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Monday, April 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville Police investigated shots fired Saturday night in the west end of the Downtown Mall near the CODE Building — officers reported several shots at 9:30 p.m. — and confirmed that no one was hit. 3WV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Elizabeth Mirabal, a Spanish Ph.D student, wrote 'Herbarium', a 205-page free verse collection about Cuba's plants — it was translated into English by six undergraduates from Professor Nieves Garcia Prados’s SPAN 4040 class and published last November. The book was presented to the public last month and blends personal memories with cultural history. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ Indieheads President Brian Tafazoli said the club is a key space for University students to enjoy music and share diverse tastes. He explained that his involvement with Indieheads has shaped his own musical development and set the club apart on campus. The Cavalier Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the Virginia men’s lacrosse team snapped a three-game skid with a 13-8 win over Lafayette on Senior Day in Charlottesville — their fast transition play proved vital. Coach Lars Tiffany said senior goalkeeper Matthew Nunes made 12 saves and delivered key assists, and the win boosts their chance to break a five-game skid against No. 13 Duke next week. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ At the Virginia Challenge this weekend in Charlottesville, junior Gary Martin broke his own Virginia record in the men's 5,000 meters with a time of 13:16.82 — a big improvement over his old mark. Other Cavaliers set meet records and personal bests in high jump and 400 hurdles as they get ready for the Drakeford Relays starting Wednesday and the Penn Relays beginning Thursday. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ After Colorado head football coach Deion Sanders accused UVA of tampering, running back Isaiah Augustave—who led Colorado in rushing last season—committed to the UVA Cavaliers. He visited Charlottesville during his spring portal entry and is the 21st commitment for Coach Tony Elliott. 3WV
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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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Captain Mike & The Shipwrecked
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a high-energy evening with premier Jimmy Buffett hits and deep cuts.
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