Heres a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
Construction in Lynchburg on a new mini-roundabout could impact your commute starting today. Â It will be built at the intersection of Yorktown Avenue and Atherholt Road. Â You're asked to use caution and be alert for traffic pattern changes.
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Today is the deadline to submit applications for Middle Border Forward's VISION Quest Community Project Idea Pitch Competition. Â Aspiring community change agents in Danville and Pittsylvania County can submit project ideas for a chance to win $5,000 and support to make their ideas a reality. Â
Centra opens its new Rivermont School in Roanoke today. Â Students, between the ages of six and 22, with developmental disabilities will receive therapeutic help. Â It has traditional classrooms, a sensory room, independent living apartments and a playground.
A Roanoke County police officer, charged with embezzlement, will be in court today for arraignment. Â Steven McChesney is charged with falsifying timesheets. Â An internal investigation revealed recorded time that had not been worked over a two-year period. Â The discovery was made in June and McChesney was placed on paid administrative leave. Â He worked for the country from 2013 to 2015, before returning in 2016. Â The Lynchburg Commonwealth's Attorney's Office is handling the case.
Changes are coming today to several Lynchburg Bus Routes. Â The Greater Lynchburg Transit Company is making the adjustments to improve the service for the community. Â Changes will affect Routes 1A, 4, 6, 8 and 12.Â