In brief 10/30/2024
Roll it back On October 27, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court ruling ordering the Youngkin administration to add more than 1,500 Virginians back onto voter […]
A local guide to voting in this year’s non-presidential races
It’s election season, and presidential candidates aren’t the only ones vying for your vote. From the federal to the local level, here are some of the other candidates Charlottesville-area voters […]
Another mixed-use project hopes to build more homes, less space for business
When Albemarle supervisors approved a rezoning of 277 acres north of Polo Grounds Road in November 2016, Riverbend Development got the green light to build up to 1,550 residential units […]
Tim Kaine and Hung Cao talk policy and priorities
Virginia is one of 33 states with a U.S. Senate seat up for grabs this November. Two-term incumbent Tim Kaine (D) faces a challenge from former navy Captain Hung Cao […]
In brief 10/23/2024
Off court Tony Bennett retired as head coach of the University of Virginia men’s basketball team after leading the program for 15 years. UVA announced Bennett’s immediate retirement on October […]
Democratic candidate Gloria Witt on her priorities, platform, and opponent
Voters in Virginia’s 5th District will choose a new congressional representative come November 5, with Democrat Gloria Witt and Republican John McGuire vying for the seat. Ahead of Election Day, […]
The buzz on a Buckingham County solar farm
As part of its effort to go green, Dominion Energy is exploring the potential for honey-bee hives on solar farms through a pilot program at Black Bear Solar in Buckingham […]
Albemarle supes resume Comprehensive Plan review with discussion of growth area
A delay in the completion of a new comprehensive plan for Albemarle County means adoption won’t happen until at least summer 2025, a time when half of the Board of […]
City of Promise’s Price Thomas talks about his hopes for the nonprofit
As the executive director of City of Promise, Price Thomas is working to improve education access in Charlottesville. But for the born-and-raised local, this job is more than a profession—it’s […]
Five-unit Venable apartment building to be replaced with nine-dwelling structure
The future of land use in Charlottesville will be determined parcel by parcel as property owners make decisions about whether they will build units that are required to be sold […]