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Charlottesville
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank said the 14th annual School Food Drive collected over 17,600 pounds of food— a record for the event. CBS 19 News
- ➤ Representatives of the Cville Food Co-op announced that their pitch for a community-owned grocery store in Charlottesville’s Fifeville neighborhood won the grand prize at the Tom Tom Festival Crowdfunded Pitch Night on April 16 and received $5,000 from the Community Investment Collaborative—boosting their plans to open a store at 501 Cherry Ave. The co-op outperformed nine other startups—marking a key step in addressing the local food desert and bringing affordable healthy groceries to the community. The Daily Progress
- ➤ Camp Holiday Trails has served children with medical needs and their siblings for 51 years with year-round programs at a site on Fontaine near Trinity Presbyterian Church. The nonprofit now offers summer camp at $100 per week and will host its Hope Grows fundraiser at King Family Vineyards on Sunday, May 11 — a family event with rides, crafts, and short talks — to support its work. Cville Right Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At its Friday meeting, the Faculty Senate reviewed bylaws for ex-officio membership—voting unanimously to keep vice presidents and add five new roles including the provost, VPAA, VPFA, CSS and CGCF. University President Jim Ryan addressed federal policies’ effects on research funding and international students—saying university presidents meet daily to discuss recent federal measures. The Cavalier Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city spent about $59 million on affordable housing over four years under its Affordable Housing Plan launched in 2021, with $48 million directly supporting projects with local nonprofits — council members said this gives Charlottesville one of the highest per capita investments in affordable housing. They noted that spending will reach nearly $120 million by decade's end. 29 News
- ➤ Monticello estate leaders plan to use America’s 250th anniversary on July 4 to boost civic engagement and lower access barriers for local residents. Jane Kamensky said the foundation’s new strategic planning will build on Charlottesville’s legacy to create a living laboratory of democracy — a response to community needs after canceled local festivals. The Daily Progress
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UVA Health Children’s is planning upgrades to expand its neonatal intensive care unit and add more space for newborn care— the project will help nurses and doctors care for more babies. 29 News
- ➤ Albemarle County Fire Rescue is ramping up education ahead of National Fentanyl Awareness Day on April 29 as deputy chief Emily Pelliccia explained that public training and Narcan distribution helped reduce overdose calls in 2024. The department will host a tabling event at the Crozet Volunteer Fire Department from 4 to 6 p.m.—offering Narcan distribution and training—to break the stigma around substance use. Cville Right Now
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Cars & Coffee Charlottesville
8-10 a.m. — Barracks Road Shopping Center — Free entry — A gathering of car enthusiasts showcasing a diverse range of vehicles from Ford to Ferrari.
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