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Lynchburg
Saturday, December 27th, 2025
Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lee Campbell, an emergency communications specialist in training, handled her first life-or-death 911 call by guiding a caller through CPR (LPD praised her calm, focused performance), helping the patient regain a pulse before EMS arrived. WSET
- ➤ Two families lost their homes in separate pre-Christmas fires and neighbors are uniting to deliver essential supplies - like toiletries, clothes, and monetary donations - through local drop-off spots in Campbell County and Pamplin. WSET
- ➤ After two months of medical treatment and foster care, community support helped Mapo + a deaf and blind dog from the Humane Society + recover from mange and skin issues and secure a forever home, showing local commitment to animal care. WSET
- ➤ Lynchburg shoppers returned to stores after Christmas to exchange gifts and find bargains downtown. Silvia’s Boutique offered party dresses at discounts of 50%+75% off as residents prepared for New Year celebrations. WSLS 10
- ➤ Foxfield Races' nonprofit arm donated $150,000 to Blue Ridge Area Food Bank to help families in need this holiday season — a boost to local food assistance efforts. The News & Advance
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ABC13 has highlighted the top 50 photos submitted by local viewers in 2025 that capture the natural beauty and life of our community, starting from January through December. The curated gallery celebrates local creativity + showcases everyday moments. WSET
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia’s Department of Conservation and Recreation invites residents to join the nationwide First Day Hike initiative on New Year’s Day at any state park, where free parking + commemorative stickers are offered as supplies last. WSLS 10
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia will raise its minimum wage to $12.77 an hour on January 1, 2026 under a law tied to inflation, and lawmakers are still debating further increases as families face rising costs for housing, food & fuel. WDBJ7
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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.
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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.
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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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