Morning
Charlottesville
Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards is hosting a spring sale today to raise funds for its nonprofit educational programs and community learning initiatives. The event supports local efforts to build resources for education. 29 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Community members gathered at Carver Recreation Center Saturday, April 11 to honor Black athletes at the annual Black History Pathway event. Organizer Alex-Zan — a local author and trailblazer — and former NFL player Lloyd Burruss encouraged young athletes to work hard for their dreams. 29 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Black students at the University face challenges in group work and social settings on and off Grounds. Many seek comfort in events by Black fraternities and student groups (which offer support and safer spaces) to build a more welcoming scene. The Cavalier Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ UVA and Virginia Tech faculty are asking the governor to include them in a collective bargaining bill, saying union rights may help shield campuses from politicians. They believe the measure would support academic independence. The Daily Progress
- ➤ Greene County named Sean Sweeney as its new Director of Parks and Recreation after serving as interim since February; he now leads plans for renovations and summer and fall programs at the Greene County Community Park — a project funded by a governor grant. Cville Right Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 13 Virginia rallied with strong ninth inning plays from Harrison Didawick and Henry Zatkowski to edge past Notre Dame in a series opener in South Bend. The Cavaliers will try to clinch the series on Saturday at 2 p.m. at the same venue. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ On Saturday, Virginia women's lacrosse defeated Boston College 17 to 14 at Klöckner Stadium thanks to strong sophomore play including Fiona Allen, who scored six goals; the Senior Day win clinched an ACC Tournament berth ahead of their final season game in Blacksburg. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ The Virginia Cavaliers lost 5-2 to Virginia Tech in the second game of their Commonwealth Clash series Saturday, tying both teams at 10 ACC wins. They will meet tomorrow at Palmer Park at 4 p.m., and the game featured a remembrance for 12-year-old Rylan French. The Cavalier Daily
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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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