Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of December.
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💼 Business
Shoppers surged downtown on Dec.
25 for last-minute holiday shopping as local stores extended their hours to help customers finish gift buying. Business owners said the festive mood brightened the shopping district.
🎭 Culture
The holiday season in Lynchburg is highlighted through striking photos and community celebrations.
The News and Advance features a local tour of sights that capture the season’s spirit.
📰 Real Estate
A public records update details Lynchburg-area property transfers for Dec.
25 (the week ending Dec. 31), giving local buyers and sellers essential insight into recent market activity.
Lynchburg’s derelict building program has expanded its scope after state legislation passed in July—allowing penalties on non-residential properties and increased support via $750K funding for 2026.
The program now targets 94 condemned properties for rehabilitation or demolition to help revitalize historic neighborhoods.
🎉 Lynchburg Events
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New Year’s at Noon
10 AM – 1 PM — Amazement Square — Admission required — Glow into 2026 with dancing, crafts, and a balloon drop under dazzling lights.
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.
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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