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Lynchburg fire crews put out fire at Dragonfire Games
11+ hour, 4+ min ago (18+ words) Lynchburg fire crews put out fire at Dragonfire Games'WSET Lynchburg fire crews put out fire at Dragonfire Games...
Oakwood Country Club enters new era under Runk & Pratt ownership
18+ hour, 2+ min ago (138+ words) WSET " Oakwood Country Club is under new ownership, with leaders focused on a smooth transition while preserving its history and traditions. The club has been purchased by Runk & Pratt Companies. Owners said their plans include adding a social director to…...
The Mingo Coffee and Play expands in Lynchburg with new Timberlake Road location
18+ hour, 10+ min ago (169+ words) WSET " A beloved local caf" where parents can sip coffee, while little ones play just steps away, is growing. Mingo Coffee and Play, previously known as the Pink Flamingo Caf" in Forest, is spreading its wings to Timberlake Road. The…...
Salem RidgeYaks countdown to opening day with a new identity and attitude
17+ hour, 18+ min ago (247+ words) SALEM, Va. (WSET) " Last year, the 2025 Salem Red Sox finished 56- 74, 14.5 games outside of the then-first-place Lynchburg Hillcats. But this year, the Red Sox have a new name, new colors, a new mascot and a new attitude. Things may look the…...
GLTC suspends Sunday bus service indefinitely amid driver shortage
23+ hour, 24+ min ago (397+ words) LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) " Getting around Lynchburg is about to get a lot harder for some riders. The Greater Lynchburg Transit Company is suspending Sunday bus service indefinitely, with the final day set for April 26. The reason: a driver shortage " with…...
How Senior Living Communities Are Changing for the Better
23+ hour, 42+ min ago (68+ words) How Senior Living Communities Are Changing for the Better'WSET How Senior Living Communities Are Changing for the Better Making the move to a senior living community can be a big decision, but it can also open the door to more…...
City Stadium welcomes the Hill City Howlers as Opening Day countdown begins
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (315+ words) LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) " Soon, the stands will be packed, and the sounds of baseball will once again be heard here at City Stadium. This time under a new name, The Hill City Howlers. With new mascots - you'll see them all…...
Two more Virginia basketball players enter transfer portal
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (142+ words) President Donald Trump signs an Executive Order from the Oval Office after a judge halted construction on the White House ballroom. (WSET) " Liberty guard and Kentucky native, Brett Decker, plans to enter the transfer portal. Decker played in 34 games this…...
Nationwide fire truck shortage hits close to home, affecting local departments
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (430+ words) President Donald Trump signs an Executive Order from the Oval Office after a judge halted construction on the White House ballroom. (WSET) " A nationwide shortage of fire trucks is raising concerns among local departments, driving up costs and delaying deliveries....
Celebrate America’s 250th at Poplar Forest: Wine, History & More!
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (63+ words) Celebrate America's 250th at Poplar Forest: Wine, History & More!WSET Celebrate America's 250th at Poplar Forest: Wine, History & More! This year, Poplar Forest is the place to be as America celebrates 250 years. Emily shows us how Tony Award-winning theater, a festive wine…...