Other appointments available on various city boards this summer. Learn how to apply, and get updates on water line tests and an ongoing economic development survey, in this news roundup.
Emma Malinak
Emma Malinak is a reporter for Cardinal News and a corps member for Report for America. Reach her at emma@cardinalnews.org.
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Lynchburg Fire Department assessment calls for hiring process overhaul with emphasis on diversity
The report outlines 14 areas of improvement that the city’s incoming fire chief, who starts July 1, should address in the department’s climate, culture and human resources practices.
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After party nominating process tossed out, six Republicans have made Lynchburg ballot as independents
In all, 10 candidates will be seeking three seats on city council: six Republicans running as independents, three Democrats and another independent.
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Lynchburg Field Notes: Miller Park pool renovations continue while the city offers alternate ways to stay cool
Plus, stay up to date with plans for the reuse of Virginia Baptist Hospital, weigh in on where trees should be planted in the Hill City, and offer ideas for improvements to Breezewood Drive.
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Lynchburg Field Notes: Cycle to save this summer with new biking incentive program
Also in this edition, get updates on a new Virginia Fresh Match location in Lynchburg and learn how you can shape Campbell County’s comprehensive plan.
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Republican appeals panel recommends Lynchburg firehouse primary results be thrown out
The Republican State Central Committee meets Saturday to decide whether to uphold the nominations of three city council candidates or toss them out.
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Lynchburg Field Notes: New fire chief tapped from state agency
Also, a look at how two Lynchburg area governments are shaping the data center debate with zoning changes, and a way for you to weigh in on Forest Road safety improvements.
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Attorney general opens review of Republican nomination process for Lynchburg City Council candidates
The party-run nomination was the first of its kind under a new state law that favors, but doesn’t explicitly require, state-run primaries.
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With one of the oldest water systems in the country, Lynchburg digs deep to upgrade infrastructure
A proposed increase in water and stormwater rates, which the city council will discuss on Tuesday, would help fund ongoing replacement of the city’s aging pipes.
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Republican nomination process for Lynchburg City Council ‘not over’ until appeals are settled, state party chair says
The Lynchburg Republicans ran a party-run nominating process Saturday to select its candidates. Three appeals of the process were filed this week and will be ruled on this month.
