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Lynchburg
Monday, May 25th, 2026
Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Memorial Day, communities remember local service members who died in conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Ceremonies across the region (including honor guard observances and local tributes) pay respect to heroes whose sacrifices have long supported our hometowns. WDBJ7
- ➤ Festival in the Park ended its Memorial Day weekend at Elmwood Park as Johnny Lex and the Allies honored the Bedford Boys (local heroes from Bedford County who lost 19 men at Omaha Beach) with a powerful music tribute that brought local history to life. WSLS 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bedford County high schools celebrated 640 graduates on Saturday at Liberty University’s Vines Center as each school held a separate diploma ceremony, honoring a legacy of excellence in education. The News & Advance
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Recent rain has slightly improved Smith Mountain Lake’s water levels, which remain about 4.5 feet below full pond today. Sea Tow Captain Donald Adkins advises boaters to stay in the center — follow channel markers — for safe conditions. WSET
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BRR-PCA Lunch Social
12 PM — La Villa Italian Restaurant — Free entry — Connect with fellow PCA members over lunch and enjoy Italian cuisine.
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Goodbye June Live in Lynchburg
7-11 p.m. — Super Rad Arcade Bar — Ticketed event — Experience the raw and gritty sound of Goodbye June as they rock the stage with their all-American vibe.
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Grease Musical
7:30-10 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — PG-13 rated — Experience a bold new take on the classic Grease with high-energy performances and a nostalgic 1950s vibe.
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Grease
7:30-10 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — PG-13 rated — Enjoy a high-energy, bold interpretation of Grease with a nostalgic soundtrack and plenty of charm.
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Grease
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Wolf Den Downtown — Rated PG13 — Experience a bold new take on the classic musical with high-energy and plenty of 1950s flair.
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Grease
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — Rated PG13 — Experience a bold new take on a classic with high-energy performances and a nod to the 1950s.
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Grease
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — Check event page for ticket prices — Wolfbane's bold and high-energy rendition of Grease brings 1950s charm and playful mischief.
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Grease by Wolfbane
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Wolf Den Downtown — Rated PG13 — Experience a bold new take on Grease with high-energy charm and a nod to the cool crowd.
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We’re Wolves and DoneFor Concert
5-10 p.m. — Super Rad Arcade Bar — $15 presale — Enjoy an evening of local music with DoneFor and We're Wolves at this vibrant Lynchburg venue.
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4th Annual Children's Miracle Network Car Show
10 a.m.–5 p.m. — Walmart Supercenter — Free entry — Enjoy a display of cars, jeeps, motorcycles, and trucks while supporting a great cause.
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