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Friday, March 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville's Sexual Assault Resource Agency is using local staff and university volunteers to fight sexual violence amid funding cuts—its outreach helps provide free services for survivors. The nonprofit will host its annual fundraiser Twilight Toast on March 27 at Fry’s Spring Beach Club to secure more grants and sponsors. The Cavalier Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville Police Chief Michael Kochis said in a public conversation that investigators are reviewing the fatal assault on 4th Street—where the Richmond autopsy is still pending further tests—while police also responded to a bomb threat at Burley Middle School and a shots-fired incident on 7½ Street Southwest, with the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office checking if more charges are needed. Cville Right Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new artwork on Beta Bridge—bearing the message 'LIVE FOR NICO'—now honors a UVA first-year who died from meningitis, with those who knew him remembering his kindness and bright smile. 29 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former UVA President Emeritus John T. Casteen III died Tuesday after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer at age 81. CBS 19 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Work is underway on the RWSA pipeline project in Albemarle County—officials say the project will help protect the community's access to safe drinking water. CBS 19 News
- ➤ Albemarle County’s Board of Supervisors approved advertising the top tax rates proposed by County Executive Jeff Richardson to help fund public safety, rising education costs, and affordable housing. The vote raised the real estate tax to $0.894 per $100 assessed—4 cents higher than before—and set the personal property tax rate at $4.28 per $100 assessed. Cville Right Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UVA Health is joining a national study by enrolling patients in two clinical trials aimed at treating long COVID symptoms such as dizziness from POTS and sleep issues like insomnia and fatigue. The trials will test medications, light therapy, and other treatments. 29 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On March 19, the No. 23 Virginia baseball team lost to Richmond by a score of 6 to 2 at Disharoon Park, ending a 31 game midweek win streak dating back to 2022. Ryan Osinski pitched 3.1 innings with three strikeouts in relief, and the Cavaliers will host Duke today at 6 p.m. in their ACC series opener. Cville Right Now
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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.
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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.
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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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Park Street Coffee House featuring Billboard Top 40 Hitmaker Dean Friedman
International singer-songwriter Dean Friedman who hit the Billboard Top 40 Pop Charts with memorable songs including Ariel, Lucky Stars, and Lydia is including Charlottesville's Park Street Coffee House on his 2025 US/UK tour. Get your tickets now before this show sells out!
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Sam Burchfield Live Concert
8-10 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — Ticket price TBD — Experience the soulful sounds of Sam Burchfield, influenced by Appalachian music traditions.
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Dirty Grass Players Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Tickets start at $20 — Experience the captivating blend of traditional and progressive bluegrass sounds with The Dirty Grass Players.
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Vincent Zorn Live Performance
12-6 p.m. — Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards — No cover charge — Enjoy award-winning wine and captivating Latin guitar melodies on the beautiful veranda.
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Swan Tavern Archaeological Investigations Presentation
6-7 p.m. — Jefferson-Madison Regional Library Central Branch — Free entry — Explore the findings from the archaeological investigations of Charlottesville's first tavern.
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Spring Dance Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Culbreth Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the vibrant performances from UVA Dance in their annual spring showcase.
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Rebecca Porter Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — Dürty Nelly's Pub - Deli — Free show — Experience the vocal talents of Guam-born Rebecca Porter with local favorites, the Rhinestone Roses.
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