Augusta County man sentenced after violating probation in hitman case
STAUNTON — A local man sentenced to 16 years in prison in 2010 after trying to hire a hitman to kill a couple is headed back to prison after he recently contacted a family member of one of the victims. On Jan. 23 in Augusta County Circuit Court, Judge Shannon Sherrill sentenced 74-year-old Thomas J. Laguardia Sr. to...
In solidarity with Minneapolis, Charlottesville protesters target Target
Charlottesville residents rallied Friday evening in solidarity with those in Minneapolis, where thousands took to the streets over immigration enforcement actions. WMRA’s Anjoleigh Schindler reports. (sound of protesters singing) About 70 people gathered Friday evening outside the Target on Route 29 in...
High Schoolers in Virgina rebuild old cars to gift single moms life-changing reliable rides
In central Virginia, a group of teenagers is quietly reshaping what a high school auto shop can mean for a community. Instead of just learning to change oil or swap brake pads, students are rebuilding donated cars and handing the keys to single mothers who have been living one breakdown away from crisis. The...
Curbside Trash and Recycling Schedule Update
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Due to the inclement weather forecasted, curbside trash and recycling routes will not be collected on January 25th and January 26th. Pending conditions, residential and collections and the Uptown/Downtown route are projected to resume one day behind schedule on Tuesday January 27th with a two...
This Restaurant In Virginia Is Hidden Inside A Historic Train Station
Ever stumbled upon a place that makes you feel like you’ve traveled back in time? Tucked away in the heart of Virginia sits The Depot Grille, a restaurant that lives inside an actual historic train station. This isn’t your average dining spot where you grab a quick bite and...
Snow and sleet linger as slick conditions continue across Charlottesville area
Winter weather that moved into Central Virginia overnight continued to blanket the ground through the day.
Ahead of the storm, business as usual at Charlottesville’s Waffle House
The National Weather Service issued a warning on Jan. 23 to expect a “significant, long-duration winter storm” with heavy snow, sleet, freezing rain and arctic temperatures. Despite forecasts, closures and a state of emergency announcement, as Virginia prepares for the winter storm, one Charlottesville resident...
Federal Judge Orders Trial for Lawsuit Against Augusta County Deputies, Dismisses Sheriff From Suit
Written by: Sam OrlandoAugusta County Sheriff's Office Legal Woes GrowCHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA – The legal woes of the Augusta County Sheriff's Office keep growing. A lawsuit...
Charlottesville photographer honors formerly enslaved people
A photographer in Charlottesville is honoring the legacy of formerly enslaved people with her latest display at Unity Church.Story continues
Virginia Holds Off Hofstra for 11-9 Win, Completes Series Sweep
Two of the three games required the Cavaliers to sweat it out to the finish line, but Virginia got the job done and...
