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The Gigantic Antique Store In Virginia Where All Your Treasure-Hunting Dreams Come True

Kenny Ball Antiques in Charlottesville isn’t just a store—it’s a portal to other times and places, disguised as a charming brick building in the heart of Virginia. Every visit feels like embarking on a treasure hunt where X marks literally hundreds of spots. The moment you step...
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Gordon Sterling and The People at Rapture 8/23

The lyrics may be seriously connected to societal concerns, but the bluesy, high-energy funk from Gordon Sterling and The People tells you that this Washington, D.C., sextet comes to town to get down. It’s easy to get caught up in the hip-swingin’ freedom of the group’s groovy dance numbers—and Sterling’s charismatic...
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Despite zoning uncertainty, development planning continues

On Friday, August 22, Charlottesville Circuit Court Judge Claude Worrell will issue a written opinion on whether he will reconsider a motion of default judgment that threw out the city’s zoning code. On August 13, he hinted he would not, but also gave the city’s attorneys a chance to explain what their defense would...
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Virginia Woman Sentenced After Boyfriend Killed Former Best Friend, Pleads Guilty to First-Degree Murder

Staunton, VA – Kaylee Turner, 21, has been sentenced after pleading guilty to first-degree murder in connection with the shooting death of Seth Wallace, the former best friend of her boyfriend, Dustin Dove. Turner entered her plea just hours after Dove, 24, received a life sentence for the murder.
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Majority of households in Charlottesville struggle with cost of living

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Charlottesville’s Strategic Outcome Area Report for Economic Prosperity shows that more than half of households in the city are struggling to afford the cost of living, and city-wide initiatives are working to address those struggles. “I think we need to get to a place where...
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Downtown Mall eatery expands location and offerings

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Baggby’s has expanded, adding a new segment to their sandwich shop after decades of being on the Downtown Mall. The business has taken over the lease of the Blue Ridge Country Store next door. The new space offers locally-roasted, veteran-owned coffee, plus a create-your-own salad...
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911 dispatch training for Charlottesville, UVA and Albemarle County

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The 10th class of the public safety Communication officer Academy began last week. Training for those on the other side of the phone can be difficult. With lots of memorization and learning how to handle tough situations. “Were doing presentations throughout the day and then well...
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11-story student housing may be coming to Charlottesville

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Discussion of an 11-story budling, that will serve as University of Virginia student housing, is being made. A Texas-based company is looking to put this building in place of a former “Cupcakery.”. The building is said to be between the Standard Apartments and the Drewary...
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Nelson County dissolves Social Services board, shifts duties to county administrator

NELSON COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — The Department of Social Services Board is dissolved effective immediately, according to the Nelson County Board of Supervisors. They dissolved the DSS Board during a Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday. The Board of Supervisors said the responsibilities will now go to the Nelson...
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City awaits new charging plan as EVgo shutters most of its local stations

Electric vehicle ownership is on the rise in Charlottesville. But despite the increased demand for public charging stations, two of three EVgo locations in the city have been decommissioned. After quietly disabling the Barracks Road Shopping Center and Water Street parking garage locations weeks ago, EVgo confirmed...

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