Morning
Charlottesville
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At 9 a.m. Saturday morning outside Hereford College, 77 RCC students ran the Endless 5K Charity Run on Observatory Hill trails to raise over $1,500 for PHAR. The event, featuring vendor booths + community support, aims to become an annual tradition that strengthens student ties and assists low-income residents. The Cavalier Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ TEDxU.Va. UNBOUND took place at Newcomb Theater on Sunday at 2 p.m. where eight speakers (including the CNN Worldwide CFO) and university participants discussed how embracing discomfort can prompt personal growth. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ The Mahogany and Friends Foundation will host a fundraiser on April 9 and April 10 at Get Air in Charlottesville to support the Budget Does It program at the Boys and Girls Club of Central Virginia, which gives 300 students twenty dollars to help them start saving. 29 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UVA Health is hosting an Earn While You Learn hiring event today at Virginia Career Works to offer training and pay for entry-level roles, including patient care and phlebotomy (walk-ins welcome and virtual options available) from 1 to 4 p.m. 29 News
- ➤ UVA researchers have tested a new algorithm that uses over 300 continuous glucose monitor data points to guide weekly insulin adjustments for Type 2 diabetes patients in a 16-week trial (improving safe blood-sugar time from 54% to 75.3%). They plan further studies to confirm these initial results. 3WV
- ➤ A Charlottesville woman with a rare spinal defect lost her veteran health coverage after funding cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs limited her access to care. 29 News
- ➤ Doctors at UVA Health now use a new temporary heart pump to support high-risk patients during heart procedures. The device helps the heart rest and protects vital organs, and doctors hope to make it available to more community hospitals (benefiting more patients). 29 News
- ➤ UVA Health is hosting its 'Earn While You Learn' hiring event in Charlottesville to help local job seekers start careers in healthcare + gain on-the-job training and employment guidance. 29 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UVA women's basketball left Tuesday for Sacramento as supporters gathered to wish them luck while the team heads to the Sweet Sixteen for the first time since 2000. 29 News
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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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Lake Street Dive Concert
7-9 p.m. — Ting Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique blend of soul, folk, and jazz music from Lake Street Dive.
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