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Greetings Lynchburg! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Have you seen 13-year-old Jaylynn Leftwhich in Lynchburg?
  • Who will oversee Lynchburg’s future elections? See the new job posting.
  • How a decade of service shapes ministry at Holy Cross in Lynchburg

Today's riddle: What did the balloon say to the doctor? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 53 and low of 22 degrees.
  • Monday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 46, low: 32.
  • Tuesday: Cloudy and not as cool, with a high of 59 and low of 39 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 13-year-old girl reported missing in Lynchburg is endangered, police say (wset.com) — Lynchburg police are asking for the community’s help finding 13-year-old Jaylynn Leftwhich, reported missing Friday morning and considered endangered because of her age and circumstances. Family and officers are very concerned for her safety, and anyone with information is urged to contact Officer Owen or Crime Stoppers immediately.
   

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2. Electoral board posts job opening for Lynchburg general registrar (newsadvance.com) — Lynchburg’s Electoral Board is advertising for a new general registrar and director of elections, with details posted on the city’s website. The position oversees voter registration and election administration, so any change in this role could affect how future local elections are run and managed for city residents.
   

3. Deacon cohort celebrates 10 years since ordination (catholicvirginian.org) — A decade after their ordination, nine permanent deacons from the Diocese of Richmond are still serving, including Deacon Arturo Fernandez-Lopez at Holy Cross in Lynchburg. The story highlights how this 2015 cohort continues supporting parishes across Virginia, reflecting on shared formation, ongoing prayer, and the challenges of living Catholic faith in an increasingly secular culture.
   

4. Heavy rain and strong wind gusts caused power outages for some, Appalachian Power says (wset.com) — Lynchburg readers may want to note that Appalachian Power is working to restore widespread outages across its service area after heavy rain and strong winds, with most customers expected back online by late Saturday night. While the hardest-hit areas are in West Virginia and other Virginia counties, the story also links to a separate update on an unsolved fatal Lynchburg shooting.
   

5. Holbach, William Howard (nrvnews.com) — Friends and alumni connected to the University of Lynchburg are remembering William “Bill” Holbach, a former Lynchburg College student, Vietnam veteran, and longtime Virginia Tech employee devoted to service. His family plans a future interment in Dublin and invites memorial donations to Virginia Tech, the University of Lynchburg, or another meaningful organization.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Unfortunately a dog was killed and in the middle of 29 north past dollar general.
    It appeared to be about the shape of a husky but it was dark so hard to say for sure. If this was your dog, I am sorry for your loss. I did not… (Nextdoor English Tavern Road)
  • ServiceMaster Clean posted a job opening for Future Opening: Custodian in Lynchburg. Apply here.
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Merchandise and Stocking Associate in Lynchburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lynchburg here.

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