Biotech sector looks forward to continued expansion in Charlottesville area
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Biotech in the Charlottesville-area has grown at twice the speed of the national average, with a 23 percent increase in jobs since 2019. That’s according to a study conducted by CvilleBioHub. Now the group is looking ahead to even faster growth in the next few years, following...
Tree planting supports healthy parks in Charlottesville
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Building on two years of collaboration through the Rivanna Forest Restoration Project, the Rivanna Conservation Alliance hosted a workday on Saturday, December 20, to plant trees in Charlottesville and Albemarle parks. “It’s really important for people to know about these issues because...
The Maryland Plus/Minus: Virginia Runs Away from the Terps
Virginia welcomed old foes Maryland and Buzz Williams back to the JPJ by hanging them with an 80 – 72 defeat.
Orange County School Board shelves joining SBMA for now
Orange Schools Fully Accredited Towards the end of Monday’s meeting of the Orange County School Board, the four members once again delved into joining the School Board Member Alliance (SBMA). District 2 Member and Vice-Chair Darlene Dawson broached the subject, suggesting Orange might be able to secure a...
This Day in History: 13th Amendment abolishes slavery in the US
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Exactly 160 years ago on Dec. 18, 1865, the U.S. adopted the 13th Amendment, abolishing slavery.
First Alert: Gusting Wind & Falling Temperatures
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Good morning. It’s a rather wet start to the work and school day. Today is a First Alert Weather day for our region. Wind Advisories, and High Wind Warnings are currently in effect for portions of our region until tonight. Wind gusts are expected to be between 40 and 50 mph. Expect tough...
NERO: The University must modernize the Lawn room application process
Every February, a group of 54 students entering their final year of undergraduate studies are accepted to live on the Lawn. Living in one of these rooms is supposed to be a privilege due to the Lawn’s history and prominence in University life. Due to this prestige, the experience is offered to students who have...
Albemarle Planning Commission briefed on build-out analysis tool
Albemarle County’s updated Comprehensive Plan goes into effect on January 1, 2026, complete with language that contemplates an eventual expansion of where developers can build. “The County’s Growth Management Policy prioritizes building efficiently in Development Areas over expanding the current boundaries,” reads...
Public notice: Albemarle seeks taking of sliver of land for Library Road Extension
Virginia law requires the publication of certain notices in a “newspaper of record” as defined in state code. For a newsletter of third-party community engagement, this provides important insight to various things happening in the area. The Virginia General Assembly has recently passed legislation that would allow...
Fired Virginia Tech coach reportedly being hired at Big 12 school
Former Virginia Tech defensive coordinator Chris Marve is reportedly being hired as linebackers coach at Colorado under Deion Sanders.
