🌱 Lynchburg Man Sentenced For 2020 Murder + Mayor Statue Construction

Good morning, Lynchburg! I'm here in your inbox per usual to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Because community information is power!

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Heavy t-storms in the morning. High: 80 Low: 57.
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny. High: 82 Low: 55.

Here are the top three stories in Lynchburg today:

1. A Lynchburg man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the 2020 murder of Carlos Levell Rose. Keyante Ke'Shaeun Robinson, 22, was one of two gunmen involved in the death. Robinson's charges include abduction, arson, concealing or altering a corpse, and use of a firearm in a felony. The murder allegedly stems from a dispute over a romantic relationship involving Rose. (Lynchburg News and Advance)
2. An early-morning crash killed 56-year-old William Davis Canfield of Forest last Friday. According to Virginia State Police, Canfield suffered a medical emergency behind the wheel while traveling north on Perrowville Road. The crash is currently under police investigation. (WSET)
3. Construction of a statue honoring Lynchburg's first African American Mayor is officially underway. Mayor M.W. "Teedy" Thornhill was elected mayor of Lynchburg in 1990 after a career as the Ward II representative of Lynchburg City Council. Construction of the statue is expected to begin this week at the roundabout located at Fifth and Federal Streets. The assembly of this statue may cause minor traffic delays, and motorists should be alert of signs and work zones. (WSET)

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Today and tomorrow in Lynchburg:

Monday, June 12

• Beginner Class In Endless Pool At Liberty University Natatorium (9:45 AM)
• Summer Lunch Program At Lynchburg Public Library (11:00 AM)

Tuesday, June 13

• Run Club At Golf Park (6:45 AM)
• Tuesday Tours At Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest (1:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Lynchburg City Schools is preparing for its multi-year master facilities plan to shape the future of school buildings. Alternate educational opportunities and the rezoning of school buildings are on the table as plans are set to finalize on Aug. 8. (Lynchburg News and Advance)
• Are you looking to add a new furry friend to your family? Check out the latest adoptable pets in Lynchburg! (Lynchburg Patch)
• Lynchburg Night Markets are back beginning on Jun. 28! Artisans, food trucks, music, and more are available on select Wednesdays this summer. (Lynchburg Parks and Recreation via Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right. See you all soon for another update!

— 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.