Downtown Lynchburg streets to close for abortion-rights protests

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The City of Lynchburg announced that portions of Church Street and 9th Street will temporarily close for scheduled protests regarding reproductive rights.

Beginning at 4 p.m., the closures will include Church Street between 8th Street and 10th Street and 9th Street between Church Street and Main Street, in front of Monument Terrace.

Lynchburg Democrats posted a flyer for the event on their Facebook page saying, "If you're pissed, protest now."

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Motorists should be alert and follow the detour route and be aware of civilian traffic.