Good morning, Lynchburg.

Park View Mission marked 30 years of service by sharing success stories and providing over 105,000 food provisions this year.

The nonprofit is now searching for a second facility to meet growing community demand + plan for future service.

Lynchburg children welcomed 2026 at Amazement Square's 10th annual New Year's at Noon event (selling out all 365 tickets) and enjoyed crafts, music, and a bug ball drop.

Families celebrated a fun and safe start to the new year in a community setting.

The Lynchburg Peacemakers will close their headquarters on Feb.

1 when the property owner sells the building they revived on 12th Street. The community group is already searching for a new location to continue its mission.

Wawa opened its first store in Lynchburg last October & local fans celebrated the fresh food and coffee option at the new on-the-go location.

United Airlines will begin daily direct flights from Lynchburg Regional Airport to Chicago O’Hare and Washington Dulles next March — offering residents a new travel option and a convenient link to major hubs.

In 2025, three major local employers expanded operations in Lynchburg, boosting job opportunities and driving economic growth.

Charlotte-based Mason Lane Entertainment will operate Lynchburg’s new 5,000-seat Riverfront Park Amphitheater set to open next spring — the project is part of a plan to jumpstart the downtown riverfront renaissance.

Sweet Briar College named new board members and leadership who will start their terms in January — a move that aims to strengthen the institution's governance and future direction.

BrickUniverse: The Immersive Brick Experience 2026

10 AM - 4 PM — River Ridge — Starting at $18 — Experience breathtaking LEGO creations and interactive building zones at this family-friendly event.

Tusk: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute

7:30 PM - 1:30 AM — Academy Center of the Arts — Ticket info not provided — Experience note-perfect renditions of Fleetwood Mac classics from a seasoned tribute band.