Hidden gems of the 2025 Virginia Film Festival to add to your watchlist
The 38th annual Virginia Film Festival brought a taste of world cinema to Charlottesville from Oct. 22 through Oct. 26. Over the course of the festival, more than 100 films screened around the City, giving University students and local community members an early look at some of the year’s most anticipated films.
3 physician lawsuits in 1 month
Here are three lawsuits involving physicians and physician groups Becker’s has reported on in the last month:. 1. Three former leaders and three physicians at Charlottesville, Va.-based UVA Health are being sued for alleged retaliation and fraud in a lawsuit filed Oct. 3 in the U.S. District Court for the Western...
TJPDC to discuss dissolution of RTP now that CARTA exists
Tomorrow’s elections could mean new members in the near future for the Board of Commissioners of the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission. The regional body is made up of people from the six localities and they meet once a month at the TJPDC headquarters at 407 Water Street with the next meeting coming up...
No Injuries Reported At Fiery Crash On Orange Road
A single-vehicle fiery crash in the 3200 block of Orange Road, Wednesday evening, left the highway blocked for several hours as first responders worked the scene, extinguished the fire, and removed the overturned, burned-out vehicle. The vehicle went off the road, flipped, and caught fire. The single occupant...
Country Music Casualty: The Tortured Life and Untimely Death of Luke Bell
Carol Bell wasn’t going to miss watching her son Luke open for Dwight Yoakam, even if it meant leaving her sick husband at home and flying across the country from Wyoming to Charlottesville, Virginia. Though Luke had been getting some traction around Nashville for the album he self-released in 2014, it was when he...
AccuWeather: First chance of snow possible in Virginia next week
It may not be time to break out the snow shovels just yet, but the Shenandoah Valley does have its first chance of snow next week. On Monday night, AccuWeather is calling for 0.6” of snow in Waynesboro and Staunton, according to its weather app. Senior Meteorologist Thomas Kines...
Why Vocelli Pizza Is a Charlottesville Favorite for Fresh, Flavorful Pizza
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Whether you’re craving a classic pepperoni or a gourmet creation piled high with fresh vegetables and artisan cheese, Vocelli Pizza of Charlottesville delivers more than just a quick meal — it’s a community favorite known for quality, consistency and crave-worthy flavor. A Recipe...
Final beam raised at Albemarle Career Exploration Academy
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) -Construction reached a major milestone at the new Albemarle Career Exploration (ACE) Academy on Lambs Lane. Crews raised the final steel beam into place — marking the topping out of the 60,000-square-foot facility. The new campus will serve as a hub for hands-on learning, designed...
Thanksgiving Traditions in Charlottesville: Festivities for the Whole Family
Thanksgiving events in Charlottesville are filled with joy, gratitude, and community, bringing friends and families together for unique local traditions. From vibrant fun runs to tree lightings, there’s no shortage of activities that capture the holiday spirit. Let’s dive into some beloved Thanksgiving and early...
UVA Law Celebrates its First Filipino American History Month
On October 30, the Law School came together in Spies Garden to celebrate its first-ever Filipino American History Month!. Hosted by the Asian Pacific American Law Students Association (APALSA), the event invited students, faculty, and staff to enjoy Filipino food and culture in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Guests...

















