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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday night's flash floods closed several roads and shut down two school systems+ leaving VDOT to repair damaged driveways and roadways. 29 News
- ➤ Authorities in Albemarle County recovered the body of 12-year-old Jordan Sims (a local resident) after he was swept away by floodwaters during Tuesday night's storm. The Daily Progress
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UVA Police Department officers hosted a farewell party at Greer Elementary on Wednesday to mark a year of tutoring second graders as part of the Life Enrichment Center program, which helps kids from Title I schools improve their reading skills. Certificates, pizza, cake, and gifts celebrated the children’s progress while organizers seek new volunteers to expand the program — now also serving Albemarle County after starting in Richmond and Norfolk. 29 News
- ➤ UVA and Comcast Business have teamed up to test a new private cellular network on campus that will boost internet reliability in busy areas—using a special FCC band called Citizens Broadband Radio Service so devices connect automatically and work faster. 29 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Education reversed its earlier plan and now recommends that the former Federal Executive Institute campus at 1301 Emmet St. North be given to the University of Virginia so it can house its ROTC program instead of serving as preschool and administrative offices for City Schools. The General Services Administration has 30 days to reject the recommendation. Charlottesville Tomorrow
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UVA scientists received a $5.5M federal grant to study how ultrasound can make immunotherapy drugs safer and more precise for cancer patients — the project will test the new method in upcoming research. The Daily Progress
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia's junior tennis player Måns Dahlberg had a slow start this season but played his best in April and May—winning seven straight singles matches on Court 6. His strong play helped his team win a key ACC match and brought Virginia three wins away from a national championship. The Cavalier Daily
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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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Healing in the Garden
Register to join Cultivate Charlottesville and The Women's Initiative Sister Circle for Healing in the Garden this Saturday, May 17 from 12 to 2 pm. This FREE event will be held at the City of Promise garden on the corner of Page and 8th Streets and is open to all Black women and femmes interested in practicing mindfulness in a community growing space and taking home their own plants.
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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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Ramona and the Holy Smokes Live
5-9 p.m. — Ting Pavilion — Free entry — Enjoy classic country vibes with Ramona and the Holy Smokes at a local favorite venue.
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Piano Accordion Book Workshop
12-3 p.m. — Virginia Center for the Book — $25/$30 fee — Create a playful accordion booklet while exploring best crafting practices.
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