October 1, 2025: City Manager Sanders shakes up Charlottesville’s leadership

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October begins with slightly less sunlight than the day before as the tree canopy continues its transition from vibrancy to somber reminder of times gone by. More and more homes are festooned with decorations for the holiday that concludes the month as people seek comfort where they can. Charlottesville Community Engagement too begins to settle into a fall routine, seeking to gather as many acorns as possible for an uncertain winter. I’m Sean Tubbs, urging you to continue to pay attention and think for yourself.

In today’s installment:
  • The federal government remains in shutdown mode following another pair of failed votes today

  • Charlottesville City Manager Sam Sanders announces a reorganization of his leadership team

  • Overnight shutdowns of U.S. 29 / 250 bypass planned for this weekend were already scheduled before bridge construction was damaged on Monday

  • Officials from Charlottesville and Staunton get together to talk transportation and learn more about the Afton Express

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