Good morning, Charlottesville.

Gearharts Fine Chocolates will hold an open house this weekend at its Charlottesville shop to mark 25 years in business, inviting fans to enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour and free chocolate samples.

The Thirty-fifth Chihamba Festival celebrated a member’s legacy at Booker T.

Washington Park on Saturday (featuring a memory walk for Marie Whitten) with live music and drum performances.

The 35th annual Chihamba African-American Cultural Arts Festival took place Saturday at Booker T.

Washington Park (honoring founding member Marie Whitten with a memorial walk and heritage scholarship), drawing community members together to enjoy music and drums.

Former Board of Visitors student rep Gregory Perryman wrapped up his term after working through rapid administrative changes and a leadership transition, and he stressed the need to share student concerns (nonvoting role) with Board members to improve decisions.

Jackson Sleadd began his term June 1.

The University relaunched its search for a permanent executive vice president and provost Monday, July 21 as Dean Gregory Fairchild chairs a new committee that includes faculty members & works with the U.Va.

Executive Search Group. Interim provost Brie Gertler will remain until a candidate is chosen by year-end.

Betty Phillips celebrated 70 years nursing at University Hospital Monday and still works part-time at U.Va.

Health's Plastic Surgery Clinic. Born in 1936 and raised locally, she advanced her career by earning a degree while caring for tuberculosis patients and helping to launch a part-time program for working nurses.

BrightStar Community Outreach Specialist Korey Hess explains how signs like weight loss, missed meals, and skipped doctor visits can signal elder self-neglect in Charlottesville — advice he offers families to start early home care conversations and ensure seniors get needed support.

Virginia’s Cavaliers golf team made history after three players earned PGA TOUR cards in the NCAA Championship.

Coach Sargent (ACC Coach of the Year) extended his contract through 2030, building a legacy that propels the players into professional ranks.

The Masons Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Ticket information required — Experience live music in a vibrant setting.