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Sunday, July 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville hosted the 34th Chihamba African culture festival where vendors and musical guests showed handmade goods and traditional clothing (reflecting African heritage) in a community event. 29 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Virginia has named 28 people to a committee that will choose its 10th president—members will soon start their search for a new leader. The Daily Progress
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Fairfax County judge will decide by Tuesday if eight of Gov. Youngkin's appointees can serve on the boards of UVA, VMI, and George Mason. If the judge blocks them, the attorney general will ask for a stay—this ruling may delay board meetings and affect school leadership. The Daily Progress
- ➤ This week, the Charlottesville-UVA-Albemarle Emergency Communications Center celebrated its 911 dispatchers—public safety professionals who send police and fire rescue help promptly. The center shared behind the scenes photos as part of the national 24/7 day effort to honor these vital workers. 29 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new CDC study shows one in three teens has prediabetes and a UVA professor of pediatrics warns that the American diet is harming kids by raising risks like obesity and high blood pressure. Doctor Christine Solorzano recommends cutting ultra-processed foods and adding daily exercise to help protect long-term health — a change she says is crucial. 29 News
- ➤ A CDC study shows one in three teens now has prediabetes, and a UVA professor said the American diet must change to lower disease risks—this study may prompt local health officials to review nutrition programs. 29 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Swimmers from across central Virginia gathered this weekend in Charlottesville for the Jefferson Swim League championships — seventeen teams raced over two days with fast times and strong teamwork. The meet celebrated the end of summer swim season with cheering crowds and memorable finishes. 29 News
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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.
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Psi Games 2025
10 AM – 6 PM — Omni Charlottesville Hotel — Experience a day of mind-bending challenges and competitions.
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Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Enjoy lively gypsy rumba music every Tuesday evening.
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7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Enjoy lively gypsy rumba every Tuesday evening.
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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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C'Vinyl Night
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Jefferson Theater — 18 & Over Only — Enjoy a night of vinyl music in a vibrant local venue.
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Erynn McLeod EP Release Show
6:00-7:30 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Ticket info pending — Celebrate the release of Erynn McLeod's EP with special guests Kylie Grunsfeld, Claire Boyer, & Tyler Meacham.
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