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Charlottesville
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Business Women’s Round Table hosted its Women of Excellence Awards luncheon Thursday to honor local women shaping business and community work (recognizing achievements that improve lives in Charlottesville). The event highlighted leadership and empowerment in the local business scene. 29 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Indie Short Film Festival is set to return to Charlottesville soon — it will showcase over 100 short films from around the world. 29 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fluvanna County supervisors approved construction of a new Tenaska power plant at midnight Thursday after overriding the planning commission’s rejection, with the project set to cover more than 400 acres — along Branch Road and Rock Lane. The plan also includes taller smokestacks at the gas-fired plant. 29 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Blue Ridge Poison Center warned that calls about poisonings should be directed to trained healthcare providers — experts who offer calm, 24/7 phone support — rather than relying on AI. National Poison Prevention Awareness Week runs through March 21. Cville Right Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia baseball secured a 14-12 win in a late, come-from-behind match against Liberty at Worthington Field in Lynchburg. Though outhit, the Cavaliers relied on key hits including a three-RBI double by Jake Weatherspoon to clinch their second consecutive midweek victory ahead of a home series with Wake Forest. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ Virginia secured its first NCAA Tournament seed in eight years after a 57–55 win over Arizona State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena with Kymora Johnson’s clutch three-pointer & double-double effort with graduate forward Caitlin Weimar, and the Cavaliers will face Georgia on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. in Iowa City. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ UVA assistant coaches (Aldrich, Crawford, and Henry) display a strong bond that fuels the team’s play as they prepare for their NCAA Tournament opener against Wright State today, drawing on longtime ties to guide the Cavaliers. Cville Right Now
- ➤ Virginia guard Sam Lewis said he may play in March Madness as the Cavaliers prepare to face Wright State soon. His remarks underline the team's focus + drive for a win. The Daily Progress
- ➤ Virginia wrestling automatically qualified three athletes for the NCAA tournament in Cleveland following the ACC Championship in Blacksburg. Graduate student Colton Washleski finished third at 157 pounds while sophomore Gable Porter and redshirt freshman Brenan Morgan earned bids and will compete Thursday through Saturday. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ The Cavaliers posted a strong 10-under final round at the Pauma Valley Invitational in California on Wednesday, snapping an over-par start with a sixth-place finish + building momentum ahead of the Golden Horseshoe Intercollegiate in Williamsburg starting March 23. The Cavalier Daily
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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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Rivanna Contra Dance
7-10 p.m. — Greenwood Community Center — Suggested $20 — Enjoy a lively evening of contra dancing with an introductory lesson to get everyone started.
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