The most recent initiative brought a colorful mural and “sense of pride” to 12th Street, the artist says.
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 Field Notes: Miller Park Pool renovation enters next phase
Also, learn about the Community Access Network’s expanded services and grants awarded across the region for mental healthcare and food and farming programs.
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Funding for Virginia’s fire service is insufficient, studies show. There are ideas for how to change that.
Here’s a guide to how fire departments are funded in Virginia, in eight FAQs gathered from Cardinal readers.
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Lynchburg Field Notes: Give feedback on a major intersection overhaul at an upcoming open house
Also in this edition, find updates on a new training program for nonprofit leaders, the new deputy chief for the fire department, a comprehensive plan survey and a water quality award.
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In Lynchburg, brides can buy discounted gowns that help fund services for domestic violence victims
Over 22 years, Church Street Bridal has raised $4 million that helped fund the work of the YWCA of Central Virginia.
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Lynchburg Field Notes: Redevelopment begins for Appomattox workforce housing
Also in this edition, learn about Framatome’s new health center and Peaks View Park’s new lighting system.
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Candidate drops out of Lynchburg City Council race
That leaves nine candidates seeking three open seats this November.
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Lynchburg Field Notes: Local officials raise awareness of online threats in a region that’s led the charge against them for 30 years
Also in this edition, local students can get back-to-school pampering for free, and construction continues on the largest capital improvement project in Lynchburg’s history.
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Lynchburg Head Start under interim management after local nonprofit loses federal grant
The Lynchburg Community Action Group did not comply with federal policies needed to secure funding for another grant period, according to the Administration for Children and Families.
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Lynchburg Field Notes: Mural planned to give 12th Street corridor a makeover
Also in this edition, get updates on Framatome’s redevelopment of a former city property and mark your calendars for an upcoming bookmobile event.
