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Charlottesville
Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A pickleball tournament is scheduled for Saturday, April 11 at 9 a.m. at the Greencroft Club on Rodes Drive to support All Blessings Flow, a nonprofit assisting local residents in need. Registration costs $50 and the event will include raffles and prizes. 29 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Luke Combs delivered a sold-out show at Scott Stadium last Saturday in front of over 60,000 country music fans, with supporting performances by Dierks Bentley, Ty Myers, Jake Worthington and Thelma + James. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ City council received an update on plans to transform bronze from the melted statue into public art that reflects unity+inclusion, presented on April 8 by Andrea Douglas of the Heritage Center. The center is showing the Swords into Plowshares project through May 30, with further updates expected later this year. 29 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local leaders move ahead with plans to return uniformed officers to schools even as community members share mixed views. The School Board voted in March 2025 to reinstate the SRO program and is vetting two candidates with further discussion scheduled for April 16 (School Board work session). Cville Right Now
- ➤ Mountain View Elementary received a $10,000 state grant to boost bilingual education. The grant will fund teacher training and help students learn to read and write in both English and Spanish. 29 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The FAA has issued temporary flight restrictions around CHO for Friday night, April 10, limiting flights to military, approved law enforcement and air ambulance aircraft (pilots near Gordonsville Municipal Airport may face delays). 29 News
- ➤ City councilors approved $3.8 million today to redevelop 501 Cherry Avenue in Fifeville into a grocery store + community hub that will include a Music Resource Center and affordable housing to improve access to healthy foods. 29 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ReadyKids, a Charlottesville nonprofit, has seen a surge in youth trauma counseling referrals (270 this year) and is launching a fundraiser to raise $80,000 in 30 days to hire an additional counselor to meet demand. 29 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UVA Athletics announced on Wednesday, Apr. 8 that head football coach Tony Elliott would lead the team through the 2030 season (following a record-breaking bowl win last season). The contract extension reflects ongoing support at Scott Stadium. 29 News
- ➤ Virginia women’s basketball appointed Aaron Roussell, the former University of Richmond coach, as its new head coach three days after Amaka Agugua-Hamilton’s departure. He is set to speak with media later this month as his 22-season career brings winning experience to the team. 29 News
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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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Real Estate Investor Event
Connect with local real estate investors and professionals for practical insights, candid discussion, and high value networking over refreshments. Hear from experienced investors, engage in live Q&A, and walk away with actionable strategies you can apply immediately.
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Soulja Boy Live in Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Jefferson Theater — Ticket pricing not specified — Experience the iconic Soulja Boy performing his hit tracks that shaped digital music.
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NAGT Eastern Section Annual Meeting 2026
5-8:30 p.m. — Piedmont Virginia Community College — Registration fees apply — Engage in workshops and field trips exploring geology in the beautiful Blue Ridge region.
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