Best of C-VILLE voting is now open!
You nominated more than 450 of your favorite Charlottesville people, places and things in the Best of C-VILLE primaries. Now, vote the best of the best into the winners’ circle. Go to c-ville.com/vote to cast your final vote from now until midnight on Saturday, July 2. Log in and you can track the progress of […]
In brief: Sex trafficking, how to scare politicians and more
Charges filed under new sex trafficking law Quincy Edwards, 33, was indicted on 10 counts June 6 related to human trafficking for threatening and intimidating a victim into prostitution at the Royal Inn Hotel, the first time those charges have been brought in Albemarle. He also was charged with extortion, abduction and use of a […]
Living Picks: To-do this week
Family The Habitat Store’s 13th birthday Bring your family for live music, food trucks, special sales and kids activities on the front porch in celebration of 13 years of donors, customers and volunteers. Saturday 6/11. Free, 9am-5pm. The Habitat Store, 1221 Harris St. 293-6331. Nonprofit LOOK3 Festival of the Photograph Join festivalgoers in celebrating the […]
In brief: Terry’s bad week, lots of dog poop and more
Worst gubernatorial week in Richmond Terry McAuliffe learned May 23 he’s under investigation by the FBI for what was first reported as donations from a Chinese businessman and later for business dealings under the infrequently prosecuted Foreign Agents Registration Act. General Assembly Republicans also sued to overturn his order restoring voting rights for 206,000 felons. […]
Living Picks: To-do this week
Family The Trail at Monticello Community Celebration Join fellow trail-lovers for a morning of hiking, music and a dedication in memory of former trail manager Jason Stevens. Saturday, 6/4. Free, 9am-noon. Monticello, 931 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy. 984-9800. Nonprofit Celebration of Strong Nonprofits Celebrate more than 110 nonprofit, business and community leaders with an evening of food, fresh air […]
For pets’ sake! What it’s like to raise a furry (or scaly) family in Charlottesville
Being a pet owner is no easy feat; it’s a constant responsibility that rewards us in scratched furniture, ripped up rolls of toilet paper and unexpected visits to the vet. And, okay, constant companionship and entertainment. In this issue, we cover the good, the bad and the ugly of owning a furry (or scaly!) friend —from dog […]
Living Picks: To-do this week
Family Bike-In Movie Night Charlottesville Community Bikes concludes National Bike Month with a “bike-in” screening of Premium Rush, an action film about a bicycle messenger caught in a precarious situation in New York City. Wednesday, 5/25. Free, 8:30pm. Champion Brewing Company, 324 Sixth St. SE. cvillecommunitybikes.com. Nonprofit Memorial Sunday Tribute This tribute to local fallen […]
Adventure time! Family-friendly ways to heat up your summer fun
What are you and your kids up to this summer? Registration for camps and other programs have been open since the beginning of the year, but if you haven’t committed to anything yet, hey, no judgment here. We’re lucky enough to live in an area that embraces education, adventure and confidence—you know, all those things […]
Life lessons: Road warrior Lulu Wood gets behind the wheel
Teens these days don’t have it easy—at least when it comes to getting a driver’s license. Kids under the age of 19 are required to complete a 30-hour driving course, 45 hours of supervised driving with a parent and a 14-session driver’s education course. Lulu Wood, 16, recently crossed the finish line—completing her last course […]