Member News
Mural to Be Installed on Corner of 12th & Fillmore Streets
For Immediate Release: July 27, 2026 Mural to Be Installed on Corner of 12th & Fillmore Streets LYNCHBURG, VA - In 2026, the City of Lynchburg and the Central Virginia Health District were awarded a grant from the Virginia Walkability Action Institute (VWAI) to improve pedestrian safety and comfort along the 12th Street corridor near R.S. Payne Elementary School. In the spring of 2026, staff from the City & the Central Virginia Health District conducted safety observations and developed
Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates Completion of Main Street Renewal Project
On Tuesday, July 21, Downtown Lynchburg Association, in partnership with the City of Lynchburg and Jamerson-Lewis Construction, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony in front of the Lynchburg Community Market to celebrate the completion of the Main Street East phase of the Downtown Renewal Project. A crowd of more than 60 people gathered to mark the occasion, including members of City Council, City leadership, the City’s project team, construction contractors, downtown business owners and stakeholders, and
Lynchburg City Council Calls for Volunteers for the Lynchburg City School Board
LYNCHBURG, Va. – Lynchburg City Council is currently accepting applications from residents interested in serving on the Lynchburg City School Board. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online by visitingwww.lynchburgva.gov/667/School-Board. A printable version of the application is also available on the site and may be mailed, emailed, or picked up from the Clerk of Council Office upon request. A public hearing will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, City Hall,
City of Lynchburg and Mason Lane Entertainment Announce Event-Day Shuttle Service, Parking Plan for
LYNCHBURG, Va. – As the Lynchburg Amphitheater at Riverfront Park prepares to welcome its first season of events, the City of Lynchburg and operator Mason Lane Entertainment (MLE) have announced a coordinated parking and shuttle plan designed to support safe, efficient access for residents and visitors attending performances. The new amphitheater is a key addition to the City’s riverfront, created to bring the community together through live music, entertainment, and shared experiences. With large crowds
The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation Youth Philanthropy Program Announces 2026 Grant Recipient
- The 20th Youth Philanthropy Council of the Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation will award their annual nonprofit grants on Wednesday, March 25 from 4:15-5:30PM at Central Virginia Community College in the Merritt Hall Auditorium. The recipient of the $10,000 Wells Fargo Youth Philanthropy Award is Food for Kids and the $5,000 Stuart J. Turille Youth Philanthropy Award is Campbell County Educational Foundation. Food for Kids will use the $10,000 grant to fuel its Weekend Pack a Sack
Visitor Center and Lynchburg Museum Announce Change in Operating Hours
LYNCHBURG, Va. - Due to budgetary reductions, the operating hours for the Lynchburg Visitor Center and the Lynchburg Museum, located at 901 Court Street, will shift to a new schedule effective Monday, July 7. The Visitor Center and Lynchburg Museum will be open Wednesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Sunday, 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (always with free admission) and closed Monday and Tuesday. The Visitor Center serves as a key resource for visitors and residents seeking information on local
