🌱 Florida Ave. Water Main Restored + 'Saving Our Streets' Initiative

Hello, neighbors! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new edition of the Lynchburg Patch newsletter.

But first, your local weather:

• Friday: Partly sunny and pleasant. High: 75 Low: 56.
• Saturday: Cloudy, a t-storm in the p.m.. High: 78 Low: 56.

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Here are the top three stories today in Lynchburg:

1. Lynchburg Water Resources crews have finally repaired the water main break on Florida Avenue in Lynchburg. The break has caused the closure of a portion of Florida Avenue between Campbell Avenue and Winston Ridge Road. The road is closed to all drivers except for access to the Food Lion shopping center. Water service is restored as well, with the roads reopened yesterday (May 18) morning. The cause of the water main break is still unknown. (WSET)
2. Lynchburg City Schools have announced new leadership appointments for R.S. Payne Elementary and Dearington Elementary starting in the fall. Lori McVicar will become the principal of R.S. Payne Elementary, while Jason Giambrone will take over as principal of Dearington Elementary School for Innovation. McVicar, who has been the assistant principal at R.S. Payne since 2020, has demonstrated strong leadership during the pandemic. Giambrone, who has been an assistant principal at E.C. Glass High School, is known for his mentorship and commitment to equity and access for students. The new principals aim to create environments where students and staff can thrive and unlock their full potential. (WFXRtv.com)
3. Lynchburg Police Chief Ryan Zuidema recently discussed a new tactic called "Saving Our Streets." The strategy aims to reduce crime in the community, particularly in districts where there has been a high incidence of violence. Zuidema highlighted the recent tragic deaths of three children within a three-block radius and emphasized the need to target such areas with this new approach. (WSET)

Today and tomorrow in Lynchburg:

Friday, May 19

• Enchanted Trail: The Wild Strawberry At Timbrook Library (11:00 AM)

Saturday, May 20

• Saturday Market At Lynchburg Community Market (8:00 AM)
• Gardening With Roses: Rosarian Jack Stevenson At Old City Cemetery Museums And Arboretum (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Take a look at upcoming events in the Lynchburg area, including a theater performance of "Lend Me A Tenor," a charity golf tournament, a book sale, yoga classes, musical performances, art bazaars, tours, blood drives, and more. Events cover a variety of interests and cater to different age groups. (Subscription: Lynchburg News and Advance)
• The Riverside Park Sprayground in Lynchburg has reopened, offering summer fun for kids with its daily operation from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The park also includes playgrounds, open fields, and more for children of all ages to enjoy. (WSET)
• The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance has collaborated with White Hart Cafe and Rosetta Coffee to create the Lynchburg Regional Roast, a new coffee blend to commemorate the Alliance's 140th year. The coffee is available for purchase at the White Hart Cafe and online, with a portion of the proceeds supporting the 140 Fund, a revolving loan fund that aims to provide financing for small businesses in the Lynchburg region. (WSET)

Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll catch up with you soon with 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.