Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of March.
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🏘️ Community
The Building Goodness Foundation, a women-led construction nonprofit, celebrated International Women’s Day by finishing a fence project for C Street Cooperative Preschool, emphasizing community support and gender equality.
🚨 Crime
In the month before fatally shooting two people in a Crozet grocery store, the gunman was found by Albemarle County police to show no signs of violent behavior, despite family concerns and subsequent expert criticism.
🎓 Education
The Board of Visitors Audit Compliance and Risk Committee updated auditing standards and discussed cybersecurity for University IT systems in a closed session.
Clay Dickerson and the Brighter Tomorrow ticket win Student Council elections at their university, advocating for equity for low-income students and changes in student representation.
🏥 Health
New UVA Health Children's research finds a correlation between frequent school absences in children due to stomach issues and gut-brain disorders.
Nicolas 'Nico' Ramos-Esteban, a University of Virginia first-year student, passed away from meningitis after a confirmed case of meningococcal disease at UVA, with a GoFundMe raising over $62,000 for his family.
The University's chapter of The Diabetes Link aims to educate and support individuals affected by Type I diabetes through community-building and educational events.
Local Alzheimer's Association highlights that women are both majorly impacted by and primary caregivers for Alzheimer's, stressing the importance of prevention methods.
🎉 Charlottesville Events
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Left Lane Cruiser Live Performance
Left Lane Cruiser is a band known for their unique blend of raw hillbilly punk and blues, featuring slide guitarist Freddie J. Evans IV.
Cimarron 615 Live Performance in Charlottesville
Cimarron 615 will be performing live at The Southern Café and Music Hall in Charlottesville.
2025 NSL Draft – Day 1
The NSL Draft will occur from March 14-16, 2025, in Charlottesville, Virginia, facilitating the formation of new teams for the upcoming season.
Chamomile and Whiskey St. Patrick's Day Party
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with live music from Chamomile & Whiskey, featuring special guests Ramona & The Holy Smokes and Jesse's House.
2025 National Squash League Draft - Day 3
The 2025 NSL Draft concludes in Charlottesville, Virginia, showcasing the formation of the upcoming teams.
Abundant Life's NCAA March Madness Watch Party Fundraiser
This event is a full-day watch party for NCAA March Madness, featuring food, drinks, and raffles to raise funds for Abundant Life Ministries.
Jack Stepanian Live at Jefferson Theater
Jack Stepanian will perform live at the Jefferson Theater in Charlottesville.
Virginia Man & Waasi Concert
Virginia Man and Waasi will perform live at The Southern Café and Music Hall, showcasing their debut LP 'Sad but True' in an engaging and dynamic concert experience.
The Birds That Audubon Missed: A Discussion with Kenn Kaufman
Kenn Kaufman will discuss his book 'The Birds that Audubon Missed' in partnership with the Virginia Festival of the Book at James Monroe's Highland.
Virginia Cavaliers vs. Syracuse Orange
6-7:40 p.m. — Disharoon Park — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting college baseball matchup between two competitive teams.
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