Piedmont Housing Alliance purchases MACAA site and prepares for construction
When Sunshine Mathon took the helm as executive director of the Piedmont Housing Alliance in August 2017, the entity managed about 350 affordable units. Since then, PHA has doubled that number through projects such as the redevelopment of Friendship Court into Kindlewood and construction of affordable rental units at...
Stuarts Draft Man Arrested Following High-Speed Police Chase
STAUNTON, Va. (WHSV) - According to Virginia State Police a Stuarts Draft man is in custody on several charges, after a police chase that began in Augusta County.
Virginia’s Johann Grünloh has career night against NC State
The UVA freshman moves into a tie for 7th most in a single game with Jason Clark, Chris Alexander and some guy named Ralph Sampson.
Local Boys & Girls Clubs select representative for Youth of the Year
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) — Monticello High School junior Ashley Cruz has been a part of the Boys & Girls Club at Southwood for 11 years. Now, she will represent not just the Southwood club, but the Boys & Girls Club of Central Virginia as a whole, as she was named the organization’s Youth of the Year...
UVA Health names Dr. Reid Adams as inaugural system-wide Chief Medical Officer
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) -As UVA Health continues to expand across Virginia, its leadership structure is expanding as well. The health system has named Doctor Reid Adams as its first-ever system-wide Chief Medical Officer. Adams is a longtime cancer surgeon and has most recently served as Chief Medical Officer for...
City Council agrees to minor zoning code changes, while some want major reform
When Charlottesville City Council adopted a new zoning code in December 2023, the intent was to streamline the development process to make it easier for new construction to get built. “As expected with any framework, we identified areas that need a refinement and over the past year, staff and the...
Two men in custody on charges tied to fatal Staunton shooting
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office announced it has two men in custody in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred last Wednesday on Maple Leaf Drive in the Staunton area of Augusta County. Agereon Dondell Price, 51, of Staunton, turned himself in...
NELSON : VSP Investigating Tuesday Night Crash On Route 29 Involving Car Under RV
“Virginia State Police is investigating a crash that occurred Monday (Feb. 23, 2026) at 6:50 p.m. on Thomas Nelson Highway (Route 29) in Nelson County. A 2014 Honda Accord was driving northbound on Route 29 at the intersection with Stevens Cove Road when it was unable to avoid a 2017 Jayco Senaca recreational...
ACPD arrests 17-year-old in connection to drive-by shooting
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) — Albemarle County Police have arrested a 17-year-old juvenile male on Monday in connection with a drive-by shooting that occurred on Jan. 16. He has been charged with three felonies; use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, malicious wounding and shooting...
Nominate Your Favorite MCHS Athletic Alumni Now
Madison County High School is excited to announce that it is now accepting nominations for the second Athletic Hall of Fame Class. “Do you know a former athlete or coach who made a lasting impact on MCHS athletics?” Athletic Director Tim Tryons said. “Help us honor the individuals who brought pride, excellence, and...
