Student Activities kicked off the semester with its first concert Jan.14, a free event featuring student artists TJ Lawson and Lucas James. Musicians Lawson and James presented a live concert at the LaHaye Event Space with an exciting performance of both original and popular covers by each band. “Student Activities is so excited to have TJ Lawson and Lucas James […]
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If you like searching for deals or finding hidden gems, Lynchburg Treasure Hunt offers an opportunity for both. Located on 2264 Lakeside Drive Suite D, Lynchburg Treasure Hunt opened Nov. 12. The shop boasts an array of shopping options, selling overstock merchandise like shoes, household items, toys, school supplies, furniture, technology accessories and seasonal items. The store contains large bins […]
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RiverView Vinyl, a business built on passion for music, sells records and other vintage music items. The store encourages musical exploration and discovery. Whether through a new genre, artist or even a customer’s first vinyl record, RiverView Vinyl wants to spread the love of music and integrate it deeper into people’s hearts. Owner Stephen Ramsey invites all to come and […]
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Nestled in downtown Lynchburg, a building from the 1800s has been reborn as an innovative business named Add Logo. Despite its recent opening in November 2021, Add Logo has already become quite popular within the community. Add Logo, a coworking space, offers a place perfect for artists, entrepreneurs and everyone in between to work. Behind a striking red […]
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“To shake Jerry Prevo’s hand,” junior psychology major Sam Strutton said. “My goal is to shake Prevo’s hand.” The question, “What is a goal you have for this coming semester?” was hardly uttered before Strutton answered. His gut reaction was very different from that of his girlfriend, Rebekah Leek, also a junior studying psychology. “Uh, survive,” she said. With the […]
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A new café has hit the streets of downtown Lynchburg. What was formerly Speakertree has been replaced by The Loving Co. café. Victoria, Taylor, Ashley and Ceana Loving officially opened the café in October 2021. Since its opening, they have hired two baristas, Briana Combs and Casie Owensby, who have taken on management responsibilities. “It’s a fantastic location. I mean, you’re […]
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Liberty football’s impressive 56-20 trouncing of Eastern Michigan in the 2021 Lending Tree Bowl demonstrated the incredible poise of the team and provided a fitting send-off for the senior class. Just as was the case all year, Liberty relied on its upperclassman to provide the boost the team needed to earn the victory against the Eagles. One of the most […]
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Following a three-game skid, Liberty’s first drive looked much like the previous games, with a quick three-and-out to start things off. Then, the Flames ignited in Mobile. Liberty’s brute force rushing attack and deep threat passing game could not be stopped; the Flames emerged as LendingTree Bowl victors, winning 56-20 and finishing their season 8-5. Eastern Michigan came away with […]
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Liberty University’s Police Department announced in an email to all Liberty affiliates that there was an alleged sexual assault incident on campus, reported Dec. 11. The timely notice detailed an alleged incident where a female student at the university was sexually assaulted, choked and prevented from leaving a vehicle while being driven around Liberty’s campus by a male peer. The […]
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Coming off back-to-back losses against nationally ranked opponents, Liberty football’s recent struggles continued Saturday at Williams Stadium as the Flames fell to Army 31-16. The loss at Williams Stadium is the first time Liberty has dropped two straight games at home since 2017 – Liberty was on a 15-game winning streak at home prior to last week’s matchup against Louisiana. […]
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Defense wins championships is a common saying in football, and it translated to field hockey Nov. 21 as Northwestern shut out Liberty to secure its first field hockey national championship in program history. Liberty and Northwestern faced off in the NCAA Division I Field Hockey Championship; neither program had ever won the championship before Sunday. After a scoreless first half, […]
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No. 22 Louisiana was the highest-ranked team to ever enter Williams Stadium, and the Ragin’ Cajuns showed why they deserved that ranking, hammering the Flames 42-14. It was a cold, cloudy evening in Williams Stadium Nov. 20, and less fans than usual were in attendance, just 15,564. This is due to the game coming a day after the university’s Thanksgiving […]
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Stress produces many things, and it can put athletes in a fight or flight situation. In this case, Liberty fought and will now compete for NCAA Field Hockey National Championship. The No. 9 Lady Flames won an extremely tense double overtime contest against No. 5 Maryland, thanks to a Charlotte Vaanhold winner. Back and forth action marked the first period […]
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The speakers at the Standing for Freedom Center’s Freedom Uncensored Conference on Nov. 12-13 brought audience members to their feet and encouraged them to stay there, standing for what they believe in. The conference took place in Liberty University’s Montview Ballroom over a two-day period and featured over 20 speakers. These included former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, conservative author […]
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Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo took to the Convocation stage Friday, Nov. 12 with a tribute to veterans, an encouragement to keep the faith and a call to action for future Christian leaders. “I know a lot of politicians come in front of you to talk to you,” Pompeo said. “They often talk to you about their future. I […]
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