Morning
Charlottesville
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Facing frigid air this week, the city reminded residents that warming shelters at Key Recreation Center (800 E. Market St.) and Clemons Library (164 McCormick Rd.) are open from 10 a.m. along with 24/7 services by community partners to provide shelter, meals, and emergency help. Cville Right Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia State Police responded to 506 crashes amid winter weather by 4 p.m. on Monday — 38 of which resulted in injuries. 29 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Students from The Incident, Amuse Bouche, and The Whethermen staged a free comedy show in Warner Hall on Friday for a college crowd. The groups blended improv and sketch comedy and teased a contest (called a 'Jack-off') that set the stage for more shows later. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ 106.1 The Corner is hosting a vinyl treasure hunt from Feb. 2 to Feb. 27 that hides a Pink Floyd 50th Anniversary Edition boxed set each week around Charlottesville; DJs will drop clues at 8:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. to guide participants to their prize. 106.1 The Corner
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Albemarle County Public Schools is seeking feedback on the new HMH into Literature language arts resource for grades 6-12 + printed samples are available for review on the third floor of the County Office Building. 29 News
- ➤ Charlottesville City Schools will provide free meals to students during school closures starting today — a service designed to help families as winter weather keeps children home. 29 News
- ➤ In university sorority recruitment last January on Rugby Road and Chancellor Street, Pi Chis (student mentors) guided over 1,100 potential new members through rounds with hands-on logistics and emotional support. They completed competitive training and disaffiliation by Dec. 1 to remain impartial throughout the process. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ The University Board of Visitors now has a full 17 members after Gov. Spanberger appointed 10 new members on Jan. 17, replacing five who resigned. Student leaders hope the change will bring clear, proactive, and transparent communication with university leadership (pending confirmation by the General Assembly). The Cavalier Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Albemarle County is asking residents for input on planned upgrades at Charlotte Humphris Park. Officials will review suggestions to guide the improvement project. CBS 19 News
- ➤ Charlottesville property owners must clear sidewalks within 24 hours after snowfall ends or they will face an invoice from city officials. 29 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A UVA Health researcher is studying how diseased kidneys may speed up heart disease by sending toxic messengers in the blood & hopes to find safer treatments for patients. 29 News
- ➤ UVA’s Emergency Department reported a rise in snow-related injuries from slips and falls as icy conditions develop after the winter storm. The hospital expects more patients to arrive as roads clear and locals venture out. 29 News
- ➤ During the Jan. 24 — 25 snowstorm, the volunteer Charlottesville-Albemarle Rescue Squad answered 33 emergency calls in 48 hours — using a stokes basket as a sled to move patients from icy homes to ambulances when roads became impassable. Charlottesville Tomorrow
- ➤ Dr. Cameron Webb, the new State Health Commissioner, warned that temperatures dropped to 3 degrees above zero on Monday night and will remain below freezing until Thursday afternoon, raising the risk of hypothermia for those outdoors (symptoms include shivering and confusion). 3WV
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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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Dar Williams Live Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening of captivating music from singer-songwriter Dar Williams along with Seth Glier and Ward Williams.
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David Foster Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Paramount Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of one of the most illustrious composers of our time performing live.
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Tim O'Brien Concert
8-10 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Check venue for cost — Enjoy an evening of folk and rock music with acclaimed artist Tim O'Brien.
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Langhorne Slim Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — Tickets available — Experience the raw emotion and spirit of modern Americana with Langhorne Slim's latest music.
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Father Daughter Dance
6-8 p.m. — Carver Recreation Center — Price per couple; register daughter only — Dads, uncles, and grandpas take your little valentines for a night of fun dancing.
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4th Annual Odds and Ends Film Festival
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Vinegar Hill Theatre — Admission varies — Explore experimental films that defy conventional storytelling at this annual celebration in Charlottesville.
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Cars & Coffee Charlottesville
8:00-10:30 a.m. — Barracks Road Shopping Center — Free entry — An eclectic gathering of car enthusiasts showcasing a variety of vehicles, rain or shine.
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