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GALLERY: Lynchburg runners hit the pavement to celebrate Fourth of July
Many in Lynchburg hit the pavement bright and early to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday with the annual Firecracker 5-Miler.
Balloons take to the skies in Rockbridge County, celebrating America and helping community
An annual festival is taking to the skies just in time to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Balloons Over Rockbridge is holding its annual festival.
Roanoke County brush fire fully contained after burning approximately 100 acres
A brush fire in Roanoke County is now contained, according to officials.
Danville home sustains heavy smoke damage following afternoon fire
A house in Danville sustained heavy smoke damage following a fire.
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Many in Lynchburg hit the pavement bright and early to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday with the annual Firecracker 5-Miler.
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