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Lynchburg
Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two local women shared personal struggles at a community forum + offered guidance for residents facing similar challenges. Their honest talk aimed to help peers cope and find hope in tough times. WDBJ7
- ➤ The Women’s Leadership Conference returns soon in Lynchburg to offer local women workshops, discussions, and networking (more details on time and location will be announced soon). WDBJ7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mission Thrift will open a new store on Wards Road in Lynchburg on March 2 with donation drop-offs starting Feb. 23. The location supports local nonprofits and adds to the three stores on Bedford Avenue, Forest Road and Waterlick Road. WSET
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Stedman Graham spoke at Randolph College, citing his longtime relationship with Oprah Winfrey to explain the importance of building a personal identity and honoring influential figures like Jesse Jackson (noted for his civil rights leadership). The News & Advance
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Lynchburg physician is introducing a modified approach to childhood immunizations that aims to improve vaccine delivery + increase patient comfort. The method will be reviewed by local pediatric experts, and further details will be shared as it progresses. WDBJ7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Rail Yard Dawgs dismissed their broadcaster on Thursday, Feb. 19 after an internal review, and team officials have not released further details. WDBJ7
- ➤ Lynchburg-area high school basketball playoffs have released region brackets (for boys and girls teams) as local teams prepare for postseason play; fans are encouraged to review the matchups online. The News & Advance
- ➤ Thomas, a Lancers standout from Amherst County, won first place in the pole vault at the Region 4D championships this week (setting a new meet record). The News & Advance
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The Play That Goes Wrong
7:30 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — PG — A chaotic comedy where everything that can go wrong, does go wrong on stage.
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The Play That Goes Wrong
7:30 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — Rated PG — Enjoy a night of hilarity as a theatre show spirals into chaos and laughter.
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The Play That Goes Wrong
7:30-9:45 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — Rated PG — Enjoy a hilarious whodunit where everything that can go wrong, does go wrong.
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The Play That Goes Wrong
7:30 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — PG Rated — Experience a chaotic night of laughter as this whodunit goes hilariously off the rails.
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Liberty Flames vs. Sam Houston State Bearkats Basketball
2-4 p.m. — 1200 Regent Pl, Lynchburg, VA — Score the cheapest tickets — Catch an exciting NCAA rivalry game between the Flames and the Bearkats.
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Adam Faucett Live at Trailhead
6 p.m. — Trailhead — Ticket info TBA — Enjoy a night of soulful music featuring Adam Faucett after his three-year hiatus in Richmond.
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SciFest ’26 Pi Fun Run
9-11 a.m. — Randolph College — Free entry — Celebrate Pi Day with a fun 3.14 mile run/walk at Main Hall and enjoy the spirit of community and science.
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2026 Empowering Female Veterans Gathering
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — American Legion Post 16 — Free entry — Focus on health and wholeness at this inspiring event for female Veterans.
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Hacksburg at Lynchburg Maker Faire
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Randolph College — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and hands-on making at the most fabulous show and tell on Earth.
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