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Stir well, slap lightly. Tips for making a mint julep worthy of the Kentucky Derby

Horses are poised, bets are on, hats are at the ready and the bourbon is standing by, ready to be poured into thousands of mint julep cocktails. It must be Kentucky Derby weekend.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Marathon milestone shattered: Sabastian Sawe breaks the fabled 2-hour barrier by 30 seconds

A pair of African distance runners took down what was once among the most unthinkable records in sports on Sunday, shattering the long-unapproachable two-hour barrier in the 26.2-mile (42.2-kilometer) marathon.

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18 hours ago in Sports

Broncos’ 2-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons retires after 32 interceptions in his 9-year career

Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons has retired following a nine-year career, including eight seasons with the Denver Broncos. The Broncos announced Simmons' retirement on Wednesday and noted the news came exactly 10 years after the team selected the safety in the third round from Boston College in 2016.

21 hours ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Local Sports

Aidan Peters Memorial Classic set to return to Disharoon Park

The high school baseball showcase will be raising funds to add field lights at Pen Park.

1 day ago in Sports

Wild going home against Stars with chance to advance in NHL playoffs for 1st time since 2015

Mats Zuccarello and the Minnesota Wild are now in the position that they try to be in every season in the NHL playoffs. Things feel a bit different now, with the Wild going home for Game 6 on Thursday night with a chance to eliminate the Dallas Stars and advance to the second round for the first time since 2015.

1 day ago in Sports

NCAA remains on track to expand to a 76-team March Madness bracket for next season

The NCAA is still deliberating expanding March Madness on both the men's and women's sides to 76 teams for next season — a much-expected development that's been in the works for years.

2 days ago in Sports

Thunder breeze through the first round for a 3rd straight year and brace for tougher games ahead

Oklahoma City's first-round dominance in the NBA playoffs continues. The road should get at least a little tougher in the coming weeks — but there's little doubt the defending champions are well-equipped to defend their title.

3 days ago in Sports

Paige Bueckers says it’s all business with Azzi Fudd as they try to win with the Dallas Wings

Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers said her relationship with teammate and fellow No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd will have no effect on what they do on the court as they try to turn around a franchise with a long history of losing.

3 days ago in Local Sports, Sports, UVA, UVA, UVA Sports

Wahoo Rundown: Smith throws no-hitter in rout of N.C. State

Women's lacrosse will miss the NCAA tournament for the first time since 1985.

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1 day ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Stir well, slap lightly. Tips for making a mint julep worthy of the Kentucky Derby

Horses are poised, bets are on, hats are at the ready and the bourbon is standing by, ready to be poured into thousands of mint julep cocktails. It must be Kentucky Derby weekend.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Is TMI really such a bad thing? Here’s the case for oversharing

Most people worry about the risks of oversharing, but in reality, opening up often builds trust and leads to stronger relationships. So, how do you know when it's TMI or if you're not sharing enough?

3 days ago in Lifestyle

College students wary of the job market are changing course in search of ‘AI-proof’ majors

Two years ago, Josephine Timperman arrived at college with a plan. She declared a major in business analytics, figuring she'd learn niche skills that would stand out on a resume and help land a good job after college. But the rise of artificial intelligence has scrambled those calculations.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails

Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection

Inviting friends and family members over for a celebration, holiday or routine dinner provides an opportunity for connection, but pressure to serve good-tasting food in a clean and welcoming environment can deter many people from hosting or prevent them from being fully present with their guests when they do.

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3 hours ago in Local

CANCELED: Statewide AMBER ALERT issued for abducted Norfolk child

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Missing person alert banner with two photos: left, suspect James Edward Lynch (35; 5'7", 140 lbs; black hair, brown eyes); right, victim Ziyon Isiyere Suzario Dagner (2; 3'11", 45 lbs; brown hair, brown eyes).

Looking for 2-year old Ziyon Isyiere Suzario Dagner,believed to have been abducted by James Edward Lynch,

14 hours ago in Business, Local, UVA

Virginia Guesthouse celebrates grand opening

The hotel opened its doors on April 6, and has been called a new front door for UVA.

21 hours ago in Albemarle County, Charlottesville City, Local, Local Sports

Aidan Peters Memorial Classic set to return to Disharoon Park

The high school baseball showcase will be raising funds to add field lights at Pen Park.

23 hours ago in Charlottesville City, Crime

CPD annual report: Reported drug overdoses decline in 2025

Drug overdoses are down but the Charlottesville police are focused on continuing to reduce the flow of drugs into the community and the criminal enterprise that surrounds it.

23 hours ago in Albemarle County, Local

Fire guts Hammocks Gap Rd. home

The three occupants of the home were able to escape without injury.

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36 minutes ago in National, Surrounding Counties

Gov. Spanberger to welcome King Charles III in Front Royal

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The town of Front Royal announced a parade as part of its celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary beginning at 10 a.m. on Main St. 

18 hours ago in National

US infant formula supply is ‘safe,’ FDA says after looking for potential contaminants

A new analysis of chemicals in U.S. infant formula found reassuringly low levels of heavy metals, pesticides and other potential contaminants, federal health officials said Wednesday.

18 hours ago in Entertainment

Josh O’Connor usually hates watching his movies for the first time. ‘Disclosure Day’ was different

Josh O'Connor heard a quote once that said that Steven Spielberg was like "the director of every child's imagination." The British actor may not have grown up in a moviegoing family, but he was still very aware the Spielberg thing as a '90s kid. It's just in our psyche, O'Connor told The Associated Press in a recent interview.

18 hours ago in Entertainment

Rachel Zegler to take her ‘Evita’ to Broadway in spring 2027

Fresh off her triumphant turn in London as Eva Perón, Rachel Zegler is taking her Argentine first lady to Broadway.

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