Lynchburg, VA news on Tuesday, October 20, 2026

In Lynchburg, VA on Tuesday, October 20, 2026: GLTC sues city over $1.3M reserve fund dispute. Also: Jefferson Street lot and portion of Jefferson Street temporarily closed today for city work; City councilman Marty Misjuns accused of hate speech and receiving online threats. Weather: Mostly clear today with a high of 62°F and low of 43°F; little wind or rain expected.

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Headlines

Jefferson Street lot and portion of Jefferson Street temporarily closed today for city work.City of Lynchburg (.gov) · Oct 20, 12:11 PM

News & local government

City councilman Marty Misjuns accused of hate speech and receiving online threats.WSLS · Oct 20, 8:42 PM
Greater Lynchburg Transit Company sues City over alleged $1.3 million reserve fund dispute.WSET · Oct 20, 5:34 PM
City council members renew push for financial audit amid ongoing GLTC lawsuit.WDBJ7 · Oct 20, 4:50 PM

Schools & kids

Lynchburg City Schools hosts career fair October 24 for students.Yahoo · Oct 19, 4:24 PM
Lynchburg school ratings raise concerns; city leaders call for community-wide education improvement effort.WSLS · Oct 19, 5:18 PM

Health & care

Virginia Tech and Lynchburg firm partner in $73 million sustainable mining initiative.Virginia Business · Oct 20, 3:10 PM

Sports

Liberty University hosts ITA Atlantic Regional tennis tournament this week with 23 teams competing.LibertyFlames.com · Oct 19, 4:19 PM
University of Lynchburg runner Olinger finishes second at Jeff Roope Invitational.lynchburgsports.com · Oct 20, 9:30 PM

Community & volunteering

Lynchburg woman completed NYC Marathon to raise awareness for brain injury recovery.WSET · Oct 20, 7:02 PM

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