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Charlottesville
Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Crozet Volunteer Fire Department will host a Firehouse 5K, Kids Fun Run and Pancake Breakfast this Saturday at Fire Station 5 — the event is open for families and community members to join in a day of exercise and treats. CBS 19 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville food expert Simon Davidson said that beloved sandwich shops Little John's and Chickadee closed + the Chickadee space may become a grocery market. Davidson also noted that Maple Tree Cafe opened at 920 9 1/2 St NE as Lauren McRaven Hockaday returned to make sandwiches and host pop-up events. Cville Right Now
- ➤ After 13 years with the organization, former COO and interim chief executive Andrea Copeland has been named CEO of the Charlottesville Chamber of Commerce. The Daily Progress
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Monticello High School hosted a robotics competition for middle school students from across the district who built and programmed robots using this year’s first Lego League Challenge materials (an in-house event not tied to the national competition). Organizers said more competitions will be held later this year. 29 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Albemarle County Service Authority released its 2024 Water Quality Report and found no lead service lines in the water system while testing over 100 substances—including bacteria, disinfectants, and metals—to show the water meets all state and federal standards. 29 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Clean Cities at James Madison University announced that Dominion Energy will install EV chargers along JAUNT rural transit routes—using a US Department of Energy grant to set up a pilot charging network for transit vehicles and public use. Dominion Energy will provide the infrastructure and share results with other transit providers to guide future projects. 3WV
- ➤ Gov. Youngkin vetoed a $1.37 million funding request for a 0.8-mile connector trail in Albemarle County that would have linked Biscuit Run to the new tribute park—local lawmakers and residents expressed disappointment and questioned the governor's decision after the General Assembly’s approval. Lawmakers argued that the small investment would have provided safe, accessible outdoor space for the community. The Daily Progress
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors Foundation is partnering with local housing groups to build eight permanently affordable homes in Victorian Heights using a land trust model that reduces costs—$400,000 homes offered for $275,000—to help moderate-income families achieve homeownership in Albemarle County. 29 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Cavaliers men's golf team qualified for the NCAA Championship after beating Auburn in the quarterfinal and Florida in the semifinal. They will face Oklahoma State at 6:00 p.m. Eastern on the golf channel — a first for the program. Cville Right Now
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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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The Arcadian Wild Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — $ — Experience an evening of connection and community with The Arcadian Wild.
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Tuesday Rumba Night
7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Experience vibrant gypsy rumba music led by guitarist Vincent Zorn every Tuesday evening.
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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.
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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.
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Charles Wesley Godwin Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Ting Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sound of West Virginia in an enchanting evening of music.
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Lydi Conklin: Songs of No Provenance
7-8 p.m. — New Dominion Bookshop — Free entry — Engage in a compelling discussion about identity and art with the debut novelist Lydi Conklin.
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The Legwarmers Live Show
9-11 PM — The Jefferson Theater — 18+ event — Relive the Eighties with fun music and nostalgic moves from the Legwarmers.
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