Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of July.
Good morning, Charlottesville.
James Monroe’s Highland will host the VA250 Mobile Museum starting July 31 — the museum is free and will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday to share key stories of Virginia’s history.
On Saturday, heavy rains and flooding damaged the 1800 block of Fray Road near the Greene County line and forced an extended closure under an Albemarle County flood warning until 10 p.m. The area received 2 to 4 inches of rain and flooding along Preddy Creek added to the damage.
Albemarle County replaced its web-based map tool that went offline after a cyberattack last month; the new viewer works on mobile devices and shows parcel details like assessed value, owner, school district, and zoning — planned updates will add features such as sketching and abutting owner identification later.
Advocates gathered in Charlottesville for a one-day summit on reproductive rights (hosted by the Virginia Reproductive Equity Alliance).
Women received free health checkups at Mount Zion First African Baptist Church in Charlottesville as part of an event addressing health disparities and prevention—local efforts to offer accessible care and education.
Local health experts gathered Saturday in Charlottesville to discuss research demonstrating alarming health disparities that put Black women at increased risk for childbirth complications and cancer.
Albemarle County teacher Chris Barnes is training for the IFBB Masters Olympia in Tokyo—he lost his father and recently became a grandfather—and will represent local strength while inspiring his students.
Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Enjoy lively gipsy rumba music every Tuesday evening.
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.
Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free admission — Enjoy lively gypsy rumba tunes every Tuesday evening.
Berto & Vincent - Wild Gypsy Rumba Night
7 p.m.-1 a.m. — The Bebedero — Cover charge applies — Experience wild Gypsy Rumba fused with Latin and Cuban rhythms as Berto & Vincent take the stage.
Cars & Coffee Charlottesville
8-10 a.m. — Barracks Road Shopping Center — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant display of diverse cars in a friendly atmosphere every first and third Saturday of the month.
Psi Games 2025
10 AM – 6 PM — Omni Charlottesville Hotel — Experience a day of mind-bending challenges and competitions.
Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Enjoy lively gypsy rumba music every Tuesday evening.
Wild Gypsy Rumba Night with Berto & Vincent
7 PM – 1 AM — The Bebedero — Free entry — Experience the electrifying fusion of Gypsy Rumba and Latin rhythms from talented musicians Berto & Vincent.
Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Enjoy lively gypsy rumba every Tuesday evening.
Berto & Vincent: Wild Gypsy Rumba
7 PM - 1 AM — The Bebedero — Check the venue for entry fee — Enjoy the wild Gypsy Rumba sounds with Latin and Cuban influences performed by Berto & Vincent.
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