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Volunteers Invited To James River Cleanup

Saturday, September 12, 2026 · Lynchburg, VA

Lynchburg Water Resources and the James River Advisory Council will hold the 27th Annual James River Regional Clean-up on Saturday, September 12, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Rotary Centennial Lynchburg Skatepark. Community members may arrive at any time during the event to help remove litter from the James River and nearby areas. Organizers will provide high-visibility safety vests, gloves, and litter grabbers. Residents who want to participate should register through the city's Lynchburg Water Resources events page before attending.

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