Around this time of year, students are making lots of transitions. Some are finding post-grad jobs. Some are preparing to graduate or travel for the summer. Many are transitioning from spending most of their time inside to getting outdoors more. With the advent of warmer weather, Liberty’s trail system offers the perfect opportunity for students to transition from working out […]
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When people think of pollution, they think of greenhouse gas emissions, exhaust fumes and billowing smoke stacks, but they almost never think of the clothes they wear. Putting this into perspective is difficult, especially since clothing is a large part of our lives, whether we recognize it or not. According to the Princeton Student Climate Initiative, if the fast fashion […]
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Recycling isn’t limited to empty cans and cardboard boxes. One local entrepreneur repurposes broken skateboards into beautiful items. Jeff Gray owns and runs Scene3, a skate shop located right on Main Street in downtown Lynchburg. It’s a vibrant hub at the heart of the city. People come for everything from bike repair to skateboards or even just to hang out […]
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In a collaborative effort to give back to the local community, Rebranded Society and Mosaic Collective held a Thrift and Sip event April 8 from 5-8 p.m. at Atelier Studio & Gathering Space in Lynchburg. Jennifer Olson, who founded Rebranded Society and Mosaic Collective in February 2021, said the organization’s aim for the event was to raise money for nonprofits. […]
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The spring weather brings both fresh air and the greenery of a new season, but it could also bring a new perspective — an air of gratitude that enables people to focus on protecting and sustaining natural beauty. Liberty Grounds is working towards a greener future with projects that encourage recycling, “zero waste” and the reuse of old materials for […]
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Weeklong-themed events are not just for high school spirit weeks. Lynchburg Parks & Recreation’s Week of Green is celebrating both Earth Day and Arbor Day through service, education and community. The department will host programs and classes throughout the week to celebrate different aspects of nature, environmental sustainability, solar power and water resources. Lynchburg Parks & Recreation partnered with Lynchburg […]
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Located in the heart of Liberty Mountain, the Gardening Club maintains two acres of land to grow vegetation and build community. Club president James Grimes started the club almost two years ago as a freshman to cultivate a horticulture learning ground. After gaining gardening knowledge through first-hand experience on his grandfather’s farm, Grimes had a desire to create a garden […]
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William Byron led 212 laps at Martinsville Speedway April 9 en route to his fourth career Cup Series win, a win dedicated to his mother. Byron started in fifth place, and but quickly vaulted his way into second place by the end of stage one. Byron elected to play the waiting game, hanging in second behind teammate Chase Elliot for […]
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Liberty is continuing to build upon its athletic facilities with a major investment that aims to improve the quality of life for several programs. The school recently sent construction plans to the city of Lynchburg for a brand new 75,000 square-foot facility. Liberty’s Multipurpose Center will be constructed next to the Indoor Tennis Center, and unlike most sports facilities, this […]
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Liberty Flames softball welcomed the Kennesaw State Owls into town for a three-game weekend series April 9-10. The Flames then proceeded to defeat the Owls in all three games. The Lady Flames opened the double-header with a dominant offensive performance when they scored eight of their 17 total runs from the weekend. Sophomore catcher Caroline Hudson put on a show, […]
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The Liberty Flames baseball team won its three-game series against conference opponent Florida Gulf Coast, following a stretch in which the Flames lost six of nine. Liberty started the season off hot, going 11-1 over its first 12 games with wins over top-25 opponents Florida and North Carolina, before dropping nine of 15 to fall out of the top-25. The […]
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Liberty women’s lacrosse made quick work of Stetson April 9, beating the Hatters 22-9. Midfielder Mackenzie Lehman, Liberty’s leading scorer, led the pack once again with six goals. Attacker Jordan Shieve wasn’t too far behind with four goals and three assists of her own. “We did a really good job of sharing the ball,” Head Coach Kelly Nangle said. “We […]
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No record is safe for Liberty track and field this season. Five ASUN records fell in two days as the Flames competed in the Stanford Invitational and VertKlasse Meeting at High Point University April 1-2. A number of distance athletes traveled to Stanford University in Palo Alto, California, where Liberty athletes broke the ASUN records in the men’s and women’s […]
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The Liberty Flames football team completed its 15th and final spring practice April 9 as the annual spring game took place inside Williams Stadium. Flames fans rushed in to get their first glimpse of the 2022 roster’s promising talent, loaded with fresh faces and some good old healthy competition. While all eyes were anticipated to be on the quarterback situation […]
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Hosting the 10th annual “Midnight Mayhem” game, the No. 3 Liberty men’s lacrosse lost 12-11 to the No. 1 BYU Cougars April 8, coming one goal shy of a spectacular comeback. Head Coach Kyle McQuillan started the “Midnight Mayhem” tradition in 2012. Held at the Liberty Lacrosse Fields, the event has become a Liberty favorite with students and College For […]
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