Good morning, Charlottesville.

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources will offer free fishing days from June 5 to 7 so anglers can fish without paying the usual $18 permit fee.

Anglers may fish in fresh and saltwater with free instruction at state events + local options like Riverview Park in Charlottesville.

Crews are working to complete a safety and beautification project ahead of Downtown Mall's 50th anniversary celebrations this summer — a key milestone for the public space in Charlottesville.

Charlottesville officials honored late restaurateur Mel Walker by naming a stretch of road (near his former café) after him, recognizing his decades of service to the community.

The dedication celebrates his lasting impact on local cuisine.

Service Dogs of Virginia is showcasing statues to fuel a community art effort that raises funds for service dog training in Charlottesville — locals are invited to support this ongoing initiative.

A Charlottesville chef is set to leave his cooking role soon to pursue his lifelong sailing dream (he will swap coq au vin and trout amandine for life at sea) as he embarks on a bold new adventure.

Nearly 67 years after desegregating schools, the Charlottesville Twelve meet to share their experiences — ensuring the lessons of equality remain part of the community's history.

They are planning local events to continue this important legacy.

Monticello Wine Trail announced the winners of the Monticello Cup Gold Medal on Tuesday, June 2 in Monticello.

The awards recognized local wineries for excellent wine production.

Dominion Energy has launched its Energy Share program to help households pay high summer electric bills with up to $300 — the program runs until Sept.

30, and interested residents can check their eligibility online.