Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of August.
Good morning, Charlottesville.
🏘️ Community
The annual Albemarle County Fair returned this weekend (at James Monroe's Highland).
Tickets for the 48th annual fall Foxfield Races are on sale now at $60, with prices rising after Sept.
14. Families can enjoy free activities for kids (face painting, pony rides, and pony cart rides) before races begin at noon after 9:30 a.m., with proceeds benefiting Habitat for Humanity.
Last Friday, friends, family and neighbors gathered at Washington Park to unveil a memorial bench honoring Edward (Eddie) Harris, a longtime leader who founded Vinegar Hill Magazine and supported local youth programs.
The bench stands as a lasting tribute to his service and community impact.
Tickets for the 48th annual fall Foxfield Races are on sale; locals can secure seats + join in this cherished community event.
Charlottesville’s Haven shelter kicks off its annual 'Stock the Shelter' summer drive today and will collect essential items for people experiencing homelessness through Aug.
31 (donations can be dropped off directly or via the Amazon wish list).
🌲 Environment
State officials and local advocates gathered at Apex Clean Energy headquarters on Thursday to discuss Virginia's expanded shared solar program; they explained that shared solar projects let residents without rooftop installations save on electric bills and support local climate goals.
🏥 Health
The American Red Cross declared only its second national blood crisis (a four-year summer low supply) after a major drop in donations left hospitals with a critical shortage, especially of type-O blood.
Health officials urge eligible donors to schedule appointments to help maintain lifesaving supplies.
University of Virginia will receive increased funding as one of 14 recipients from a $6.6M boost to the Ryan White HIV program, set to improve local HIV care services.
The funding will enhance treatment and prevention efforts in the community.
🏈 Sports
Associate head coach Trevor Dunbar was named interim head for track and field and cross country by Athletics Director Carla Williams (yesterday) in Charlottesville.
He will lead the teams as a national search for a permanent coach begins after Vin Lananna’s departure to head the USA Track and Field Foundation.
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