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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Posted inOpinion
7 things to know about the Lynchburg Republican council nominations getting nullified (and how this matters statewide)
The ruling opens the door for two rival Republican slates to split the vote this fall. It may also mean that the attorney general’s inquiry into whether the party’s “firehouse primary” followed state law may be moot.
Posted inPolitics
Republicans throw out results of Lynchburg firehouse primary that picked council nominees
The party adopted a report from the appeals committee that recommended throwing out the results and allowing “all interested candidates” to file as independents in the fall election. Council member Marty Misjuns hinted he might go to court to block the action.
Posted inPolitics
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.
Posted inLocal
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.
Posted inPolitics
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.
Posted inEconomy
Cardinal Commerce Notes: BWXT’s nuclear fuel used in successful test of new reactor
Plus: Virginia launches a healthcare website, and the Virginia Chamber names a new president.
Posted inLocal
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.
Posted inPolitics
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.
Posted inLocal
Lynchburg Field Notes: The city’s first bookmobile hits the road
Also in this edition, a guide to new flights at Lynchburg Regional Airport and free summer meals for school children.
