Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of April.
Good morning, Charlottesville.
Hoos in Treble (an all-female a cappella group) released their dual album (SNAPs stands for something nice about a person) and held their spring concert 'Treble in Paradise' Saturday on campus, marking a milestone in their musical tradition.
Families can learn about a historic farming tradition as local sheep receive their annual haircut at James Monroe’s Highland this spring.
The event offers hands-on insight into traditional shearing methods for community members.
On Sunday, April 26, the Native American Student Union at UVA held its annual Powwow on the lawn.
The event celebrated Native American traditions for students and community members.
U.Va.'s Board of Visitors Finance Committee approved on April 16 a 3.6% average tuition increase and higher mandatory fees for the 2026-27 school year, prompting some students to seek more financial aid and cost-saving options.
Students nearing graduation at the University can explore a curated list of four songs by Lorde, Big Thief, Neutral Milk Hotel and LCD Soundsystem that capture both the pain of endings and hope for new beginnings as the spring semester ends.
Local farmers face challenges as a dry spring strains crops amid ongoing drought conditions in central Virginia.
They plan to take any rain they get & adjust their planting strategies as the season progresses.
The American Lung Association’s annual State of Air report shows Charlottesville earned an A grade for ozone air pollution and a D for 24-hour particle pollution — results influenced by the city's forests and efforts like tree planting and electric school buses.
Lela Garner, the U.Va.
Sustainability manager for student outreach and engagement, discussed the university’s sustainability initiatives (including Earth Month celebrations and the 2030 Sustainability Plan) during the latest On Record episode on Grounds.
Dina Kawar, Jordan ambassador to the U.S., spoke Friday at the Center for Politics event (hosted with U.Va.
Global) where she discussed her diplomacy work, women’s growing role in foreign affairs, and regional Middle East issues. About 70 community members attended this Ambassador Series session.
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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
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