Good morning, Charlottesville.

At the Tom Tom Festival today, the One Stop Shop event brought together local organizations to offer reentry support for those transitioning out of incarceration in Charlottesville.

A bride-to-be lost her $6000 deposit when Common House closed unexpectedly while planning October events; she learned of the closure on April 16 when her calls went unanswered, and several local venues have extended extra hours + support to help reschedule events + for other affected couples.

Community support helped Zizza Pizza bounce back after a January robbery hurt business at a struggling shopping center, and the pizzeria now serves more local customers + shows renewed promise.

Johnson delivered his narrative stand-up comedy at Old Cabell Hall Tuesday as part of the University Programs Council’s SpringFest Comedy Show (a free event) that featured humorous takes on local architecture and modern anxieties while two opening acts warmed up the crowd.

College students enjoyed thoughtful social commentary and performance.

Student-made giant creatures paraded from Art Grounds to the Rotunda at UVA Thursday night, showcasing campus creativity and engaging visitors in a unique display of art.

The Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society partners with the Tom Tom Festival to lead eight-block walking tours on the Downtown Mall that share stories of early businesses, three presidents, and the local restaurant, theater, and live music scenes.

Tours run today and Saturday at 11:30 a.m.

Teacher Kate Fletcher ran 107 miles from her high school to Jamestown in the 10th Lion Pride Run to support college scholarships — she started at 8 a.m. Monday and finished at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday with cheering students.

She has raised over $100,000 since 2016.

UVA received a grant to cut food waste and boost sustainability efforts.

The funding supports food rescue, composting, and waste prevention programs (aimed at keeping food out of landfills).

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger and the General Assembly passed a law that creates a Paid Family and Medical Leave Program.

The program (providing up to 12 weeks of time off for key family or health events) will see payroll contributions start on April 1 and benefits on Dec. 1, 2028.

City officials and Charlottesville City Schools will pilot traffic safety improvements near Summit Elementary to address concerns during arrival and dismissal times.

The pilot will launch soon in response to community feedback.

Virginia overcame lineup challenges on Wednesday as injuries prompted shifts in the field, and the team rallied in the bottom half to edge the Flames with a final score of 5 to 4 at home as Lucas Hartman pitched two scoreless innings.

The Cavaliers will face Pitt at 6:00 p.m. Friday at Cost Field.

Coach Lars Tiffany's preseason talk helped sophomore midfielder Hudson Hausmann unlock his potential ahead of Virginia’s regular-season lacrosse game Friday against Drexel.

Hausmann, who switched his commitment to Virginia, now plays a key role in defense as he prepares for the ACC Tournament.

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.

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.

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.

Storytime at the Garden

10:00 – 10:45 a.m. — Botanical Garden of the Piedmont — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful storytelling session in a beautiful garden setting.