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Annual Buena Vista Parade Sees Smaller Crowd

Buena Vista, VA - It officially marks the kick-off to Virginia's fall political campaign season. But this year's Buena Vista Labor Day Parade was not nearly as big as year's past.

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Lynchburg Police Investigating Suspicious Death

Lynchburg, VA - The Lynchburg Police Department is asking for your help as they investigate a suspicious death.

Accident in Bedford County Leaves One Man Dead

Bedford County, VA - A Goode man was killed in a car accident Sunday afternoon, Sergeant Bob Carpentieri of the Virginia State Police says.

Martinsville Man Arrested for Felony Child Abuse

A 20-year-old Martinsville man was arrested for two counts of felony child abuse.

Extra Patrol Controls Football Traffic at City Stadium

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Liberty University's football game at the city stadium brought out a large crowd, and even more traffic.

Local Dentist to Offer Hundreds Free Dental Care Video included

Dental health is important to keeping a healthy smile, but in this tough economy many are choosing to go without it.

Man Arrested for Armed Robbery of Domino's Pizza

Danville Police have arrested a man for armed robbery at a Domino's Pizza Friday night.

Advertising Down at High School Football Games Video included

Lynchburg, VA - Yes, high school football is a game. But to keep games going, money is important, making Friday night football just as much a business as a game. Like many businesses today, money isn't flowing in like it use to.

Essel Propack to Bring Future Jobs With Expansion

Danville, VA - A Danville company says it plans to invest $10,000,000 locally to consolidate its business.

Emotions Rise Over Pending Execution of Teresa Lewis Video included

Reporter: Donna Harris l Videographer: Jemon Haskins Washington, D.C. - Just 20 days from now, Virginia is set to execute Teresa Lewis of Pittsylvania County- and emotions are running high. The 2002

Bedford Man Charged with Murder after Overdose

A Bedford man faces murder charges, months after police say another man overdosed.

Business Great at Smith Mountain Lake, but Will it Last? Video included

Smith Mountain Lake, VA - For those who did not want to risk Earl's effects on the coast there was plenty of fun to be had at Smith Mountain Lake. We found plenty of locals and vacationers there trying to enjoy one last getaway before things start to cool down for the fall.

Amherst County Thieves after Catalytic Converters Video included

Madison Heights, VA - Amherst County investigators say a group of thieves are targeting area junk yards in search of precious metals. They're stealing catalytic converters to try and harvest the gold,

Free Lunch for Lynchburg Police

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The Lynchburg Olive Garden served a complimentary lunch at the police department in honor of Labor Day.

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Today's Forecast

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  • 83°
  • 56°

This evening will remain mostly clear, warm, and comfortable. Overnight lows will fall into the upper 50s. Beginning tomorrow, the warmth begins to return to our region, with highs back near 90 degrees Tuesday and Wednesday. A mainly dry cold front will bring another brief drop in temperatures for late in the week, and any significant wet weather looks like it will hold off until at least Saturday.

7-Day Forecast: Lynchburg

Monday
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  • 83°
  • 56°

Sunny

Tuesday
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  • 88°
  • 60°

Sunny

Wednesday
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  • 90°
  • 58°

Mostly sunny

Thursday
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  • 85°
  • 58°

Mostly sunny

Friday
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  • 83°
  • 60°

Sunny

Saturday
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  • 86°
  • 62°

Isolated Shower

Sunday
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  • 86°
  • 62°

Isolated Shower

Currently in Lynchburg as of

  • 67° (Feels like 67°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: CM @ 0 mph
  • Barometer: 30.19 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:51
  • Sunset: 19:38
  • Humidity: 73%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

7-Day Forecast: Roanoke

Monday
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Clear

Tuesday
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  • 89°
  • 59°

Clear

Wednesday
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  • 90°
  • 66°

Clear

Thursday
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  • 84°
  • 57°

Clear

Friday
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  • 84°
  • 54°

Clear

Saturday
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  • 89°
  • 60°

Rain

Sunday
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  • 86°
  • 67°

Clear

Currently in Roanoke as of

  • 77° (Feels like 78°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: S @ 6 mph
  • Barometer: 30.20 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:54
  • Sunset: 19:41
  • Humidity: 45%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

7-Day Forecast: Danville

Monday
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Clear

Tuesday
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  • 89°
  • 58°

Clear

Wednesday
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  • 92°
  • 62°

Clear

Thursday
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  • 86°
  • 58°

Clear

Friday
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  • 87°
  • 54°

Clear

Saturday
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  • 90°
  • 59°

Rain

Sunday
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  • 91°
  • 67°

Cloudy

Currently in Danville as of

  • 74° (Feels like 74°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: E @ 3 mph
  • Barometer: 30.16 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:53
  • Sunset: 19:38
  • Humidity: 66%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

7-Day Forecast: Virginia Tech Airport

Monday
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  • 80°
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Clear

Tuesday
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  • 85°
  • 54°

Clear

Wednesday
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  • 83°
  • 60°

Clear

Thursday
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  • 79°
  • 52°

Clear

Friday
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  • 82°
  • 50°

Clear

Saturday
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  • 83°
  • 58°

Rain

Sunday
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  • 84°
  • 63°

Partly Cloudy

Currently in Blacksburg as of

  • 73° (Feels like 73°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: CM @ 0 mph
  • Barometer: 30.24 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:56
  • Sunset: 19:43
  • Humidity: 65%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

7-Day Forecast: Hot Springs

Monday
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  • 73°
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Clear

Tuesday
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  • 79°
  • 61°

Clear

Wednesday
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  • 73°
  • 62°

Clear

Thursday
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  • 69°
  • 53°

Clear

Friday
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  • 75°
  • 53°

Clear

Saturday
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  • 77°
  • 61°

Rain

Sunday
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  • 74°
  • 64°

Clear

Currently in Hot Springs as of

  • 64° (Feels like 64°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: S @ 9 mph
  • Barometer: 30.34 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:53
  • Sunset: 19:41
  • Humidity: 68%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

7-Day Forecast: Farmville

Monday
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  • 86°
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Clear

Tuesday
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  • 90°
  • 57°

Clear

Wednesday
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  • 93°
  • 62°

Clear

Thursday
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  • 84°
  • 56°

Clear

Friday
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  • 85°
  • 52°

Clear

Saturday
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  • 89°
  • 58°

Rain

Sunday
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  • 89°
  • 66°

Cloudy

Currently in Farmville as of

  • 73° (Feels like 73°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: CM @ 0 mph
  • Barometer: 30.15 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:48
  • Sunset: 19:35
  • Humidity: 50%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

7-Day Forecast: Martinsville

Monday
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  • 86°
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Clear

Tuesday
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  • 88°
  • 53°

Clear

Wednesday
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  • 91°
  • 59°

Clear

Thursday
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  • 85°
  • 52°

Clear

Friday
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  • 86°
  • 49°

Partly Cloudy

Saturday
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  • 88°
  • 56°

Rain

Sunday
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  • 88°
  • 62°

Cloudy

Currently in Martinsville as of

  • 72° (Feels like 72°)
  • Clear
  • Wind: CM @ 0 mph
  • Barometer: 30.19 in.
  • Sunrise: 06:55
  • Sunset: 19:41
  • Humidity: 88%
  • Visibility: 10.00 mi.

Regional Conditions

Lynchburg
67°
Roanoke
77°
Danville
74°
Blacksburg
73°
Hot Springs
64°
Farmville
73°
Martinsville
72°
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