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1 week ago
Triple A: Plan a ‘get-home’ strategy before heading to a New Year’s Eve party
Some nuance this year to Triple A's annual New Year's Eve call not to drink and drive: Make your plan before you go out.
1 week ago
Spanberger chooses Counsel to Governor and Chief Diversity Officer
Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger named two key appointees in her upcoming Administration, one of whom will be Counsel to the Governor and the other named Chief Diversity Officer and Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
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Albemarle, Greene, Cville GO TEC gets $1-million state grant
Albemarle County Public Schools was named by Governor Youngkin's office the recipient of a share of $6.2-million worth of state Growth and Opportunity Virginia (or GO Virginia) grants.
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Flock CEO includes Charlottesville, Staunton in email blaming activists for cities dropping the company’s services
Charlottesville Police Chief Michael Kochis said Flock Safety's CEO sent an "unprofessional" email blaming activists for multiple departments' decisions to end their relationships with the company.
2 weeks ago
Reeves drops out of race to challenge Warner
The race for the Republican nomination has whittled down to three.
2 weeks ago
Survey finds hospital favorability strong, health and pharmaceutical companies not so much
An end-of-year survey done by Mason-Dixon Polling by the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association shows Charlottesville area and Shenandoah Valley residents with highly favorable views of hospital care they have received here, but highly unfavorable views of health insurance and pharmaceutical companies.
2 weeks ago
Wind advisory means possible power outages Monday
The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory Monday through 1 a.m. Tuesday.
2 weeks ago
Boil water advisory along 29 North lifted
Testing have shown the water to be safe, but ACSA recommends customers empty and clean any automatic ice makers and water chillers.
2 weeks ago
ACPD makes arrest following Christmas shooting
Roland Keith Shifflet, 46, has been charged with malicious wounding following Thursday night's shooting.
2 weeks ago
Albemarle tree recycling drop-off on through Jan. 18
The day after Christmas began Albemarle County Christmas tree recycling program through January 18.
2 weeks ago
Virginia among 22 states where raw oysters have led to salmonella poisoning
There have been incidences of salmonella reported in 22 states, including six in Virginia.
2 weeks ago
Kindlewood ‘at a crossroads’ with $3-million more needed in next city budget
City Manager Sam Sanders has told City Council the Kindlewood redevelopment project is "at a crossroads".
2 weeks ago
As 2026 approaches Albemarle County looks to streamline the process of development
Developers have complained about the inefficiency of the permitting and inspection process in Albemarle, and the county is investing in technology to do something about it.
2 weeks ago
UVA Health provides advice for managing grief during the holidays
Although many are celebrating the season, there are also those who are processing complex emotions around grief and loss who need support.
2 weeks ago
Santa’s reindeer get state permit to fly over Virginia
A major regulatory hurdle is cleared once again as Santa Claus is coming to town, arriving in Charlottesville on Christmas Eve with his nine reindeer.
2 weeks ago
Fluvanna Sheriffs investigating string of vehicle break-ins
Three suspects were seen in surveillance footage.
2 weeks ago
CPD and ACPD post holiday public safety messages
Albemarle and Charlottesville Police are putting out public safety notices with ACPD posting photos of suspects in recent larceny, shoplifting, or fraud cases reported at businesses across Albemarle County in the last quarter of 2025.
2 weeks ago
Two top student organizations condemn UVA BOV selecting President
UVA's student newspaper and its student council both criticized the "rushed" hiring of the university's new president.
2 weeks ago
Charlottesville’s regional economy remains resilient despite national concerns
Charlottesville's regional economy continues to outperform the national average and the rest of the state.
3 weeks ago
New UVA president Scott Beardsley shares private sector, education experiences
The University rolled out an introductory campaign for Beardsley, including a video.
