Morning
Charlottesville
Monday, May 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Rivanna River Company started its season with an event in Charlottesville where families, historians, and neighbors played in the water and learned about caring for the river—an important local resource. Rivanna Conservation Alliance led hands-on lessons on wildlife and history along the river to help people connect with its natural value. 29 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ High housing costs have pushed workers out of Charlottesville into rural counties, causing more traffic on busy routes. The Virginia Department of Transportation is asking for public input through studies + community feedback meetings to help plan fixes for U.S. 29. 29 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Community Christian Academy (a private Christian school) applied for the FEI building along with the University of Virginia and Charlottesville City Schools, and its Executive Director Dr. Kimberly Moore asked for a fair review of their application. Moore will share the school’s story and raise questions about the process on the Schilling show today from 12pm to 2pm. Cville Right Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Last November, Virginia voters turned out at high rates in a presidential race, but Larry Sabato from UVA’s Center for Politics said turnout will drop about 15 percentage points in the upcoming governor's race—citing lower stakes in state elections. 29 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Baseball swept Miami over the weekend with wins on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday to keep their NCAA Tournament hopes alive. The team won 6-1 Friday, rallied for a walk-off 10-9 win Saturday after trailing 8-4, and won 8-6 Sunday—upcoming contests against George Mason Tuesday at 6 p.m. and Virginia Tech Thursday May 15 will test their strength—adding pressure as the season continues. Cville Right Now
- ➤ Virginia pitcher Evan Blanco pitched in relief in a win over Miami on Saturday — he said he will move to the bullpen next — and noted the switch is meant to boost his effectiveness in future games. The Daily Progress
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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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Open House at 1317 Still Meadow Avenue
6-8 p.m. — 1317 Still Meadow Avenue — $795,000 — Explore a beautifully updated home with community amenities in one of Charlottesville's most sought after neighborhoods.
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Ramona Martinez Live
1-7 p.m. — Chiswell Farm & Winery — Cost not specified — Experience a heartfelt performance by honky tonker Ramona Martinez, bringing classic country vibes to life.
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Louis & Larrabee Duo Live Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Batesville Market — Preorder for guaranteed entry or cash at the door — Experience a genre-blurring musical collaboration featuring heartfelt originals and classic covers.
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Virtual Tour of Senior Living Community
9 AM - 7 PM — The Harbor at Renaissance of Greene County — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living amenities and culinary offerings in a virtual setting.
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