Morning
Charlottesville
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville spray grounds are open for the 2026 season. The water features help locals beat the summer heat and enjoy a refreshing break. 29 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Naima Sawaya reflected on her years of service at The Cavalier Daily (including her roles as editor-in-chief and executive editor) as she prepares to leave the newsroom. Her farewell notes celebrate local journalism’s impact and its role as an educational platform for aspiring reporters in Charlottesville. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ Graduates and their families gathered on Saturday, May 16 at UVA Grounds for Finals Weekend as the Class of 2026 was recognized during its final exercises. The event celebrated a key milestone in the academic journey for the new alumni. 29 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia's Cavaliers won 8-3 on Thursday but then lost 12-2 on Friday as coach Pollard cited mental mistakes in defense and baserunning. The rubber match is set for Saturday at 1 p.m. — the final regular season game that could affect their ACC record and NCAA Tournament seeding. The Cavalier Daily
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