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A local alt-folk cellist looks to ditch the Civic for biodiesel

An offer refused–and refused again.

Shopping for a rug proves an exercise in toxin management.

With a potential expiration date for the group’s camping permit looming (November 26), Occupiers have decided to lobby City Council for an extension.

The pause that refreshes. Put a nickel in the machine and out popped a shapely bottle of tasty effervescence. A few gulps and you were on your way. It was a Coke and it was six ounces.

WHEREAS, the first permanent English speaking settlement in the New World was established in Virginia at Jamestown in 1607, as Captain John Smith led a group of settlers across the Atlantic on a voyage that would entail much hardship over the coming years, including disease and starvation; and

When discussing personal investments, stocks, bonds and 401(k)s come to mind. It’s true—these are definitely considered investments, but the largest investment that an American family has tends to be their home. The difference between your home’s current value and the balance of any liens against it represents your home’s equity. It is this equity that […]

On a map of Charlottesville, West Main Street lies smack in the middle of the city. For almost two centuries, this central location has attracted commerce, and it flourished in two waves. A third wave is currently rising in hotels and dining, or what is called the hospitality industry. A local business association has even […]

The Charlottesville Mural Project  The Charlottesville Mural Project (CMP)  held a dedication ceremony for its first mural at the IX warehouse by local artist Avery Lawrence in an ongoing campaign to showcase the talents of artists and designers while creating a more interesting visual landscape in the city.    The CMP is an umbrella project […]

Moving Virginia Forward and Opportuity Virginia have each made $3.5 million in campaign contributions. Members of the UVA Board of Visitors have contributed significant sums.