Jaida Simone
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Why several Lynchburg-area restaurants have closed their doors (opens the original)
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LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Several restaurants across the Lynchburg area have closed their doors over the past year, from longtime local favorites to national chains. The closures have raised questions about whether they are simply part of normal business turnover or a sign of broader challenges facing the local restaurant industry. The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance says there is no single reason behind the closures. Restaurants are dealing with higher costs while also trying to bring custom
Ben Cline responds to criticism from Beth Macy (opens the original)
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Republican incumbent Rep. Ben Cline and Democratic challenger Beth Macy are facing off for Virginia’s 6th Congressional District seat this November. (WSET) LEXINGTON, Va. (WSET) — U.S. Rep. Ben Cline is responding to criticism from Democratic challenger Beth Macy as the two candidates campaign for Virginia’s 6th Congressional District. At a recent rally, Macy criticized Cline for what she described as his close alignment with President Donald Trump and corporate interests. Cline rejected that ch
Congressional candidate Beth Macy meets with constituents in Lexington (opens the original)
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LEXINGTON, Va. (WSET) — About 150 people gathered at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington as Democratic congressional candidate Beth Macy made her case for representing Virginia’s 6th Congressional District. Macy, a longtime journalist and author, is running against Republican incumbent Ben Cline in the Nov. 3 general election. At the rally, Macy said her campaign is focused on listening to residents and understanding the challenges facing communities across the district. “I get out there, and
Average gas price in Virginia rises as crude oil costs climb (opens the original)
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LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Gas prices are climbing across Virginia, with the average price now about $4.24 a gallon. The average has increased seven cents over the past week, 34 cents over the past month and $1.28 compared with this time last year. Nationally, the average is around $4.30 a gallon, with September on track to set a new record, according to AAA. AAA spokesperson Morgan Dean said the rising price of crude oil is a major factor behind the increase at the pump. “Crude oil is sitting at a
Virginia Ten Miler brings thousands to Lynchburg streets for 51st annual race (opens the original)
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Before sunrise on Saturday, Sept. 26, thousands of runners filled Lynchburg's streets for the 51st annual Virginia Ten Miler. For some, the race was a personal challenge. For others, it was a tradition. Nearly 4,000 runners from six countries and 16 states took part in the 10-mile race. The course followed Langhorne Road to Rivermont Avenue, through Riverside Park and back toward the finish line. Spectators lined the route, cheering runners on with signs and encouragement. For Brian and Natalie
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