Federal campaign finance reports show how much candidates in Virginia's 5th Congressional District have raised as of June 30 as they head into the Aug. 4 primary. See the numbers here.
- Justin Faulconer
Amazon’s new last-mile distribution center in Amherst County is officially online and opened July 9, a much-anticipated project in the Amelon Commerce Center. The Madison Heights facility is what the company calls a delivery station and is just more than 60,000 square feet.
- Justin Faulconer
Two-dozen residents with support from a standing-room only meeting room voiced strong opposition to data centers before the Amherst County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, some demanding a ban on the controversial land use that is stirring up much debate across Virginia and the country. In A…
- Rachael Smith
Imagination Rising in Madison Heights offers a creative indoor play space designed for children ages 1 to 5, providing a safe and engaging environment that encourages imaginative and hands-on play while welcoming parents and caregivers.
- Mark Hand
The latest campaign finance filings show former U.S. Rep. Tom Perriello, a Democrat, and incumbent Rep. John McGuire, a Republican, with commanding leads in fundraising heading into the Aug. 4 primaries.
- From staff reports
From country music star Mitchell Tenpenny at the Lynchburg Amphitheater to a summer reading celebration in Rustburg, here's your weekend lineup.
- Madi Kirkman
Central Virginia Community College has received long-awaited funding for the renovation of Campbell and Amherst Halls on campus, the college’s advisory board announced at a meeting last week. Also at the meeting, the board unanimously voted in favor of the construction of a roundabout to im…
- Don Davis
Columnist Don Davis says if your boxwoods are struggling, it may be time for a complete front yard refresh.
- Justin Faulconer
A kennel in northern Amherst County, Paws and Claws, is seeking to expand its operations at 144 Geddes Mountain Road near the Nelson County border.
- Justin Faulconer
Amherst County Public Schools officials plan to move sporting events expected to draw large crowds from the Amherst Middle School’s gym to the high school’s gym.
- From staff reports
Coverage from The News & Advance and New Era-Progress about the death of Avriel Hooks in Amherst County in 2023. Michael Perry III has been charged with murder in the case.
- Justin Faulconer
A packed courtroom on July 17 celebrated the investiture of Frank Wright, who this month began serving as presiding judge in Nelson County Circuit Court.
- Ian Curtis
Following a unanimous vote, the Amherst County Planning Commission sent a zoning ordinance that places zoning regulations on data centers to the county Board of Supervisors for approval at the commission’s July 16 meeting.
- Justin Faulconer
Amherst Glebe Arts Response (AGAR) and Second Stage | Amherst will present the popular Chamber jazz band from Lynchburg, Flat Five Jazz, on July 25.
- Justin Faulconer
Amherst Town Council at its July meeting authorized a street closure for the Amherst Fire Department’s “A Town Fire Fest” event planned for Sept. 26.
- DAVID VELAZQUEZ The (Charlottesville) Daily Progress
Virginia's Mark Warner, running for his fourth term in the Senate, says it would be unwise of Democrats to try to impeach the president for a third time.
- The (Charlottesville) Daily Progress
A wildfire in the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests has grown to 108 acres, adding to the already-smoky skies over Virginia thanks to Canadian fires.
- Don Davis
Columnist Don Davis says that July isn’t just harvest season — it’s also planting season for fall vegetables.
- Matthew Perschall
- Justin Faulconer
A month shy of the three-year anniversary of his arrest, a Lynchburg man charged with aggravated murder in connection with his estranged wife’s August 2023 death has filed a motion requesting “reasonable” bond.
- Justin Faulconer
The Amherst County School Board at its July meeting agreed by consensus to begin opening its meetings with a prayer starting in August.
- Justin Faulconer
The Town of Amherst is asking all water customers to voluntarily conserve water until drought conditions improve.
- Justin Faulconer
Amherst County Public Schools officials are pausing, for now, from seeking a referendum on whether a 1% sales tax should be implemented to fund school construction projects.
- Mark Hand
Residents honored the life and legacy of the late Congressman John Lewis at Miller Park on Saturday with the Second Annual Good Trouble Lives On march and rally.
- Mark Hand
Basketball legend Ralph Sampson met with children at the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg, taking questions from the young people and running basketball drills.