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Friday, June 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Virginia state trooper Logan Pingley has been charged with issuing a threat — he left a pair of disturbing notes on an Albemarle County woman's doorstep. The Daily Progress
- ➤ Batesville man Craig Thomas Handley, 74, entered an Alford plea for a felony shooting charge from a vehicle after a neighbor dispute on Aug. 28—he maintained his innocence and was released under house arrest while other charges were dropped. The Daily Progress
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tom Chapman stepped down as executive director of the Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society after five years of reviving the organization—passing leadership to Olivia Brown last month. Brown now leads the society and plans to expand its education programs and secure more funding—efforts aimed at preserving local history and engaging the community. The Daily Progress
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UVa closed several classrooms at its Earhart Street Child Development Center after a new certificate reduced room capacity on May 28, displacing 39 children whose parents quickly secured backup care. The university will fully close the center when the new Rivanna Child Development Center opens late June or early July—most staff will start with Bright Horizons on June 29. The Daily Progress
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville City Council will vote on June 16 on spending $8.7 million from the Capital Improvement Program Contingency Fund to upgrade the downtown mall ahead of its 50th anniversary next year. The plan includes $1 million for improvements such as new public restrooms at a $280,000 cost, brick repairs estimated at $350,000, planned lighting upgrades, and a future ambassador program to assist visitors—aiming to enhance the mall’s safety and appeal. 3WV
- ➤ After more than 280 residents signed a petition, the Albemarle County Board of Supervisors on June 4th split their vote on a request to fill 1.5 acres of floodplain connected to Moore’s Creek for the Woolen Mills Industrial Park project—neighbors said filling the land would block road access. The tied vote denied the permit—keeping the floodplain unchanged. 29 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local radiothon raised $60,000 on June 5 to help improve care at UVA Health Children's. The donation will expand neonatal and pediatric intensive care, support research and family assistance, and boost cardiology and cancer treatment—ensuring better care for young patients. 29 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia swimmers claimed four US titles at the Toyota National Championships in Indianapolis yesterday—Kate Douglass won the 200 breaststroke in 2:21.45, Claire Curzan won the 200 backstroke in 2:05.09, Jack Aikens set the fastest 2025 time in the men’s 200 backstroke at 1:54.25, and Gretchen Walsh broke her own American record in the 50m butterfly while winners may earn a spot at the World University Games in Berlin starting July 17. Cville Right Now
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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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2nd Annual Cultivate Cup Pickleball Fundraiser
This will be a fun-filled day of friendly competition and community engagement, all to support local nonprofit Cultivate Charlottesville! All levels are welcome, and we will match you with a partner if you need one for this round-robin style tournament.
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