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Lynchburg
Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
Good morning, Lynchburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ AAA warns that frigid winter temperatures may cause car battery failures and advises drivers to park in a garage and disconnect devices to reduce battery drain. The organization expects more roadside calls as a cold snap grips the Mid-Atlantic region + local drivers take extra precautions. WSLS 10
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house on Poor House Farm Road was damaged by fire on Tuesday, Dec. 30 — officials said it is likely a total loss and residents have been displaced while receiving help from the Red Cross. WSET
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local restaurant owners met Tuesday, Dec. 30 to talk about rising beef costs that may soon affect menu prices & business decisions. They explained that supply issues & market shifts have driven significant cost hikes. WDBJ7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former Lynchburg teacher Danielle Brown visited Iceland over the summer to connect math with the natural environment as part of the Grosvenor Teacher Fellowship, a partnering effort between the National Geographic Society & Lindblad Expeditions. The News & Advance
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg officials announced that the construction on Blackwater Creek restoration is complete, with final touches — including native grass planting and a new overlook on Creekside Trail — set for spring 2026. The area remains closed to the public as crews monitor water quality. Cardinal News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia State Police urge Lynchburg residents planning to drink to secure a sober ride this New Year's Eve, with Bee Line Towing offering free rides and tows (11 p.m. to 2 a.m.) to help prevent impaired driving incidents. WSLS 10
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Virginia is to receive $189.5 million from the Rural Health Transformation Fund to expand rural healthcare, including mobile clinics and telehealth, as part of a $50 billion five-year initiative. CMS and state officials are negotiating budgets—first awards will be issued in 2026 based on performance metrics. Cardinal News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lynchburg food lovers can enjoy Vaughan Garage's affordable brunch + dinner and live music at 1124 Church St. The new garage restaurant celebrates local history while hosting weekend hours now and a grand opening on Jan. 9 and 10 with local bands. WSET
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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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