Morning
Charlottesville
Monday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community Attention Foster Families seeks new diverse foster parents across Greene, Albemarle, Fluvanna counties and Charlottesville to help keep children close to home and support family reunification. A virtual information session is set for Tuesday, Apr. 14 (details provided for interested families). 29 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center is hosting the recast and reclaim exhibit until May 30 to let community members view new designs made from bronze recovered from the dismantled statue; design firms (MASS Design Group, Hood Design Studio, Push Studio) will announce the chosen design on July 10. 29 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Special Collections Director Brenda Gunn explained the significance of two original copies of the Declaration of Independence printed by John Dunlap in Philadelphia in a recent episode of On Record at the University (students were also invited to get involved). The Cavalier Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia General Assembly passed three bills this month to empower state agencies to manage invasive plants that cost the Commonwealth over a billion dollars each year. The bills now await Governor Spanberger's signature to become law. 29 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Revolutionary Soup is a longtime eatery off Downtown Mall that serves soups, salads, and sandwiches made from local, organic ingredients. Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., it offers vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, plus takeout and catering (including a pick-two combo) to fit local tastes. The Cavalier Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia's women's rowing team, ranked No. 8, will begin its spring season on March 29 at the Doc Hosea Invitational in Cherry Hill, N.J. The fully integrated roster — including 15 freshmen — is set to face top rivals as Coach Wesley Ng leads the team toward a strong performance. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ Duke defeated Virginia 74-70 on Saturday, Mar. 14 at the ACC Tournament in Charlotte, as Cameron Boozer sealed the win in the final seconds & Malik Thomas scored 18 for Virginia during a game marked by 16 lead changes. 29 News
- ➤ UVA Cavaliers secured the third seed in the Midwest region and will face Wright State in Philadelphia on Friday. The team under coach Ryan Odom is set to end its NCAA Tournament win drought since 2019. Cville Right Now
- ➤ No. 21 Virginia women’s tennis beat No. 59 Georgia Tech 4-1 Saturday afternoon at the Ken Byers Tennis Complex in Atlanta—keeping an undefeated streak in ACC play as the team prepares to face Florida State on Friday and No. 29 Miami Sunday. The Cavalier Daily
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Kadencia Live
8-11 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant performance of Kadencia Orchestra in a lively atmosphere.
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Easter Celebration at Dairy Market
11:30 AM – 3:00 PM — Dairy Market Charlottesville — Free entry — Enjoy free Easter fun with bunny photos, mini horses, and an egg hunt.
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Harlem Globetrotters Celebration
7:00-11:59 p.m. — John Paul Jones Arena — Ticket info available — Celebrate 100 years of jaw-dropping moves and thrilling basketball with the Harlem Globetrotters.
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Ryan Caraveo Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Jefferson Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience Ryan Caraveo's innovative sound and captivating live performance in a historic venue.
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Louis & Larrabee Duo Live Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Batesville Market — Preorder tickets for guaranteed entry — Enjoy soulful melodies and engaging performances from the Louis & Larrabee Duo with an array of tasty drinks and food.
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Luke Combs Concert
5-6:50 p.m. — John Paul Jones Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening of country music with Grammy-nominated artist Luke Combs.
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Daigakon 2026
Time TBA — Newcomb Hall — Free entry — Dive into a vibrant anime and gaming convention featuring tournaments, contests, and performances.
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Cameron Whitcomb Live
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating blend of country and pop sounds from rising star Cameron Whitcomb in an intimate historic setting.
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Old 97's Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — Tickets from $46 — Catch the Old 97's live in a vibrant atmosphere at a premier venue.
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Zeta Tau Alpha Run for Life 5K
N/A — Madison Bowl — Registration fee applies — Participate in a long-standing 5K to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer.
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