Wednesday, June 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ King Family Vineyard will host its second annual fireworks show in Crozet—coordinating with the Crozet Board of Trade to collect donations and working with Albemarle County to secure a special use permit. 29 News
- ➤ North Garden Volunteer Fire Company received 2,532 cans of emergency drinking water donated by Virginia Eagle on June 9—helping firefighters stay hydrated during summer emergencies—and will distribute water across its apparatus for quick access during calls. 29 News
- ➤ Charlottesville will host its 43rd annual Women’s Four Miler Race on August 30 to raise funds for the UVA Breast Cancer Center, with registration fees at $40 until July 30 and options to run in person or virtually. Organized by Foxfield and the Charlottesville Track Club, the race also features a volunteer-led training program starting July 12 at Charlottesville High School—virtual sessions are available if in-person ones are full. Cville Right Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cumbre Coffee & Bakery opened its second location inside Dairy Market in Charlottesville and now serves its familiar Argentinean menu plus new options like omelets and authentic cakes — the cafe operates from 7:30 a.m. — 9:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 7:30 a.m. — 10:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. 29 News
- ➤ An Argentine bakery and cafe called Cumbre Coffee and Bakery opened its second location inside Dairy Market in Charlottesville and will serve customers the same menu as its original shop. 29 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Archaeologists are excavating 5 feet into the cellar at James Monroe's Highland estate in Albemarle County this summer—aiming to uncover if the space was used for storage, cider brewing, or housing enslaved workers. The work began on May 21 and will continue through July 3 while the site remains open for visitors. The Daily Progress
- ➤ Molly Joyce, a composer at UVA, uses adaptive technology (motion sensors and musical gloves) to create music for orchestras and operas despite her impaired left arm from a childhood accident; she uses her work to express the full range of her personal experience with disability. 29 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville Parks and Recreation is using targeted herbicide to remove invasive plants in sites including Jordan Park, Azalea, Forest Hills, Washington Park, the Rivanna Trail, and the Butterfly Greenway—work that will continue through June 27 to restore native habitats for local wildlife. 29 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee passed a bill that may cut Medicaid funding and impose work requirements — rules that could affect about 480,000 Virginians. Safety-net clinics like Bradley Free Clinic are already cutting staff and services — steps taken as they brace for more uninsured patients and less federal support. 3WV
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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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