US winter storm update: Tax payments for thousands of people delayed in Lynchburg, Virginia, amid heavy snow

For thousands of people living in Lynchburg, Virginia, the deadline to pay personal property taxes has been extended amid heavy snow.

Published on: Dec 9, 2025, 12:15:03 IST

By Sumanti Sen

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For thousands of people living in Lynchburg, Virginia, the deadline to pay personal property taxes has been extended by one day after heavy snow led to municipal offices being closed on Monday, December 8. The snowstorm comes days after heavy snowfall hit the Mid-Atlantic region, leading to hundreds of schools being closed.

A person cleans up snow from the sidewalk at The University of Virginia as a winter storm sweeps through Charlottesville, Va., dropping three inches of snow early in the morning on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. (Cal Cary /The Daily Progress via AP) (AP)

Winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories were in place across much of Virginia as of Monday afternoon, including Lynchburg.

"Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility," said NWS Blacksburg, the forecast office for Lynchburg in a winter storm warning. "Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order."

What we know so far

The City of Lynchburg announced on Monday that all municipal offices were being closed due to a winter storm forecast. 4 to 6 inches of snow are expected.

The city’s official update explained that the closure prompted an extension for the second installment of personal property tax payments. The deadline was moved from December 8 to December 9.

Several payment options were provided to residents, including online, at kiosks, or using the City Hall drop box on the 10th Street side. Teller windows were set to reopen on December 9 at 8:30 am.

Lynchburg Public Library branches, the Lynchburg Museum & Visitor Center, all Neighborhood Centers operated by Parks & Recreation, the Miller Center and Concord Turnpike Convenience Center were also closed for the day as a result of the winter weather. Meanwhile, the Lynchburg Regional Airport canceled its scheduled ‘Santa at the Airport’ event.

Municipal offices and payment windows are expected to reopen on Tuesday, December 9, with tax payments due on that date.

Public Works crews and emergency responders are monitoring the situation. Residents have been advised to avoid travel unless necessary. One can stay informed through Lynchburg Alerts.

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Sumanti Sen
Sumanti Sen covers everything that’s happening in the US, from politics to entertainment, but her expertise lies in covering crime news. She has comprehensively chronicled the Idaho student murders, the Laken Riley and Iryna Zarutska cases, and the killing of Charlie Kirk, among other incidents. Over the years, she has interviewed several victims/families of victims of crimes seeking justice. She digs up stories that might otherwise remain unheard, and does her bit to ensure that victims and survivors’ voices are heard. Sumanti’s many years of experience also include interviews with Hamas attack survivors and mental health experts, among others. Her coverage of the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel and interviews with survivors of the tragedy, coupled with her other works including the Titan submersible coverage, earned her the Digi Journo of the Quarter award during her first year at Hindustan Times. Sumanti actively tracks missing person cases in the United States, and peruses Reddit and other social media platforms to bring to light cases that frequently elude public attention. She has extensively covered the disappearances of Nancy Guthrie, Thomas Medlin, Beau Mann, and Sudiksha Konanki, among others. When not at work, you will either find her with her novels, or with her beloved rescue pooches.Read More

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