Good morning, Charlottesville.

Louisa County Animal Shelter is asking local residents to foster kittens this summer (30 to 45 cats per month arrive compared to 10 in winter) to care for them until they find permanent homes.

The Posse Foundation supports diverse college students with full-tuition scholarships and mentorship at the University.

The program offers a rigorous nomination and interview process, weekly training and retreats, and connects scholars to career opportunities, empowering them to overcome financial challenges and unlock academic and personal growth + leadership skills.

Charlottesville Area Transit will hire 10 bus drivers and 5 support staff starting July 1 as part of a city council plan to add 40 operators over the next four years to ease strain on current services.

The roles offer $24.15 an hour with paid CDL training.

Charlottesville Area Transit announced today it is hiring new operators to manage growing ridership and reduce strain on current drivers.

The agency plans to boost service quality as demand increases.

UVA Health researchers launched the digital weSIPsmarter trial at eight Head Start centers to help families reduce sugary drink intake among young children.

Funded by a $669,251 grant, the study seeks four more rural centers in Appalachia or the South (targeting 372 families).

Since February 2025, U.Va.

Health has seen major leadership changes when CEO Craig Kent resigned and Dr. Mitchell Rosner became permanent (Sept. 12) after serving as interim. Interim appointments have been made for the School of Medicine and Medical Center as the search for permanent leaders continues.

Sounds of Summer Concert

6-8 p.m. — Tonsler Recreation Center — Free entry — Kick off summer with live music from the 100 Proof Go Go Band and tasty treats from Carnelos Burritos.

Life Hacks for Distracted Brains

5:30-8 p.m. — Graduate by Hilton Charlottesville — Ticketed event — Explore research-based strategies to manage distractions in our busy lives.

Shawn Mullins Concert

8 p.m. — The Southern Café & Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of melodic storytelling with Shawn Mullins in a cozy venue.