What Others are Saying Around Greater Lynchburg...

Centra's best friend, April Sweetie, uplifts spirits in hospital visits In all the comings and goings of Centra’s medical facilities in Lynchburg, April Sweetie is a sight that constantly lifts spirits and brings smiles. The Golden retriever and her owner, Bedford County resident Larry Brookshier, regularly walk the halls to interact with patients in need of a positive encounter, if only for a few minutes to give them a break from the stress of their personal struggles. News & Advance

Filmmakers explore worldwide artistry right at home during Lynchburg Film Festival The festival, in its second year in the Hill City, provides the community connections and the big screen that local filmmakers need to fine tune their craft. Cardinal News

Horse leads deputies to land where they find dozens of animals in cruel conditions: HCSO A horse running loose in Henry County led deputies to a property where dozens of animals, including dogs, goats, chickens and cats, were being kept in cruel conditions, according to officials. WSET

Lynchburg’s US 501/US 221 improvement project pop-up event scheduled for Wednesday It will be held from noon to 4 p.m. in the Lakeside Crossing Shopping Center WSLS