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Charlottesville
Tuesday, February 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ BRITE Bus and Afton Express will provide free transportation on all routes Tuesday to honor Transit Equity Day and civil rights icon Rosa Parks. The Daily Progress
- ➤ The Hatton Ferry, the last public poled ferry in America, will be decommissioned due to being deemed a costly liability after 155 years of service across the James River. The Daily Progress
- ➤ The Sleep Out Cville event on March 22, 2025, hosted by the Salvation Army and Jefferson School Foundation, aims to increase awareness of homelessness through an overnight outdoor experience in Charlottesville. Cville Right Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Charlottesville, vehicles and a building were hit by gunfire, with police finding 45 shell casings and no injuries reported. 29 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville City Council is deliberating on allocating a $28-million surplus, including $22 million from fiscal 2024, with initial discussions focusing on setting aside the funds in the CIP contingency fund. 3WV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Dairy Market in Charlottesville announces SunPins, a new entertainment venue featuring duckpin bowling, tech-enabled darts, a sports bar, and shared food options, opening early summer. Cville Right Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia women's basketball team overcame a 14-point deficit to defeat Syracuse 70-67, highlighted by Latasha Lattimore's career-high 26 points. Cville Right Now
- ➤ The Virginia baseball team, highly regarded for the upcoming 2025 season with strong preseason ACC favoritism and talented roster, aims to replicate its 2015 national championship success. The Cavalier Daily
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Kendall Street Is For Lovers Tour by Kendall Street Company
Kendall Street Company, a jam-alt rock band from Charlottesville, Virginia, is performing as part of their 'Kendall Street Is For Lovers Tour' at The Southern Café and Music Hall.
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Steep Canyon Rangers Concert at The Jefferson Theater
Steep Canyon Rangers, known for their Carolina sound, will perform songs from their new release 'Morning Shift' at The Jefferson Theater.
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Mighty Joshua Live Performance
Mighty Joshua will perform live at the Jefferson Theater in Charlottesville.
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Almost Queen Concert in Charlottesville
Almost Queen offers an authentic tribute to the legendary band Queen, featuring iconic hits and captivating performances that promise an unforgettable concert experience.
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Odds and Ends Experimental Film Festival
The 3rd annual Odds & Ends Film Festival showcases experimental films that challenge traditional boundaries and highlight diverse perspectives, taking place at the Vinegar Hill Theatre in Charlottesville, Virginia.
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VMI Keydets vs. Virginia Cavaliers Baseball Game
This exciting baseball match features the VMI Keydets competing against the Virginia Cavaliers at Disharoon Park in Charlottesville.
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Arts Fishing Club Concert Featuring ZG Smith
Arts Fishing Club will perform live at The Southern Café and Music Hall in Charlottesville, showcasing music alongside ZG Smith.
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St. Patrick's Day Celebration at Cardinal Point Winery
An afternoon event featuring live Celtic music and traditional Irish cuisine at Cardinal Point Winery.
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Kelly Corrigan Makes the Case for Making
By popular demand, Kelly Corrigan returns to Charlottesville this spring and you are invited! The host of "Tell me More" on PBS and "Kelly Corrigan Wonders" on NPR has co-authored a new children's book with her daughter, debut author Claire Corrigan Lichty, who joins her on stage to discuss the value of making.
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Kelly Corrigan Makes the Case for Making
By popular demand, Kelly Corrigan returns to Charlottesville this spring and you are invited! The host of "Tell me More" on PBS and "Kelly Corrigan Wonders" on NPR has co-authored a new children's book with her daughter, debut author Claire Corrigan Lichty, who joins her on stage to discuss the value of making.
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C.J. Chenier Live at The Jefferson Theater
C.J. Chenier, son of legendary Creole musician Clifton Chenier, will perform a live concert showcasing the Zydeco music style he and his family are renowned for.
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Director of Philanthropy - Camp Holiday Trails
BIG job for a BIG mission. Lead our fundraising efforts to support our year-round camp for children and teens with medical needs and their families from throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. You will also get to hire a NEW position - a Director of Annual Giving to support you.
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