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Charlottesville
Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After 10 months of research and community input, Charlottesville schools prepared new math curricula for early and upper elementary students. The school board will review the proposals today and may vote in February, and the public can view the materials online or at the Division Office Annex (Charlottesville High School). Cville Right Now
- ➤ Rappahannock Electric Cooperative has opened scholarship applications for high school seniors and college students in its service area, offering 17 awards totaling $20,000. Applicants must apply by Feb. 27 using criteria like community involvement and recommendation letters. 29 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares reached a Dec. 30 settlement with the Justice Department to bar state tuition aid for undocumented students. Advocacy groups filed a joint motion asking affected students to speak up before a judge rules on the agreement — a decision that may affect 13,000 students. The Cavalier Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UVA Health says a severe flu season and rising respiratory illnesses are straining hospital capacity, resulting in longer wait times and delays in moving patients. Hospital leaders are actively working to reassign beds and manage patient flow today. 29 News
- ➤ UVA researcher Rutkowski received a $700,000 grant (aimed at developing ovarian cancer immunotherapy) to tackle the cancer's resistance to treatments and plans to expand his studies in Charlottesville soon. 29 News
- ➤ Scientists at UVA (Charlottesville's main university) discovered that the brain defends itself by letting a parasite in before stopping it, a finding that opens a new path for treatment research. 29 News
- ➤ The CDC has reduced its recommended childhood vaccines to 11 from 17, effective immediately. Local healthcare providers (UVA Health Children, Piedmont Pediatrics and Pediatric Associates) said they will continue using the full vaccine schedule from the AAP to protect children. 29 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Rent rates in Charlottesville dropped 1.6% in December as fewer moves occurred in winter and landlords lowered prices to stay competitive. Year-over-year, rent growth fell from 6.1% to negative 6.1% (reflecting a larger nationwide drop of 0.8%). 29 News
- ➤ Albemarle County and Habitat for Humanity are testing new zoning changes to ease financing issues for accessory dwelling units aimed at solving the housing shortage here; a pilot project in Southwood (with only 19 permit applications since 2024) has built about six flex units. 29 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After winning the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl, Virginia football coach Tony Elliott said longtime players who stayed with the team played a key role in its record-breaking season—he will retain these 'forefathers' while adding transfers to prepare for the 2026 season. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ Virginia guard Malik Thomas credited his key three-pointer at the end of the first half with sparking his team’s win over California (his postgame remarks noted the play’s impact during the contest). The Daily Progress
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Gia Ray Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of soulful tunes with Gia Ray, highlighting themes of life's challenges and isolation.
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NC State Wolfpack vs. Virginia Cavaliers Women's Basketball Game
5-7 p.m. — John Paul Jones Arena — Free trial available — Catch the thrilling showdown between NC State and Virginia in women's college basketball.
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Susto Stringband Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Ticket info not specified — Experience the vibrant sounds of the Susto Stringband as they present their debut album.
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Lettuce Concert
8-10 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — Ticket information available — Experience a genre-busting performance by Lettuce, a six-member musical collective.
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Joe Jordan Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Ticket info not provided — Experience engaging storytelling through honest lyrics and live guitar music.
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