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2 weeks ago
Amidst rise in political violence, Virginia politicians aren’t hiding
Despite high-profile political violence, including Wednesday's assassination of Charlie Kirk, Virginia political figures say they won't be scared away from getting facetime with voters.
2 weeks ago
Fort Defiance school complex threat deemed not credible; two HBCU’s locked down in unrelated threats
After remaining inside until the conclusion of an investigation, activities and schedules resumed as normal for the morning after the Augusta County Sheriff's Office investigated a threat to the Fort Defiance High and Middle School complex.
2 weeks ago
Charlottesville and Albemarle fire depts. remember 9/11 with the public
The atrium at the Fontaine fire station is open for quiet reflection today, and what they're calling "a solemn tribute to the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, Albemarle County Fire Rescue and the Charlottesville Fire Department will join together in a stair climb event Saturday to honor and remember those who lost their lives".
2 weeks ago
Virginia flags join American flags at half-staff for Charlie Kirk’s death
Governor Youngkin and Virginia 5th District Representative are commemorating Charlie Kirk.
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Former UVA LB Charles McDaniel gives record football donation
Virginia Athletics and the Virginia Athletics Foundation (VAF) announced Wednesday a $1-million commitment from former First-Team All-ACC linebacker Charles McDaniel, a 1986 grad, and wife, Tricia... UVA Class of '87.
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Rockingham County has reached the end of its proposed book ban list
In the end, 38 books were pulled from the shelves.
2 weeks ago
Advocate says tariffs have started to affect Virginia farmers
"The president's tariffs are gambling with farmers' lives."
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Albemarle County has turned to an experienced interim registrar as early voting nears
Albemarle County's new interim registrar Debbie Wilson has been able to proverbially hit the ground running as her office prepares for in-person absentee voting to begin next week.
2 weeks ago
Albemarle planners defer large I-64/Rt 29 development decision until December
Evenly divided 3-to-3 on the proposal Riverbend Development submitted, for the southwest corner of the I-64/Route 29 interchange, the Albemarle County Planning Commission agreed Tuesday evening to defer a decision on the proposal until December 16.
2 weeks ago
Tourism brought in nearly $1 billion to the area in 2024
With dining leading the way, Albemarle and Charlottesville brought in nearly $1 billion in tourism in 2024.
2 weeks ago
Albemarle adds new search options in new GIS parcel viewer
As part of new GIS Viewer system Albemarle County implemented in July following the cyberattack shutdown, the county has added two new parcel filter tools to improve viewer experience.
2 weeks ago
Ronald McDonald House provides community for families at UVA Hospital
Since 1981, the Charlottsville Ronald McDonald House has provided support to the families of sick children.
2 weeks ago
Charlottesville Police to host Community Police Academy
The city's Community Police Academy gives everyday civilians the opportunity to receive training on the daily operations and functions of the department.
2 weeks ago
Suspects in custody after shooting at tow truck driver
Albemarle County Police have arrested two people after a tow truck driver reported being shot at early Tuesday morning.
2 weeks ago
State Senate leader tells Gov. Youngkin not to bother sending any more board appointments
The UVA Board of Visitors is meeting five members short of a full board, and it will stay that way for a while if the Senate Democratic leader gets his way.
2 weeks ago
UVA Health names Teresa L. Edwards interim hospital CEO
With the departure last week of UVA Hospital CEO Wendy Horton to UCSF, University of Virginia interim Vice President for Health Affairs Dr. Mitchell Rosner has named Teresa L. Edwards as interim CEO of the UVA hospital.
2 weeks ago
UVA BOV considers turning Oak Lawn over to Charlottesville schools
Still smarting from the federal government's awarding to UVA of the Federal Executive Institute property after initially awarding it to Charlottesville City Schools, the University of Virginia's Board of Visitors Friday considers turning over its Oak Lawn property in Fifeville to the city school system.
2 weeks ago
VCU polls shows Republicans making gains in statewide races
Democratic nominee Abigail Spanberger still holds a solid lead over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears in the race for Virginia governor, but that advantage has narrowed.
3 weeks ago
Nelson Co Sheriff seeks man on outstanding warrants
The Nelson County Sheriff is looking for a county resident on several outstanding warrants who frequents northern Nelson and southern Albemarle counties.
3 weeks ago
No millionaires, but nine Virginia Powerball players won more than chump change during Saturday’s drawing
Five won $100,000 with four players winning $50,000.
