Good morning, Lynchburg.

Saint Francis Service Dogs is hosting its Angel Tree event to help pups in training get treats and toys for the holiday season.

Families can pick ornaments at locations like Tanglewood Mall (or drop off gifts at designated spots) to support these future service dogs.

David Conley from Maine has sold Christmas trees in Lynchburg for 36 years and brings 1,800 trees from Nova Scotia to the Rookie’s parking lot each year—he says the friendly climate and local people keep him coming back.

A Lynchburg emergency communications officer helped deliver a baby before EMS arrived, marking the first assisted birth in four years at the center.

Officer Kim Hise, with 40 years of service, earned praise from the Lynchburg Police Department as both mother and baby are healthy.

Shelter animals in Lynchburg enjoyed a special Thanksgiving meal on Thursday—community members donated canned food that filled their bowls and brought extra joy.

Lynchburg Humane Society said the generous donations provided extra enrichment for the pets for weeks to come.

Booker T. Washington National Monument will host Old Virginia Christmas on Dec.

5 — the event offers guided tours, archeology programs, and children's activities for local families.

Shoppers lined up as early as 3 a.m. on Friday outside JCPenney at River Ridge—doors opened at 5 a.m.—to get Black Friday deals with discounts up to 70% on holiday items and coupons worth $10 to $500.

Experts advise online shoppers to prepare for Cyber Monday by making a list and setting a budget so they avoid impulse buys when the deals start.

They recommend comparing prices and checking shipping fees this weekend—helping shoppers plan for smart spending on upcoming deals.

Happy Lemon, a new boba tea shop, opened yesterday at Rosedale Apartments on Graves Mill Road and will offer tea, smoothies, frozen lemonade and bubble waffles.

The shop features an AI drink maker — it precisely measures ingredients to keep each drink the same — and will offer buy one get one free deals through Nov. 30.

Hundreds of Lynchburg shoppers braved the cold this morning to line up at Target when it opened its doors at 6 a.m. for Black Friday deals on toys, pajamas, beauty products, electronics, and clothing—some arriving as early as midnight and with the first 100 guests receiving a swag bag and additional prizes.

The Blind Boys of Alabama: A Joyful Christmas Celebration

4-6 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $20 – $67 — Celebrate the festive season with the Grammy-winning sounds of The Blind Boys of Alabama in a joyous Christmas performance.

A Christmas Carol

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Wolf Den Downtown — Check local listings — Experience an original adaptation of the beloved holiday classic with your favorite characters.

Reindeer Run 2 Miler

9 A.M. — Hydaway Outdoor Center — Cost varies — Dash through picturesque trails with festive cheer, cookies, and support for a great cause.

DEKA Strong Fitness Challenge

Event — Time Range — Jamerson Family YMCA — Cost Info — Test your strength and endurance without the run in a supportive, high-energy environment.

Dailey & Vincent: Candy Canes and Coal

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $24 – $55 — Experience a festive night filled with holiday classics and heartfelt music from Grammy-winning duo Dailey & Vincent.

Morgan Wade Live Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $39 – $87 — Experience powerful storytelling through Morgan Wade's music reflecting her journey of self-discovery and resilience.

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

4:30-5:30 p.m. — Sydnor Performance Hall — $ — Experience a candlelit string performance of beloved Christmas carols in a festive atmosphere.