Morning
Charlottesville
Sunday, February 1st, 2026
Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ready Kids Cville invites nominations for its annual Child Advocate Award today—recognizing local advocates whose quiet, dedicated work has supported children for over 20 years. 29 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville Restaurant Week was extended due to freezing temperatures that lowered turnout earlier this week — now offering three-course meals for $25, $35, or $45 with $1 per meal donated to Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, and a fundraiser with C-Ville Weekly and Eastwood Winery is set for Monday, Feb. 2. 29 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Barbara Moore, the University’s longtime organist, teaches skilled pianists to play the organ and coordinates special bell tollings (including secret society remembrances) at Chapel events. Her decades-long work fills the Chapel with music for weddings, ceremonies and moments of reflection. The Cavalier Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Jay Jones began a national talent search on Jan. 23 for a chief legal counsel to advise the University and its leaders, aiming to ensure the school receives legal guidance free from political pressure (the move follows recent leadership changes). The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ A survey released Oct. 8 by the University Student Council found out-of-state students felt less welcome in club recruitment due to favoritism — many said admissions depended on personal connections rather than merit. Hayden Matay said he will bring these concerns to university committees for further discussion. The Cavalier Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Experts warn that road salt used this week on driveways and sidewalks builds up in local waterways & harms wildlife and plants. Samantha Puckett from the Izaak Walton League advises applying only 12 ounces per 20-ft driveway to limit environmental impact. 29 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UVA Health made history with new defibrillator technology that is expected to improve treatment during cardiac emergencies. The breakthrough development reflects ongoing efforts to enhance local patient care. CBS 19 News
- ➤ Researchers from the University of Virginia School of Medicine revealed a study showing that TB is a major cause of sepsis in HIV patients in Africa. They suggest that starting TB treatment immediately may save lives in future care settings. Cville Right Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kyle Johnson, a multi-talented transfer from Duke (named as one of Virginia's four captains), is set to start on the mound and hit in the season opener against Wagner on Feb. 13 in Charlottesville. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ No. 2 Virginia men’s tennis beat No. 12 Columbia 6-1 Friday at Boar’s Head Sports Club, improving to a 5-0 record; they will host Vanderbilt at noon Sunday with former Virginia associate head coach (Scott Brown) set to return to Charlottesville. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ Virginia defeated Boston College 73-66 on Saturday in Chestnut Hill, Mass, with Thijs DeRidder scoring 17 points and Malik Thomas adding 14; the win improved the team's true road record to 6-1 and they will host Pittsburgh at 9 p.m. at John Paul Jones Arena. Cville Right Now
- ➤ Virginia Cavaliers face Virginia Tech at 2:00 pm today at Cassell Coliseum in a storied rivalry game. The team, coming off a triple overtime win at Wake Forest, hopes to climb the ACC standings as it seeks victory in this century-long series. The Cavalier Daily
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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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