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2 weeks ago
Tenaska to appeal Fluvanna Planning Commission denial
The Nebraska-based company said building a new power plant would advance the goals Fluvanna County stated in its comprehensive plan.
2 weeks ago
Virginia passes temporary Congressional redistricting
That issue will go before voters in the spring. Three other amendments that passed will appear on November ballots.
2 weeks ago
CPD seizes narcotics, a firearm and cash at the Greenstone on 5th neighborhood
Marcus Laman Turner was arrested without incident.
2 weeks ago
Legislators pushing four constitutional amendments through heading toward Spanberger inauguration
More than 11 years after the first same-sex couples were married in Charlottesville, the General Assembly is poised to make the right for consenting adults to marry one of four new amendments to the state constitution being rocketed both Democratic controlled chambers of the General Assembly.
2 weeks ago
Gov. Youngkin delivers his last State of the Commonwealth
The governor said that the state has more opportunities than ever before.
2 weeks ago
Preliminary DMV report shows approximate 15% decrease in fatal crashes in Virginia
Albemarle County, however, saw eight fatal accidents in 2025 compared to seven in 2024.
2 weeks ago
Pruitt campaign announces ‘Daily Quarters’
In the midst of momentum Tom Perriello has gained entering the 5th District Congressional primary for Democrats, Albemarle Scottsville Supervisor Mike Pruitt officially announced Tuesday a daily effort on social media from his days in the Navy.
2 weeks ago
Fluvanna Planning Commission decides new power plant not in substantial accord with Comprehensive Plan
Fluvanna County's Planning Commission Tuesday night by a three-to-one vote decided the proposed second Tenaska-owned natural gas-fueled electric power plant alongside its existing plant on Branch Road "is not in substantial accord with the (county) Comprehensive Plan".
2 weeks ago
Spanberger adding local flavor to Dept. of Education
The Governor-elect named Charlottesville City Schools graduate Jenna Conway to be the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, and the University of Virginia's Director for State Government Relations Connor Andrews as state Deputy Secretary of Education.
2 weeks ago
BRAFB receives 30,000 pounds of frozen meat
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' donation to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank translates to more than 90,000 servings.
2 weeks ago
FluCo Planning Commission to consider proposed power plant
Environmental and rural conservation groups are expected to pack into the Fluvanna County Planning Commission meeting Tuesday night as commissioners decide if the Tenaska Expedition Generation power plant expansion off Branch Road "is substantially in accord with the County's Comprehensive Plan."
3 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.
3 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.
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
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
Albemarle County names new Fire Rescue chief
David Puckett, who has 27 years of service at ACFR. starts Thursday.
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
Elkton woman charged with first degree murder
The two lived together but were not related.
4 weeks ago
Juandiego Wade chosen for second term as Charlottesville’s mayor
Natalie Oschrin will be the city's vice mayor.
4 weeks ago
Charlottesville man charged with armed robberies at Pantops Shopping Center
Stephen T. Agner, a 64-year-old convicted felon, is being held without bond.
