Match made
When John Neal’s son joined Charlottesville High School’s tennis team, the local father of two agreed to help out during practices, thinking he’d use his own experience and love of […]
Striking tone
Lewis Nelson needed some peace in his life. He says he’d “gone through a rough time” after two tours in Iraq with the U.S. Army, and three deployments to Afghanistan […]
Growing momentum
After more than a decade of planning, fundraising, and community conversations, the future botanical garden at McIntire Park is starting to feel less like an idea and more like an […]
Big smiles
At Weiler Orthodontics and Invisalign, starting orthodontic treatment now comes with an unexpected perk: a new pair of Nike shoes. The Braces for Laces program offers families a tangible kickoff […]
Freedom of nutrition
Neal Piper watched his son Noah trying to play with his twin sister and thought there had to be a better way. Noah was diagnosed with cancer when he was […]
Sweat lodging
Perspire with pals at the Rivanna River Co.’s Riversong saunas. Participants can book 90-minute schvitz sessions in one of a pair of wood-fired steam rooms. Bathing suits are mandatory for […]