase in cases of cannabis abuse, dependence, and poisoning in the state
Measles Cases Rise in Virginia, Topping 2025 Total
Six measles cases reported in 2026 so far, raising concerns about contagious spread
Virginia Faces Severe Doctor Shortage, Leaving Patients Waiting Months for Care
Growing physician shortages in the state are causing longer wait times and fewer options for patients, raising concerns about access to healthcare.
Weather
Sunny Skies Continue into Saturday, Rain Returns by Sunday
Temperatures to climb into the 50s before wet weather arrives this weekend.
Lynchburg Public Works Battles Damaged Equipment After Ice Storm
Crews work to recover from winter weather, but trucks and plows have suffered serious damage.
Water Outage Hits Downtown Lynchburg as Crews Repair Leak
Church Street residents and YMCA impacted as city works to fix issue
Lifestyle
Balloons and Company hosts two-day Valentine's Day shopping event
Local business offers balloons, treats, and vendors for last-minute gift shoppers
Meals on Wheels of Greater Lynchburg Launches Endowment Campaign
Nonprofit aims to secure its mission of delivering meals and care to local seniors for years to come.
Lynchburg Fire Crews Rescue Dog from Sinkhole
Winnie the dog fell into a 50-foot sinkhole that opened up in her owner's backyard
Crime
Charge Dismissed Against LU Student in Knife Threat Case
Prosecutors say they lacked evidence to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt.
Sister Remembers Murdered Lynchburg Woman After Guilty Verdict
Nicole Rosser's sister returns to the site of the killing and urges others in domestic violence situations to seek help.
Man Charged in Ex-Girlfriend's Murder Faces Trial
Tony Brown accused of stabbing Nicole Rosser to death in 2023 incident
Politics
Virginia Localities Seek to Delay Redistricting Amendment Vote
Local governments cite 90-day law in move to halt early voting on proposed constitutional change
Lynchburg City Council Passes Abortion Zoning Ordinance
New law restricts locations of abortion clinics near schools, churches, and neighborhoods
Lynchburg Residents Divided Over Proposed Abortion Clinic Zoning Changes
The ordinance would separate abortion clinics from other medical facilities and require a conditional use permit and council approval before opening.
