Wednesday, July 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The union representing Kroger workers announced a protest to keep the Emmett Street store open—members plan to gather soon to oppose its closure—stressing that the action aims to preserve local jobs and community access. 29 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cardinal Home Center is advising homeowners on choosing windows that boost energy efficiency and lasting durability. Sales Manager Matt Utz (of the Madison showroom) explains that Marvin windows come in many styles to fit each home's needs. Cville Right Now
- ➤ SunPins has brought duckpin bowling back to Charlottesville—opening in the Dairy Market food hall where a steakhouse closed last September. The alley offers six lanes, a bar and full-service kitchen and uses a new string system to move the pins while charging $10 per bowler per hour. The Daily Progress
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce and the City’s Office of Economic Development will host NextGen Skilled Trades Day on October 4 at Piedmont Virginia Community College to boost local skilled trades as many current workers retire—this free event will feature interactive stations and large equipment demos for career changers, high schoolers and families. Cville Right Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Charlottesville Fire Department is bringing back its Girls Fire and EMS camp to give teen girls hands-on training in fire safety and emergency care. The program has added two extra spots to help more young women explore careers as first responders—opening doors in a field that has long been male dominated. 29 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville’s Office of Sustainability presented its annual climate report to City Council Monday night to assess the city’s progress amid federal funding cuts. The report showed mixed results—new solar projects were completed while transportation emissions increased and extreme weather impacts grew. 29 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After University President Jim Ryan resigned, the Board of Visitors must choose an interim leader and later a permanent president while Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell warned that selecting a candidate without a strong higher education background, such as former Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli, may bring consequences. Surovell said lawmakers are exploring reforms+ urging stricter appointment procedures as acting president Jennifer Wagner Davis takes over on July 11+ until the dispute is resolved. The Cavalier Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UVA Athletic Director Carla Williams said the Cavaliers brand has grown nationally as teams appear on the ACC network+ ESPN outlets in the new NIL era. Cav Futures executive Lo Davis said UVA athletes will soon have more chances to secure third-party deals as the school builds on its strong reputation. Cville Right Now
- ➤ Virginia's men's basketball team experienced a big offseason after a 15-17 season that saw a legend retire and many players and staff shift roles — transfers like Thijs de Ridder and Malik Thomas join while several players leave and support staff changes continue. Coach Ryan Odom leads a program now reshaping its roster and operations with a crowded transfer portal and returning veterans. The Cavalier Daily
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Vincent Zorn Live at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
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Lukas Nelson Concert
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David Wax Museum: Golden Hour
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Virginia Wine & Oyster Celebration
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