Charlottesville VA

Considering pet adoption? Or perhaps you just enjoy all things cute and cuddly? Numerous charming pets are ready for a loving home at animal shelters situated in and near charlottesville.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The Salvation Army hosted a free community dinner from 2 to 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. The meal was open to anyone who needed a hot plate or a little holiday comfort, organizers said. Organizers said it’s about connection. They see families, seniors and neighbors...

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Shoppers are buying their last minute items as they prepare for their Thanksgiving meals. Marie Riggins forgot a few items; cranberry sauce, green beans and an onion. Thanksgiving is special to Riggins. “It was my mother’s favorite holiday, she’s passed now, but I’m here to celebrate...

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Thanksgiving morning in Keswick began the same way it has for generations — with riders forming a line on the lawn at Grace Episcopal Church and a pack of hounds gathering at their feet. The church hosted its annual Blessing of the Hounds, a tradition...

For several years during the infancy of Blue Ridge Life Magazine (back then Nelson County Life) Earl Hamner wrote poems and stories for us that we luckily got to include in the pages of the magazine. We remained dear friends with Earl until his death back in March of 2016.

In the quiet hours of the morning, a disturbance has been causing unrest among the residents of the area near S New Street and Beverley. A man, known for his loud and often vulgar outbursts, has been causing a stir with his nocturnal shouting. The most recent incident involved him demanding money from someone named...

In a recent social media post, a community member expressed their desire to donate books to neighborhood lending libraries. These libraries, often small, homemade kiosks, are scattered throughout neighborhoods, providing free access to books for residents. The individual asked for addresses of these tiny libraries in...

HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — UPDATE: First responders have cleared the scene, and the police presence has ended. The Harrisonburg Police Department (HPD) announced there is heavy police presence on University Boulevard near the arboretum as officers respond to a call in the area. In a post on the...

The Albemarle County Police Department recently announced a series of promotions and recognized officers for lifesaving actions. The announcement was made in late November 2025 in Albemarle County, Virginia.

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Charlottesville will host its Grand Illumination on Friday, December 5, but attendees should expect new safety policies for the beloved Christmas tradition that has run for almost three decades. Those restrictions include:. No firearms, knives, or weapons allowed. No plastic or glass...