The city will not renew its contract with Flock because “trust matters.”
Emma Malinak
Emma Malinak is a reporter for Cardinal News and a corps member for Report for America. Reach her at emma@cardinalnews.org.
Posted inEducation
Head Start school year begins in Lynchburg area with interim management, fewer locations
The nonprofit that previously ran the program lost its federal grant, and a new permanent operator won’t be named until the summer of 2027.
Posted inLynchburg area
Lynchburg Field Notes: Symphony launches new season with largest orchestra yet
Also in this edition, learn about upcoming events in the Lynchburg area to commemorate Sept. 11, and protect the James River.
Posted inPolitics
At least 20 Virginia localities have pulled away from Flock Safety devices since July, with this week’s sweep of camera pauses and canceled contracts
On Thursday alone, four localities in Central Virginia and the New River Valley announced that they would stop using the surveillance technology.
Posted inLynchburg area
Lynchburg Field Notes: Upgrades coming to Heritage Park
Also, learn about a women’s building program and a collaborative art exhibit in this roundup of Hill City updates.
Posted inEconomy
Lynchburg’s Diamond Hill neighborhood is on its way to revitalization, one project at a time
The most recent initiative brought a colorful mural and “sense of pride” to 12th Street, the artist says.
Posted inLocal
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.
Posted inPolitics
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.
Posted inLynchburg area
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.
Posted inLynchburg area
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.
