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Charlottesville
Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of volunteers joined Women Build day at Southwood to expand access to affordable housing in Charlottesville — the event highlights community commitment and hands-on help. CBS 19 News
- ➤ Former UVA player and Packers wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks donated money to cover registration fees for the first 100 youth athletes signing up for a camp honoring Devin Chandler + the Devin Chandler Foundation announced the donation on Friday. CBS 19 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ U.Va. released its second quarterly compliance report to the Justice Department Tuesday, outlining changes in student programming, hiring practices and external partnerships across several schools (including Darden and McIntire) as part of its civil rights compliance updates. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ Virginia Tech President Tim Sands announced he will start the process of stepping aside after 12 years at the university, and he will remain in Blacksburg until his successor is in place—while noting significant growth in enrollment, research funding and endowment during his tenure. 3WV
- ➤ Charlottesville High School Marching Band is gearing up for its 10th annual Band on the Run 5K fundraiser – organized by the band – to support student musicians. The local event will take place soon, with further details to be announced. CBS 19 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Loving Arms annual Health and Wellness Fair took place at JABA Community Senior Center where local groups offered care services, lawn care, physical therapy, and legal help. The event, now in its second year, brought the community together — linking residents with useful local support. 29 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia lacrosse goalie Jake Marek, a graduate nursing student, asked coach Tiffany for a chance to start at Bodo’s Bagels and has stepped up with key saves that boosted the team’s performance; he will rely on strong play today against Syracuse. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ Virginia's No. 8 women’s tennis team swept No. 70 Wake Forest 4-0 Friday at the Boar’s Head Sports Club on senior day, keeping them undefeated in ACC play and setting up a final regular season match against No. 14 NC State Sunday at 1 p.m. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ Runners will lace up for the Charlottesville Marathon, one of the city’s oldest races, which kicks off at 7 a.m. today. The event brings a time-honored community tradition to the local streets with a challenging course. 29 News
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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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