At Blue Ridge Park, newly resurfaced dual-use pickleball and tennis courts are officially open, along with upgraded basketball courts — the first major improvements to the facility since 2008.

The Bedford County School Board has approved a 10-year plan that will bring millions of dollars in upgrades to the school division.

LYNCHBURG, Va. – Lynchburg City Schools is taking the next step towards projects that will impact students for generations. The LCS school board approved its Capital Improvement Plan Wednesday, which includes $65 million for projects they’d like to complete over the next five years. That plan is being submitted to the Lynchburg city council for approval. The proposal features a new Sandusky Elementary School. But before the city council votes on a new Sandusky Elementary, LCS must complete a report on the conditions of every school building.