Charlottesville VA

Virginia is undefeated in the ACC, but its playoff aspirations just took a huge hit with quarterback Chandler Morris going down in the first half against Wake Forest. Morris, who was guiding the Cavaliers’ offense in a tight battle for ACC supremacy, was hit and left the game in the second quarter. While the injury...

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Charlottesville’s Toy Lift has started accepting early donations for this year’s drive. “I see the kids it impacts,” said Meg Franco, director of community events for Charlottesville’s Toy Lift. “I’m just so grateful that our community supports that; I think it’s a great way to pull our...

The Jefferson Scholars Foundation has slowly been accumulating property along Maury Avenue just south of the University of Virginia’s central campus. If you look at the city’s property records, you’ll find that the entity owns both 100 Clarke Court and 112 Clarke Court which means they are the sole property owner...

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - New data from the Virginia Public Access Project shows voter turnout varied significantly by neighboring localities in the Charlottesville area. Overall, more than 53% of eligible voters cast ballots. The turnout represents the second highest for a gubernatorial race in more than two...

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Construction officially kicked off this week at the Virginia Institute of Autism’s new Webb building, home of the future James C. Hormel Day School. The expansion will include new classrooms, an all-abilities gym and outdoor space, and a multi-sensory arts and music room. The Hormel...

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - For 71-year-old John Kelch of Ruckersville, one final dental appointment marked the end of a long road — and the beginning of something new. Kelch, a U.S. Army and Navy Veteran, served nearly two decades in uniform. Years later, a truck accident knocked out most of his front teeth —...

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - At Tonsler Park, surrounded by flying footballs and cheering teammates, Jessica Carter’s mission comes to life. Born and raised in Charlottesville, Carter turned her own experience in athletics into a movement that is now being recognized on a national stage. Carter is the founder of...

ALBEMARLE COUNTY, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The Albemarle County Police Department is asking for help in finding a missing woman. ACPD says that Ashley Watkins, 43, was last seen at her home on the 900 block of Quail Ridge Circle in Earlysville early Friday morning. Watkins is a...

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Dozens of tents now line the Rivanna Trail near Free Bridge, marking an increase from the encampment size seen two months ago. Charlottesville City workers relocated an encampment from under Free Bridge in August, citing safety concerns with flooding along the Rivanna. That area under...

With the holidays approaching, it’s time to introduce some new Staunton businesses to the local community. Whether you’re looking for a new place to shop, toast, dine, or create, there are several exciting options that have recently opened their doors. Take a walk downtown to enjoy the holiday cheer and celebrate...