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Friday, June 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville's homeless population is at high risk during extreme heat as budget cuts limit support, and The Haven day shelter sees more people seeking refuge—city officials note that designated cooling centers have become vital to keep vulnerable residents safe. The growing need highlights challenges in funding and planning for proper care as temperatures rise and housing costs increase. 106.1 The Corner
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Charlottesville Albemarle SPCA urged tougher laws today after a plea deal let three men avoid jail time for mishandling 81 dogs seized from a puppy mill—Libby Jones said the deal exposes loopholes in law enforcement and weak penalties for animal abuse. Cville Right Now
- ➤ Albemarle County Police Sgt. Matthew Riley has been charged with driving under the influence after his car crashed into multiple parked cars at an apartment complex. The Daily Progress
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Businesses in Charlottesville and across the state will have to stop using expanded polystyrene foam food containers next week when the first phase of a statewide ban goes into effect — the move targets environmental waste. CBS 19 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ UVA economics professor Dr. Ed Burton spoke on Morning News today about Virginia’s proposed tax changes, college athletics, and union advocacy, saying that getting rid of the car tax can work only if spending cuts follow (he warned that merely raising other taxes might make things worse). Cville Right Now
- ➤ Charlottesville Public Works is clearing dangerous tree branches and broken limbs from overhanging power lines on the 700 block of Park Street near Northwood Ave (work is expected to last about 6 hours until 3:30 p.m.). Drivers are asked to move their vehicles from the area and expect intermittent traffic and temporary lane closures. 106.1 The Corner
- ➤ Albemarle Police say that since installing new speed cameras on Hydraulic Road and Lambs Lane, speeding in school zones dropped by 49% northbound + 42% southbound during the 8-month school period. They say fewer than 10,000 citations were issued and reinvested funds will support future traffic safety projects. Cville Right Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Bobby Chhabra, Chair of UVA Orthopedics, said rising overuse in youth sports is linked to more Achilles tendon injuries seen in the NBA, noting recent playoff cases. He urged parents to let kids play three sports a year & give them enough rest as they grow. Cville Right Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Virginia, students earn Sabre Points by scanning into regular season games—football counts for five points and early entry adds five extra—to help secure men's basketball tickets via a lottery. The points also set their entry groups that determine when they can enter the arena for better seating. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ Crozet’s Meg Knutson led her three-generation family to set an amateur U.S. Open pickleball record last month in Naples by winning gold in women’s and mixed doubles—her niece and mother also added medals for a total of 11. She trained with Charlottesville’s local pickleball expert and now plans to compete again next year. 29 News
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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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All-Comers Summer Track Meets
10:30 PM — 1400 Melbourne Rd, Charlottesville, VA — Entry fee varies — Participate in a historic race series welcoming competitors of all ages and abilities.
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Can't Feel My Face: 2010s Dance Party
9-11 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — 18+ Only — Dance the night away at the biggest 2010s dance party in the country with fire DJs and nostalgic visuals.
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Boar's Head Turn & Burn 5-Mile Trail Race
7:30-10 a.m. — Boar's Head Resort — Registration fees vary — Compete in a scenic 5-mile lollipop trail race at the beautiful Boar's Head Resort.
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Vincent Zorn Live at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
12-6 p.m. — Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards — Cost Unknown — Experience Latin guitar melodies with award-winning wine and stunning views.
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Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Check venue for details — Experience lively gypsy rumba every Tuesday evening.
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Lukas Nelson Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience GRAMMY Award-winning artist Lukas Nelson deliver an unforgettable live performance.
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David Wax Museum: Golden Hour
8 PM – 12 AM — Fry's Spring Beach Club — Cost info not provided — Experience the globally recognized sound of David Wax Museum live in Charlottesville.
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Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Enjoy lively gipsy rumba music every Tuesday evening.
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Virginia Wine & Oyster Celebration
5-8 p.m. — Eastwood Farm and Winery — Cost varies — Enjoy fresh oysters and live music by Matthew O'Donnell in a beautiful winery setting.
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