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Virginia Assembly

6 days ago

Judge issues injunction stopping VSP from enforcing July 1 assault weapons ban

Opponents of the Virginia statute argue that it is designed to limit gun ownership, not reduce crime.

Marvel Data Center in Culpeper Co

2 weeks ago

General Assembly overcomes data center impasse to advance state budget

While failing to repeal sales tax exemptions for data centers, new budget imposes electrical consumption tax for the facilities

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6 minutes ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Entertainment, Holiday Guide, Local, Surrounding Counties

Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks

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Firework bursting in a dark night sky with red, white, and blue sparks around a bright center.

If you're looking for a place to watch the fireworks, here are several options around the Charlottesville area.

21 minutes ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Entertainment, Food Scene, Holiday Guide, Local, Music Scene, Surrounding Counties

Independence Day Celebration Guide

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American flag on a pole waved at an outdoor gathering with people blurred in the background

Here's your guide to everything that's happening in and around Central Virginia for Independence Day fun.

1 hour ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Surrounding Counties, UVA

Local health providers urge caution against burns and smoke with home fireworks

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UVA Health advises being wary of potential burns, and the American Lung Association advises against breathing the smoke.

14 hours ago in Albemarle County, Education, Local

ACPS to appoint interim principal at Hollymead

School Board meeting 6/11

ACPS Acting Superintendent Chandra Hayes asked for input from the Hollymead community in an email on Thursday.

14 hours ago in Business, Charlottesville City, Local

SUV strikes power line, knocks out power at Barracks Road

Barracks Accident 7/2

An SUV struck a Dominion Power line on Barracks Road and caused nearly 1,000 customers to lose power.