Here's a look at some of the stories we'll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
Join the Star City Striders for a New Year's Day run to the star. Â There will be a group picture at the top of Mill Mountain at 9 a.m. Â This is the 30th year for the fun run.
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Enjoy a First Day Hike at a Virginia State Park. Â At Claytor Lake State Park, there will be three ranger-led hikes today. Â Head to the Hoover Mountain Biking area at the New River Trail for a hike or bike. Â Fairy Stone State Park will hold a ranger-led mile hike this morning. Â Parking at all parks is free today. Â You can enter to win gift certificates valued at up to $500.
The Lynchburg Visitor Center will close, starting today, for renovations. Â During the renovations, a satellite Visitor Center will be open at the Lynchburg Museum. Â Work is expected to last two months.
Pittsylvania County is taking over management of the animal shelter. Â The Lynchburg Humane Society has been running it since it opened in July 2017. Â The shelter will continue to operate as a no-kill shelter. Â It has saved over 2,000 pets with a save rate of 94 percent since opening.