Roses closure prompts discussion about what’s next
The pending closure of Roses in the Pantops Shopping Center is the latest in the end of an era, as 20th-century commercial patterns continue to wane. A looming vacancy might […]
Albemarle putting finishing touches on plan to guide Woolen Mills future
The Albemarle Board of Supervisors is not likely to expand the county’s designated growth areas any time soon, so economic development officials have to make the most of what they […]
County school board interviews candidates for Rio District seat
At a special session on January 16, the Albemarle County School Board interviewed seven candidates to fill its Rio District seat, which is vacant following the death of Chuck Pace. […]
Tim Heaphy on the lessons of A12, January 6, and misinformation
In his new book Harbingers, Charlottesville resident Tim Heaphy outlines his work as the lead investigator of August 12, 2017, and January 6, 2021, and what the commonalities between the […]
Mental wellness days to take effect next school year
Charlottesville City Schools will have two mental wellness days each school year, beginning in 2025-26. “I know that it can be very difficult to find a moment’s rest during the […]
Reasons why a locally owned grocery store was forced to close
Charlottesville has its share of decades-old businesses that are locally owned and operated and insinuated into the fabric of the community. Unfortunately, in the coming weeks, it will have one […]
Albemarle County launches system to access plans under review
In any given year, Albemarle’s community development department processes thousands of documents that are used to determine what gets built throughout the county. As 2025 begins, the county has launched […]
Local organizations brace for impact of the incoming Trump administration
As the saying goes, “new year, new me,” but the United States is starting 2025 with a rerun: the inauguration of Donald Trump and a Republican majority in the U.S. […]
Two boutique hotels under new management, with 200 South Street Inn under renovation
A company that specializes in managing accommodations for area visitors is now overseeing two additional downtown properties. Stay Charlottesville now operates a six-room inn at 400 W. High St. as well […]
Two delegates gear up for reelection campaigns, Riggleman considers run
Ahead of the 2025 state legislative session, Dels. Katrina Callsen and Amy Laufer launched their respective reelection campaigns. Both Charlottesville-area delegates have been endorsed by state Democratic party leaders, including […]