Mark Hand is a Reporter at Lynchburg and Campbell County. He covers a range of topics including regional interest, crime and justice, security and law enforcement, as well as technology related to public security and surveillance systems. Mark's work has been featured in notable publications such as Yahoo News, Daily Press, and The Roanoke Times, among others.
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Mark Hand's coverage is heavily focused on local news, crime, and community events in the Maryland area. He frequently covers evolving stories, breaking news, and seasonal events. Pitches should focus on providing insights or access to local sources related to ongoing developments in Bethesda or surrounding areas.
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By: Mark Hand
On Wednesday, a Lynchburg judge agreed to delay the sentencing hearing of Leonard Blackwell Jr., who was found guilty by a jury in March of second-degree murder in the strangulation death of Clarissa Jones almost five years ago. Here’s a look back at the criminal proceedings against Blackwell in Amherst County and Lynchburg before and after Jones’ death in November 2021.
By: Mark Hand
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Former Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin campaigned with Rep. John McGuire in Forest, urging supporters to financially back McGuire against Tom Perriello, highlighting outside funding influences and the importance of local voter support ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm election.
By: Mark Hand
Lynchburg’s Behavioral Health Docket held a graduation ceremony, where an inaugural class of seven graduates from the program were honored in Council Chambers at City Hall.
By: Mark Hand
Eagles Nest Regeneration LLC plans to use a $1.1 million grant from the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority to renovate a home in the Daniel’s Hill neighborhood and turn it into a residential treatment facility.
By: Mark Hand
Tom Perriello (right) speaks during a roundtable at the 5th Street Community Health Center in Lynchburg on Tuesday. Also, pictured (left to right): U.S.
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The Lynchburg News & Advance and its sister publications have been on top of the 5th Congressional District race this year at all stages of the campaign season.
By: Mark Hand
Lynchburg City Council voted to authorize the city manager to sign an agreement with Eagles Nest Regeneration for the city to serve as the fiscal agent for a grant awarded to the drug recovery nonprofit.
By: Mark Hand
Fable Forest, a Lynchburg activist, spoke at city council about attacks they’ve endured after publicly reading Misjuns’ posts, emphasizing their refusal to be silenced despite being targeted for their pronouns and political views.
