Rivanna Master Naturalists gear up for 2014 training

Starting in February, two dozen locals will give their Tuesday nights over to the study of rocks, plants, and birds—and together will pledge to devote nearly 1,000 hours annually to environmental study and education. They’ll be 2014’s class of Rivanna Master Naturalists, the newest members of a statewide corps of highly trained volunteers. Charlottesville is […]

Odd Dominion: A surprise legislative retirement opens up a battlefield

Well, it looks like Virginia’s status as the most schizophrenic political state in the nation continues apace. With Republican Mark Obenshain finally conceding the Attorney General’s race to Mark Herring, Old Dominion Democrats now control all five of Virginia’s statewide elected positions for the first time in over 40 years. And yet, at the same […]

The next food fight: Local church focuses on education instead of can drive

Canned ravioli, instant cups of soup, and microwaveable chicken dinners are a fixture in the kitchens of people who can’t afford to buy food. They’re free from food banks and charity distribution programs, because they’re easy to prepare and don’t go bad. But they’re not the most nutritious meals, and their sugar content and preservatives […]

2013 in numbers: A look back at how the year added up

 The year in living… 6 Chefs moved from one restaurant to another   Musical chefs, anyone? Charlottesville’s food and drink scene is ever changing, and this year, at least half a dozen chefs switched kitchens. Renowned sushi chef Hihishiro Tauchi left Ten to open Kokoro, Curtis Shaver swapped his post at Duner’s for one at […]

Education beat: CATEC looks to add pre-K, plans for the future

In the coming years, the Charlottesville Albemarle Technical Education Center (CATEC) might welcome students who have yet to reach high school. During a strategic plan work session Tuesday, the CATEC Board approved Director Adam Hastings’ request to conduct a feasibility study about starting a preschool teacher training program at the regional center. “So far our […]

What’s happening in Charlottesville-Albemarle the week of December 23?

Each week, the news team takes a look at upcoming meetings and events in Charlottesville and Albemarle we think you should know about. Consider it a look into our datebook, and be sure to share newsworthy happenings in the comments section. The Albemarle County Historic Preservation Committee meets from 4:30-5:30pm Monday, December 23 in Conference Room […]