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Documentarian Morgan Spurlock, who famously ate only at McDonald’s for a month in 'Super Size Me,' dies of cancer at 53
Documentarian Morgan Spurlockmade a splash in 2004 with his groundbreaking “Super Size Me,” and returned in 2019 with “Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken!”
It's so hot in Mexico that howler monkeys are falling dead from the trees
At least 83 of the midsize primates, known for their roaring vocal calls, were found dead in the Gulf coast state of Tabasco.
City View Venues relaunched event space under new management
City View Venues, located in the Bank of the James building on Main Street, is undergoing a transformation.
Fairmont resident transforms courtyard into blooming preserve
Hal Stinnett, 85, has dedicated the past eight months to transforming the courtyard at Fairmont Crossing Health & Rehab Center in Amherst into a vibrant garden sanctuary.
Democratic City Council candidates look to prioritize civility and cooperation among other things
A little over a month removed from Lynchburg Better Together announcing its four candidates who secured Democratic nominations for November’s Lynchburg City Council elections, the group officially announced its campaign Thursday afternoon.
Virginia weekend forecast brings showers | Here's when to expect them
Several rounds are ahead with a final batch on Monday before a break in humidity
Democratic City Council candidates look to prioritize civility and cooperation among other things
A little over a month removed from Lynchburg Better Together announcing its four candidates who secured Democratic nominations for November’s Lynchburg City Council elections, the group officially announced its campaign Thursday afternoon.
Virginia weekend forecast brings showers | Here's when to expect them
Several rounds are ahead with a final batch on Monday before a break in humidity
Lynchburg neighbors: Obituaries for May 24
Read through the obituaries published today in Lynchburg News and Advance.
Mark your calendar: Upcoming events in the Lynchburg area
Because this section is free of charge, community events are subject to run based on available space. Email events to calendar@newsadvance.com.
How more dugout canoes were found in Lake Mendota
Telescope offers detailed look at massive cradle of baby stars
From its perch 1 million miles from Earth, Euclid will spend the next several years observing billions of galaxies.
Which Americans Hold the Most Credit Cards?
When managed appropriately, having multiple credit cards provides both practical and financial benefits. An extra card can come in handy if one is lost or needs to be canceled, and having multiple lines of credit available can be helpful when unexpected expenses arise. However, tracking bala…
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Historical homes you can own in the Lynchburg area
Here are some Lynchburg homes with history that you might be able to call your own.
City View Venues relaunched event space under new management
City View Venues, located in the Bank of the James building on Main Street, is undergoing a transformation.
Fairmont resident transforms courtyard into blooming preserve
Hal Stinnett, 85, has dedicated the past eight months to transforming the courtyard at Fairmont Crossing Health & Rehab Center in Amherst into a vibrant garden sanctuary.
Democratic City Council candidates look to prioritize civility and cooperation among other things
A little over a month removed from Lynchburg Better Together announcing its four candidates who secured Democratic nominations for November’s Lynchburg City Council elections, the group officially announced its campaign Thursday afternoon.
A Virginia man was making soup. He ladled up more than $1M in lottery winnngs.
“I really didn’t expect this to happen!” the winner told lottery officials. “I called my girlfriend, and she didn’t believe me!”
Jewish Israeli student sues UVa, claims school fosters 'virulent antisemitism'
Legal experts say the case likely won't succeed in court, while other Jewish students worry it will place a target on their backs.
Friction with Monticello's new leadership prompts another early exit
Historian FrankCogliano had hoped to stay on at or maybe even lead Monticello one day. He will be leaving June 30.
Solar farm developer cited for western Virginia environmental violations
Energix US will pay a $158,000 fine for violating erosion and sediment control regulations at seven sites.
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Live to 100? 5 exercise secrets inspired by Blue Zone centenarians
Get Healthy.In addition to following mostly plant-based diets, drinking lots of water and getting plenty of quality sleep, many Blue Zone centenarians consider daily exercise the rule, not the exception.
Crime
Bedford juvenile pleads no contest to sexually abusing minor
A Bedford County juvenile pleaded no contest Tuesday to nine felony charges in connection with sexual abuse of a minor.
Lynchburg man denied bond again for role in Waffle House shooting
A Lynchburg man was denied bond once again after a pre-trial motion Tuesday morning stemming from a shooting at a Waffle House on Wards Road that injured two people.
Lynchburg man sentenced to six months in jail for shooting incident at city restaurant
A Lynchburg man was sentenced to six months after pleading guilty Monday to three misdemeanor charges stemming from an October 2022 shooting incident just outside Buffalo Wild Wings on Wards Road.
Amherst man convicted of first-degree murder in elderly woman's 'heinous' beating death
An Amherst man pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in connection with an elderly woman's beating death a prosecutor described as a heinous attack for sexual gratification.
Politics
Democratic City Council candidates look to prioritize civility and cooperation among other things
A little over a month removed from Lynchburg Better Together announcing its four candidates who secured Democratic nominations for November’s Lynchburg City Council elections, the group officially announced its campaign Thursday afternoon.
Virginia, venture capital firms in new economic development thrust
Virginia is launching a new multimillion-dollar economic development initiative. It aims to use a federal grant with matching funds from venture capital firms to fund small businesses.
Measure expanding Virginia localities’ speed-limiting authority takes effect July 1
A new Virginia lawwill expand all localities’ speed-reducing authority to include roadways within a business or residential district and state-owned highways.
