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Sunday, April 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 13th annual Tom Tom Festival is underway today in Charlottesville—its goal is to bring together all parts of the city. CBS 19 News
- ➤ Affordable housing projects at Southwood and 501 Cherry Ave now face extra hurdles after Congress cut federal earmark funds in March; local developers said the projects will continue but must find new money to move ahead (one project had planned to receive nearly $1.1 million) and plans now may progress more slowly (alternative funding remains uncertain). Charlottesville Tomorrow
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On March 25, Student Council approved the University Guide Service as a Contracted Independent Organization after it lost its previous Special Status Organization status in February, allowing the group to run its own historical tours and seek new funding. The Guide Service plans to explore non-governmental organization status to strengthen its image and funding while keeping a door open for future work with the University. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ Students, faculty, alumni and community members gathered in Old Cabell Hall on Tuesday afternoon to remember John T. Casteen III, the University’s seventh president from 1990 to 2010, who died on March 18 at 81. He was honored for his role in expanding the University’s academic space and financial stability—efforts that left a lasting impact on the institution. The Cavalier Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ AAA Traffic Safety Foundation released survey results showing many Virginia drivers misunderstood the risks of driving after using cannabis, and penalties for driving high are the same as for alcohol. The survey found 85% drive on the same day they use cannabis and nearly half believe their driving is not impaired — experts warn this view could lead to dangerous roads. 29 News
- ➤ On April 10, family and friends arranged for Claiborne Miller-Davis's two horses to visit her at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital so she could see them one last time. Miller-Davis, a lifelong equestrian and nurse, died the following day after battling stage 4 cancer. The Daily Progress
SPORTS NEWS
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University of Virginia Wind Ensemble Spring Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Hunter Smith Band Building — Free entry — Experience an evening of captivating performances by the Wind Ensemble.
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Georgetown Hoyas vs. Virginia Cavaliers Baseball
6 p.m. — Disharoon Park — Check local listings — Watch an exciting college baseball matchup between two renowned teams.
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Virginia Cavaliers vs. James Madison Dukes
6 p.m. — Disharoon Park — Cost info not available — Cheer on the Virginia Cavaliers as they take on the James Madison Dukes in this exciting matchup.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire
12:30 PM – 6:30 PM — John Paul Jones Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience your favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in an action-packed live show.
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Maya de Vitry Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Ticket information not provided — Enjoy an evening of powerful folk music from a talented artist originally from Pennsylvania.
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Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Experience lively gipsy rumba every Tuesday with local guitarist Vincent Zorn.
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Pony Bradshaw Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — Buy tickets — Experience a night of folk music with Pony Bradshaw and Will Overman.
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Band on the Run
8:00 – 10:05 a.m. — Charlottesville High School — Volunteer opportunities available — Embrace the spirit of community while participating in a thrilling road race.
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Mother's Day Market
12-5 p.m. — Eastwood Farm and Winery — Free entry — Enjoy live music by Jim Richardson while exploring a vibrant maker's market.
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Virginia Cavaliers vs. George Mason Patriots Baseball
6-10 p.m. — Disharoon Park — Admission prices vary — Enjoy an exciting college baseball rivalry in a beautiful venue.
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