‘Car-light’ families in C’ville are trading car trips for e-bike rides
A single car no longer sufficed. Kevin Driscoll, his wife, and their young daughter needed another way to get around. But instead of a second car, they chose a different set […]
C-VILLE toured the open-mic circuit and here’s what we heard
By Tami Keaveny, Ella Powell, and CM Turner | Photography by Tristan Williams For songwriters and musicians of all genres, going from the page to the stage can be intimidating. […]
How Charlottesville helped put American single malt on the map
A passion project, at its core, is about passion. For the past decade, Gareth Moore’s passion has been to bring a new product into the world: American single malt whisky. […]
McGuffey Art Center toasts 50 years of collaboration and support
From the moment it opened on October 11, 1975, the McGuffey Art Center was a hit. Half a century later, the vibrant arts organization is still humming along, providing affordable […]
How aggressive immigration policy undermines due process rights in Charlottesville, and the entire country
In late April, three plainclothes federal agents swept into Albemarle County General District Court, and carried out some of the Trump administration’s earliest-known local courthouse detentions. There, in front of […]
Local high school football coaches on this season’s expectations and strengths
As high school football teams across the region gear up for the 2025 season, coaches from several local public school programs spoke candidly about their expectations, team strengths, and goals—both […]
Campaign life doesn’t leave much room for nuance. Jen Fleisher’s trying anyway.
Even before Jen Fleisher became an official Charlottesville City Council candidate, she was a public figure—or at least a quasi public figure. Not public figure classic, but public figure lite. […]
Go-to lunches that won’t drain your wallet
Charlottesville has no shortage of renowned restaurants and bars, nor does it lack praise for its food scene, garnering recognition over the years in everything from Food & Wine magazine […]
Jim Ryan resigns as UVA president under pressure from Trump administration
Jim Ryan resigned as president of the University of Virginia on June 27, citing pressure from the federal government. Before announcing his resignation to the UVA community, Ryan addressed a […]
Sizzle and chill: Where to go, what to do, and how to get summer right
The heat is on, and Charlottesville is buzzing with festivals, food, and all kinds of fun. If you’re looking for a weekend retreat, a patio cocktail, or a fresh peach […]