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2 weeks ago

Ten displaced by a multifamily dwelling fire in Albemarle County

Four total units were affected by the morning fire on Old Brook Road.

2 weeks ago

Tuesday morning fire displaces two in Albemarle County

Two residents and their pets safely escape

3 weeks ago

Blue Ridge Poison Center experiencing increased calls related to kratom

The products are marketed as a healthier option than alcohol.

3 weeks ago

Albemarle registrar finding many mistakes on mail-in ballot submissions

"Naked" ballots create another level of work for the registrar's office.

3 weeks ago

Albemarle Co. employees plant Child Abuse Prevention Month pinwheels

Pinwheels were chosen as a symbol that children deserve happy and healthy growth.

3 weeks ago

Albemarle Supervisors to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month

Pinwheels to be planted prior to Albemarle Supervisors meeting.

3 weeks ago

Z95.1’s Sherry Taylor: ‘A lady knows when to leave’

Sherry Taylor leaving Z95.1 morning show after a nearly 18-year run. Her final show will air Friday.

3 weeks ago

Crozet Elementary taps new principal for coming year

Principal Staci England is retiring after four years.

4 weeks ago

WINA named AP’s Outstanding News Operation for seventh straight year

Afternoon anchor Dori Zook won first place awards for Best Newscast and Best Radio News Anchor; Cville Right Now named top website.

4 weeks ago

Charlottesville woman who lost VA benefits may get help from Congress

Jemel Snyder said that, without her in-home nursing team, her only option for care this week was to go to the UVA Health emergency room Thursday. 

4 weeks ago

Albemarle Police seek endangered missing man in Afton area

42-year old Daniel B. Spencer was last seen 2:30 a.m. Friday

4 weeks ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole player accused of murder waives extradition hearing

Dayton James Webber, who was arrested in Albemarle County, faces murder charges in Maryland.

4 weeks ago

Low Barrier Shelter Working Group presents plan for 2000 Holiday Drive

A full implementation of the group's vision would cost $9.7-9.9 million. A scaled-down version could come in at $8.6 million.

4 weeks ago

UVA fans give women’s team sendoff to the Sweet 16

Virginia is the first First Four participant to reach the women's Sweet 16.

4 weeks ago

Despite low hurricane concerns, impact locally worth watching

Accuweather is calling for a near- to below-average Atlantic hurricane season starting June 1, but it will be looking at the potential for above average impacts on coastal areas, areas that historically have brought storms tracking through the Charlottesville area.

4 weeks ago

UVA researchers develop new algorithm that can better manage Type 2 diabetes

The new algorithm uses over 300 data measurements to determine proper insulin dosages.

4 weeks ago

AAA survey finds more drivers finding headlight glare a problem

More intense LED lights on modern cars may be part of the problem.

4 weeks ago

Persian Cultural Society condemns what it calls Beta Bridge defacement

UVA calls the bridge an open forum for free speech.

4 weeks ago

County supervisors expected to join Nehemiah Action gathering Tuesday

The group is seeking $10 million in Affordable Housing Investment Fund commitments.

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