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2 weeks ago

UVA infectious disease specialist has eye on three viruses in 2026

Dr. Peter Jackson published an article in the online researcher journal The Conversation, highlighting the data and risks behind avian influenza, M-pox and the Oropouche virus.

2 weeks ago

Charlottesville Free Clinic preparing for a 2026 patient surge

The Charlottesville Free Clinic announced Monday it is bracing for a significant increase in patient demand as federal changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies and Medicaid funding take effect, resulting in thousands of local residents losing or facing barriers to affordable health coverage.

2 weeks ago

UVA Health Medical Center again in Becker’s “100 Great Hospitals in America”

Changes in leadership did not affect UVA Health University Medical Center's status is they remained one of two Virginia hospitals among the Becker's Hospital Review list of "100 Great Hospitals in America: 2025".

3 weeks ago

City Manager using Monopoly money to demonstrate spending real money

Charlottesville's City Manager has scheduled three community budget forums in the next week where people will use fake money instructing them how real money is spent.

3 weeks ago

Former UVA legal counsel believes Scott Beardsley could have a short Presidency

"It could be that President Beardsley is only there for a short period of time," said former University of Virginia chief legal counsel Tim Heaphy Friday morning on NewsRadio WINA.

3 weeks ago

Albemarle County sees drop in criminal activity

Police Chief Sean Reeves credits partnerships with the Charlottesville PD, VSP, and UVA PD.

3 weeks ago

ACPD makes arrest in Mallside shooting

Mark A. Murphy Jr. is being held without bond.

3 weeks ago

Augusta deputies “justified” in shootings that killed Parkersburg Turnpike suspect Dec. 17

The Augusta County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office has determined the Dec. 17 shooting death of a suspect by a county deputy were "actions... not only justified, but entirely necessary".

3 weeks ago

Staffing and phased zones top priorities for ACFR’s new chief

New ACFR chief David Puckett said he'll rely on the third-party report that examined staffing issues and response times for the department.

3 weeks ago

Albemarle County names new Fire Rescue chief

David Puckett, who has 27 years of service at ACFR. starts Thursday.

3 weeks ago

New license plate scanning parking garage system raises City Councilor concerns

The new paperless downtown parking garage payment system has raised serious concerns among City Councilors as evidenced by a nearly one-hour discussion at the first meeting of 2026.

3 weeks ago

City advises of JPA and Stadium Road closures Jan. through March

The City of Charlottesville has advised about four road closings to come from January through March at Jefferson Park Avenue and Stadium Road.

3 weeks ago

UVA RAM seeks volunteers for March Fishersville free clinic

Remote Area Medical, or RAM, is looking for volunteers to provide free medical, dental, and vision care at an upcoming clinic March 21-22 in Fishersville.

3 weeks ago