10 Free or Cheap Date Night Ideas in Charlottesville
Parents in Charlottesville often juggle busy schedules, but a night out doesn’t have to break the bank! Whether you’re looking for a romantic evening out or something fun and budget-friendly, there are many ways to have an inexpensive or even free date night in Charlottesville. Here are ten free or inexpensive ideas...
Albemarle EDA agrees to spend $500K on Boulders Road Extension
In recent years, Albemarle County has increased the amount of emphasis placed on economic development as a way to diversify the county’s resources. That includes four staff members who work on the topic, as well as a seven member Economic Development Authority that has some financial power. At their...
Fraternity and sorority recruitment sees influx in registration
The start of the spring semester marks the time for formal fraternity and sorority recruitment — a process which roughly 25 percent of the student body takes part in. This year, 1,100 undergraduate women registered to rush 13 sororities in the formal recruitment process, and 825 undergraduate men registered to rush...
Flucos Find Fun and Comfort in Snow Days
Following two days of heavy snow and ice, Jan. 24-25, Fluvanna was covered in 6-8 inches of what was quickly dubbed “snowcrete.” Flucos were put out of school for seven school days, two of which were considered remote learning, and even when students returned on Feb. 4, it was to an unprecedented three-hour delay...
Ask the expert: Understanding managed vs. unmanaged cat colonies
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – When people hear the phrase “cat colony,” they often imagine something informal or self-sustaining – cats living independently, largely taking care of themselves. In reality, there is a critical difference between managed and unmanaged colonies, and that difference directly...
10 Virginia Cheesesteak Joints That Keep Locals Coming Back
Think you need to cross state lines for a killer cheesesteak? Virginia’s got something to say about that. From beachside grills to mountain town hideaways, the Old Dominion has quietly built a reputation for slinging some seriously satisfying sandwiches that rival anything you’ll find up north. Locals know where to...
Charlottesville fills new Chief Strategy Officer role to improve planning and accountability
City officials say the role is designed to help connect priorities set by City Council and community input with measurable outcomes.
UVA pediatrician warns about AI use in kindergarten classrooms
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life and now appears in classrooms as early as kindergarten, prompting concerns from a University of Virginia pediatrician about how the technology could affect child development. Dr. Evan Anderson, an assistant professor of pediatrics...
Crews respond to structure fire at Buc-ees’s in Mount Crawford, cause of fire released
MOUNT CRAWFORD, Va. (WHSV) - Fire crews responded to a structure fire at the Buc-ee’s location in Mount Crawford on just after 9 p.m. on Friday evening. When firefighters arrived at the scene, they discovered smoke billowing from the building. Upon entering to investigate, crews found flames in the storeroom area....
Home sales increase with lower interest rates in Central Virginia
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Despite usually being a slower time for the real estate market, the fourth quarter of 2025 saw a 10% increase in home sales, according to the Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors 2025 Q4 Quarter Home Sales Report released Wednesday. “The market is kind...
