UVA Health joins national sarcoidosis registry to improve treatment and research
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) -UVA Health is now part of a national sarcoidosis registry aimed at improving understanding of a complex immune disease that can affect nearly every organ in the body. Sarcoidosis most commonly affects the lungs but can also impact the heart, nervous system, and skin. Doctors say the...
School Board member pushes back on Commonwealth Attorney’s criticism
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Dr. Kate Acuff, the longest-tenured member of the Albemarle County School Board, responded Friday to comments made by a member of the Commonwealth Attorney’s office during a court appearance Thursday in which he cast aspersions on the school division. Chief Deputy Commonwealth’s
Charlie Obaugh acquires Campus Ford in Virginia
Charlie Obaugh Auto Group has acquired Campus Ford in Waynesboro, Virginia, from Matt McMurray. The transaction was announced in August 2026, with Performance Brokerage Services serving as the exclusive buy-side advisor. The acquisition adds Ford to Charlie Obaugh Auto Group’s brand portfolio and brings the group to si
Over 5,500 Central Virginia homes, businesses without power amid severe storms
Over 5,500 Central Virginia homes and businesses are without power Friday evening amid severe storms.
Tornado warning issued in Albemarle, other counties
A tornado warning was issued for Albemarle County and other nearby counties on Friday.
Co-owner of Ragged Mountain shop is walking 25 miles to support Innisfree Village
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The co-owner of Ragged Mountain Running Shop will walk 25 miles on Sunday, August 16 to raise money and awareness for Innisfree Village, a life-sharing community for adults with intellectual disabilities in Crozet. Audrey Sackson, who also serves on the Innisfree Village board, will begin
Rivanna Solid Waste Authority hosting 5 free fall drop-off events starting Sept. 12
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) -The Rivanna Solid Waste Authority is hosting five free drop-off events this fall for residents of Albemarle County, the City of Charlottesville, and the Town of Scottsville. Westley Kern, the authority’s communication and outreach coordinator, said the events are designed to reduce illegal
With guidance from Thoreau, UVA English class tackles ‘brain rot’
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - A term dominating social media has found its way into an English classroom at the University of Virginia — but not in the way most might expect. Assistant English Professor Piers Gelly designed a summer course inspired by the writings of Henry David Thoreau, who...
More Clouds, Showers and Storms Return Friday
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Friday brings more clouds, temperatures back in the 80s and a better chance for showers and storms. During the mid to late morning, a weakening cluster of showers and storms may impact the region. Afterwards, mostly cloudy to partly cloudy skies and then the redevelopment of a few storms.
Former Wisconsin CB Omillio Agard is already winning a starting job at Virginia
Former Wisconsin defensive back is earning a ton of praise in Virginia and may end up being an ACC starter.
