Good morning, Charlottesville.

The city and county swim facilities open today for summer, with Chris Greene Lake and Mint Valley Springs available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day including Memorial Day—Walnut Creek in Albemarle County stays closed due to a harmful algae bloom until further notice.

George Ballew, senior VP at UVA Community Credit Union, said the new Hometown Heroes program helps local frontline workers (law enforcement, educators, medical, Fire Rescue, military) buy a home without a down payment.

Eligible individuals can apply online or visit a branch, and the initiative will remove financial barriers for those serving the community.

Charlottesville pedestrian advocate Kevin Cox, 72, was arrested on Wednesday for creating a chalk crosswalk after City Manager Sam Sanders reported his email to Police Chief Michael Kochis—he faces a Class 1 misdemeanor charge for intentional vandalism.

Waasi (Swahili for rebel) headlined the Friday After Five concert series at Ting Pavilion on May 23rd when he took the stage at 6:30 p.m. after releasing three original albums and building his unique hip-hop sound from local studio sessions and shows.

Monticello has launched the Feast of Reason series to let visitors experience what a Thomas Jefferson dinner party might have been like.

The series will feature traditional recipes and historical activities—inviting locals to explore our heritage.

Former Rep. Abigail Spanberger holds a 4% lead over Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears in the governor race, with a poll showing 52% support for Spanberger and 48% for Earle-Sears among 1,000 likely voters.

The survey, conducted May 9—13, had a 3.1% margin of error—indicating a close contest ahead of November's election.

Albemarle County Supervisor Mike Pruitt said that residential tax revenue costs more than it brings in and that the county will focus on commercial and agricultural taxes—this shift aims to boost job opportunities for working-class residents.

He also noted that the Affordable Housing Trust Fund will soon offer competitive grants to support more accessible housing.

Starting Tuesday, contractors will install a new 36-inch raw water pipeline near the Observatory Water Treatment Plant that will close Hereford Drive between the plant and UVA Hereford Residential College, routing traffic at the intersection of Hereford, Stadium, and Mimosa Drives via Stadium Road — Alderman Road — McCormick Road until July 31. The work will replace more than 70-year-old pipelines to improve our community’s water network.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Arcadian Wild Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — $ — Experience an evening of connection and community with The Arcadian Wild.

Tuesday Rumba Night

7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Experience vibrant gypsy rumba music led by guitarist Vincent Zorn every Tuesday evening.

Aimee Mann: 22 ½ Lost In Space Anniversary Tour

8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — Check venue for pricing — Celebrate Aimee Mann's iconic album with a live performance featuring Jonathan Coulton.

Tom Petty and Bob Dylan Tribute Concert

8:00-9:30 PM — The Jefferson Theater — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the music of Tom Petty and Bob Dylan in an exciting tribute concert.