Three Central Virginia projects receive $500,000 to build, repair trails
Three Central Virginia projects will receive $500,000 under a matching reimbursement program to rehabilitate recreational trails and facilities.
Construction to start this week on roundabout at Route 53 and Route 20
Another conversion of a signalized traffic light to a roundabout will get under construction this week in Albemarle County. This time the location is the intersection of two Virginia highways southeast of Downtown Charlottesville. “This project will convert the existing signalized intersection at Route 20 and Route 53
An Unexpected End to the Lars Tiffany Era
After taking charge of the UVA men’s lacrosse program in 2016, Lars Tiffany became one of the most successful coaches on Grounds. Inheriting the team from UVA legend Dom Starsia, coach of 24 years and four-time national champion, Tiffany had big shoes to fill. Tiffany led the Cavaliers to...
Attendees voice opposition to proposed Dominion-NextEra merger at Charlottesville town hall
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) -Lieutenant Governor Ghazala Hashmi held her third community town hall on the proposed NextEra takeover of Dominion Energy Monday night, with attendees voicing unanimous opposition to the $67 billion merger. “I will just say it on record, stop the acquisition,” said Del. Katrina Callsen, D-5
Plenty Of Sun, Lowering Humidity
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Good morning. A cold front is to our east. High pressure is building in from the north. We’ll see partly to mostly sunny sky and near seasonal temperatures this afternoon. A northerly breeze will lower humidity levels throughout the day. Tuesday is expected to be the pick of the week, feat
The biggest decision Tony Elliott got right against Norfolk State
On paper, Friday’s game between Virginia and Norfolk State was a typical blowout. The Cavaliers have superior talent and simply bulldozed their way past an FCS
Albemarle schools identify more than $500 million in building needs ahead of sales tax...
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - Albemarle County Public Schools has identified more than $500 million in school building needs, ranging from a new high school to updates inside existing classrooms. “Albemarle County Public Schools has a number of projects and needs that they’ve identified,” said Jason Grant. The...
Waynesboro man dies in single-vehicle crash in Greene County
GREENE COUNTY, VA (Rocktown Now) — Virginia State Police (VSP) is investigating a fatal single vehicle crash involving a motorcycle that occurred yesterday, September 13, 2026, at 11:13 a.m. on Spotswood Trail in Greene County. VSP Spokesperson Matt Demlein reports that a 2003 Harley-Davidson motorcycle was heading eas
Conmole cooks up the perfect evening out
Editor's note: The author of this article is over the age of 21. As a fourth-year student grappling with my encroaching departure from Charlottesville, it is my goal to experience as much of the city as possible before May comes around — including the dozens of highly praised restaurants within city limits.
Craftspeople help build Orange Baptist Church pavilion
ORANGE, Va. (WVIR) - About 50 craftspeople from across North America are teaming up with a local church to build a traditional timber frame pavilion. Orange Baptist Church has been working on the project for about 20 years. Pastor Alan Miller said the pavilion will allow the church to offer...
