🌱 Summer Feeding Program + Fireworks On The Riverfront Today

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Now, your local weather:

• Wednesday: Breezy with showers around. High: 70 Low: 62.
• Thursday: Humid with a t-storm or two. High: 72 Low: 66.

Here are the top three stories today in Lynchburg:

1. The Summer Food Service Program at the Lynchburg Public Library is back, providing nutritious meals and engaging activities for children in the city. Collaborating with various organizations like the Lynchburg Parks & Recreation Nature Zone, the program aims to tackle food insecurity and promote healthy eating habits. Along with meals, the library offers a mini farmers market and a youth education program called "Summer Foods Summer Moves," creating a safe and inclusive space for all community members. (Subscription: Lynchburg News and Advance)
2. Air quality in Virginia has reached unhealthy levels due to wildfires in Canada, with the most severe conditions already passed on Thursday. The smoke has caused reduced visibility and respiratory issues, prompting officials to advise limiting outdoor activities and keeping windows closed. The air quality is expected to improve by Saturday as rain and storms help disperse the smoke, but hot and humid weather will persist through the weekend. (WSET)
3. In case you missed it, Fireworks on the Riverfront is coming up! The event, hosted by Downtown Lynchburg Association, will take place today, Jun. 30 at 6:00 p.m. at Riverfront Park. Attendees can browse food vendors, enjoy music, and explore activities for children. The fireworks are set to begin just after dark. Click here to learn more. (Visit Lynchburg, Virginia via Facebook)

Today and tomorrow in Lynchburg:

Wednesday, June 21

• CVABC C0ffee Talk At Hilton Garden Inn Lynchburg (8:00 AM)

Thursday, June 22

• Saturday Market Day At Lynchburg Community Market (8:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Lynchburg and the surrounding area have a few new homes up for sale. Available properties include a house in Rustburg priced at $279,000 with three beds and two baths, a home in Lynchburg priced at $189,000 with three beds and one bath, a property in Madison Heights priced at $134,900 with two beds and one bath, and a residence in Lynchburg priced at $269,900 with three beds and three baths. (Lynchburg Patch)
• Lynchburg Parks and Recreation is seeking volunteers for the Virginia Commonwealth Games that will take place from Jul. 21-23. Click here to learn more about volunteering at the state's largest multi-sport event. (Lynchburg Parks and Recreation via Facebook)
• Local residents have the opportunity to learn the art of drawing from area artist Red Cesafsky at an upcoming workshop. Attendees will learn about drawing techniques and work with a clothed, live model. Click here to register. (Lynchburg Parks and Recreation via Facebook)

That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.