Lynchburg, VA news on Thursday, October 22, 2026

In Lynchburg, VA on Thursday, October 22, 2026: Middle schooler hit by car near school; driver charged. Also: Witch Walk returns Oct. 23-25 as a bigger community event and fundraiser in Lynchburg; Lynchburg City Council election could bring up to three new members to the council. Weather: Mostly clear today with highs around 68°F and gentle winds.

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Headlines

A Linkhorne Middle School student was hit by a vehicle while walking to school; driver charged.WSET · Oct 21, 10:07 PM

News & local government

Lynchburg City Council election could bring up to three new members to the council.WSLS · Oct 21, 6:08 PM

Events & going out

Witch Walk returns Oct. 23-25 as a bigger community event and fundraiser in Lynchburg.Lynchburg News and Advance · Oct 21, 3:00 PM

Community & volunteering

Lynchburg schools dedicated a food truck to late CTE director Robbie Dooley.WDBJ7 · Oct 21, 5:51 PM

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