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Lynchburg
Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nelson Recovery Court celebrated its fifth graduate, marking a milestone for its recovery initiative in Lynchburg. The program continues offering support to participants as they work towards rebuilding their lives. The News & Advance
- ➤ Lynchburg resident Mildred Tucker (84) is back home after being rescued from a December house fire and airlifted for treatment; on Friday, local firefighters visited her and presented a challenge coin, patch and ornament during an emotional reunion. WSET
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance’s Barry Butler expects the new governor to support local energy and business growth by building on Youngkin’s achievements and will attend the inauguration ceremony today to see policies boost jobs in the region. WSET
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ E.C. Glass High School will use walk-through metal detectors beginning Tuesday, Jan. 20 to boost safety, with students and visitors screened at door 27 using designated lanes for instruments and sports equipment; those refusing screening will be denied entry (for details, contact Principal Dani Rule). WSET
- ➤ The University of Lynchburg will honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with a campus event featuring guest speakers and student panels later this week. The celebration aims to engage local residents in reflecting on his historic contributions. WDBJ7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nelson County Recovery Court celebrated its fifth graduate, Deborah Jones, on Jan. 13 in the county's circuit courtroom, marking a milestone in the local recovery efforts. The News & Advance
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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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FSBO Masterclass 2026: Keep the Full Commission
11:30 p.m. — Locksview, Lynchburg, VA — Free entry — Learn to sell your home like a pro with expert insights from Nathan Haefer.
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The Play That Goes Wrong
2:30-5:30 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — Rated PG — A hilarious whodunit where chaos reigns as the cast navigates a play that's going off the rails.
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The Play That Goes Wrong
Evening Performances: 7:30 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — Rated PG — Experience a hilariously chaotic whodunit where everything that can go wrong, does go wrong.
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The Play That Goes Wrong
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — Rated PG — Experience a hysterical whodunit where mayhem and comedy ensue on stage.
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