Charlottesville VA

Curious Commonwealth asked: What’s being done to manage tree of heaven?. Ailanthus altissima — an invasive species commonly known as tree of heaven — will grow just about anywhere it has sun. It’s good at growing in disturbed soil where other plants struggle, taking root before native species have the chance. And its r

Saturday mornings are for slowing down. A cup of coffee, a stroll through town, and a basket to fill with whatever looks good. Virginia has farmers markets that are worth spending a slow Saturday morning exploring, places where you can talk to the people who grew your food and discover something new. Some are large, wi

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Police officers, firefighters and members of the public gathered at Mission BBQ on Friday to honor those who lost their lives in the September 11 attacks. Emergency vehicles filled the parking lot as Charlottesville police and firefighters joined agencies from across the surrounding area f

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Some 50 people gathered in the atrium of Charlottesville Fire Station 10 on Fontaine Ave. for a 25th anniversary remembrance of Sept. 11, 2001. Artifacts from all three sites involved in the terrorist attacks are displayed in the station’s lobby and plans were announced to turn

Her tears flowed Wednesday night when Greene County Public Schools Superintendent Andrea Whitmarsh, EdD, announced her retirement effective April 1, ending a 14-year run leading the division.  The decision starts a major leadership transition for the school system as the school board prepares to search for her replacem

Get ready for a night filled with nonstop laughs! WINA has your chance to win a pair of tickets to see the hilarious Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias live at John Paul Jones Arena on Saturday, October 17!. Known for his unforgettable stories, hilarious characters, and signature “Fluffy” style, Gabriel...

A two-day wellness event is returning to give adults and students opportunities to focus on their mental, physical, emotional and financial well-being.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - What started as just an idea to support immigrant communities has blossomed into a full campaign for a coalition of nonprofits in Central Virginia. Sin Barreras, Indivisible Charlottesville, Keep Going Together, the Central Virginia Community Support Fund and the Legal Aid Justice Center a

There is always a lot happening in Crozet. Some of it seemingly small, some of it incrementally significant. A note: make sure you’re registered to vote — Vote.gov. Albemarle supervisors approve 18-unit development in Crozet over local opposition. More housing and trails are good. The No. 1 objective...

An enrollment and student yield study conducted over the past several months by Fairfax-based Woolpert has determined Greene County School Board members and the county needs to highly consider building additional classroom space for K-12 students.  Student enrollment could increase by half in the next decade; Woolpert