McDonnell in Lynchburg as supporters contribute to his legal defense fund Evan Jones November 22, 2016 1 min read (Associated Press) Former Governor McDonnell is getting help paying his millions in legal bills with local fund-raisers across the state, including one over the weekend in Lynchburg. As WFIR’s Evan Jones reports, McDonnell was there to thank those who came: About the Author Evan Jones Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Opioid crisis prompts Public Health EmergencyNext: Turkeys head to Blacksburg after Presidential Pardon Related Stories 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Branch Group to host 4th annual GIRL Construction Experience tomorrow Web Staff October 10, 2025 1 min read Luke Combs scheduled to perform in Charlottesville in April Clark Palmer October 9, 2025