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Thursday, January 1st, 2026
Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. WSET
- ➤ 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. WSET
- ➤ 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. WSLS 10
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 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. The News & Advance
- ➤ 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. The News & Advance
- ➤ In 2025, three major local employers expanded operations in Lynchburg, boosting job opportunities and driving economic growth. The News & Advance
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. The News & Advance
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. The News & Advance
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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.
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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.
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