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Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville community leader Price Thomas, executive director of City of Promise, discussed how unaffordable housing influences food, transportation, education, and workforce development on Morning News. He said that unstable housing makes it hard for youth to stay in one school and urged more investment to help families. Cville Right Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Albemarle County Police Department arrested Grady M. Hampton, 56, from Fredericksburg on April 24 for three counts of online solicitation of a minor under 15 (he is held without bond at Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail as the investigation continues). Cville Right Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rappahannock Electric Cooperative is proposing a new rate for data centers that use at least 25 megawatts so local ratepayers avoid extra costs. The plan bills centers a monthly fee based on needed capacity — and keeps costs separate if a data center shuts down. The Daily Progress
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, UVA Food Pantry and UVA Dine held a Swipe Drive that let students donate unused dining swipes, with each swipe turning into a pound (1 lb) of food for those in need. Organizers said last fall’s drive raised thousands of pounds and they hope for similar support this year. 29 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ About 300 local residents protested outside the Albemarle County courthouse after watching a video that showed plainclothes federal agents detaining a man without proper identification—protesters chanted about a lack of due process and potential rights violations. The demonstration reflects growing community concern over how rights are upheld during enforcement actions. 3WV
- ➤ Charlottesville is moving forward with a plan to create a land bank authority that would buy and sell properties to help with affordable housing. The authority would support deals with developers (with a public hearing scheduled after the Housing Advisory Committee meets) to get more housing into the community. 29 News
- ➤ Joe Platania, Charlottesville’s Commonwealth Attorney, joined Morning News to say law enforcement and event organizers kept the TomTom Festival safe—he noted that thousands enjoyed a secure downtown gathering. He also discussed rising youth conflicts involving firearms—he stressed that early intervention in the juvenile justice system will support at-risk youths. Cville Right Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 23, the Virginia baseball team defeated James Madison by a score of 12 to 6 at Disharoon Park as its offense exploded in the second inning — Chris Arroyo made his first start on the mound, giving up one run on five hits while driving in three runs. The team will begin ACC play on Friday against Georgia Tech with a 6 p.m. first pitch. Cville Right Now
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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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Spring Candle-Making Workshop
6-8 p.m. — South Street Brewery — $44 plus fees — Create two personalized candles while enjoying a vibrant brewery atmosphere.
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