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Charlottesville
Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nonprofit agencies reported to City Council on May 4 that 703 local residents experienced homelessness in the past year, an increase from 620 driven by higher rents + limited affordable housing. They stressed the need for more help as planning for a permanent shelter on Holiday Drive continues. Charlottesville Tomorrow
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ United Way of Greater Charlottesville is accepting applications for its Envision Enterprise Grants program to support small businesses & boost local economic growth. Eligible applicants should review the criteria and apply soon. CBS 19 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Virginia and Charlottesville City Schools were hit by a Canvas data breach last week that affected nearly 9,000 school systems. Officials are reviewing the incident to secure all systems. The Daily Progress
- ➤ The University’s Miller Arts Scholars presented their final interdisciplinary projects during the week of April 26 at campus, with 18 graduating students receiving stoles on April 29. All 52 scholars have detailed their journeys on the program website — showcasing collaborative work in art, drama, music, dance and creative writing. The Cavalier Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials are planning to relocate residents from the Free Bridge encampment to 2000 Holiday Drive for a temporary overnight shelter due to rising public health concerns (such as propane fires). City Manager Sam Sanders noted about 80 people could be moved as plans are developed with Clutch Consulting Group. Cville Right Now
- ➤ Charlottesville and Albemarle police departments held wreath-laying ceremonies Tuesday and Wednesday to honor fallen officers during National Police Week—efforts that include a memorial 5k planned for Friday to recognize those who continue serving the community. 29 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ VDH declared a measles outbreak in Buckingham County on Wednesday after confirming 12 cases that showed local transmission; health providers are advised to follow updated MMR vaccine guidelines to protect residents. Cville Right Now
- ➤ UVA Health is opening a new Facial Nerve Center to study facial paralysis and its impact on speech, vision and mental health. Specialists will research causes like Bell’s palsy and viral infections — a move aimed at improving care. 29 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Hollymead may soon get up to 2,400 new housing units at North Forke and Brookhill as hundreds of biotech jobs drive local growth; some residents worry a housing shortage could occur once the AstraZeneca plant and North Fork Discovery Park expansion are complete. 29 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia women’s golf advanced to the NCAA Championships after finishing fifth at UNC Finley Golf Course, marking the program’s 16th berth in 23 years. The team will compete in Carlsbad at Omni La Costa Resort and Spa starting May 22. The Cavalier Daily
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