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Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today the Albemarle County Fair celebrated local agriculture by focusing on farming exhibits and traditional practices rather than Ferris wheels or cotton candy & simple displays that honor the region’s heritage. Organizers said the event aims to bring the community together & support local farming traditions. 29 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Former UVA basketball and football player Mark Cooke returned to Charlottesville and joined CavFutures Marketing Inc. as chief operating officer in June—he now works with UVA’s football and basketball teams to set up NIL deals and build career paths for student athletes. Cville Right Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Virginia State’s Police 3A Task Force executed two search warrants in Charlottesville on Thursday afternoon and early evening. The first warrant was served on the 1200 block of Cherry Avenue and the second at the 600 block of 6th Street SE — no further details were provided. 3WV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner said they are disappointed that Gov. Youngkin and Attorney General Miyares have not resisted federal pressure affecting state higher education and criticized the UVA Board of Visitors for not supporting former president Jim Ryan when he resigned under pressure last month. They added that the appeal of a ruling blocking some university board appointees remains uncertain. Cville Right Now
- ➤ Virginia has not yet said how it will enforce new federal SNAP rules that require work and restrict some immigrants—Legal Aid Justice Center counsel said no one will lose benefits without written notice. SNAP benefits distributed from August 1 to 4 continue as usual, leaving many residents uncertain about future changes. Charlottesville Tomorrow
- ➤ A statement from UVA released on Friday said the deed was filed with the Charlottesville Circuit Court Clerk, officially transferring former FEI from the U.S. Department of Education to UVA. CBS 19 News
- ➤ RWSA will begin a four-year water main project this fall to upgrade Charlottesville's water system—this project has been planned for decades to strengthen service for residents. CBS 19 News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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.
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Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
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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Ramona Martinez Concert
6 PM – 12 AM — Mejicali — Free entry — Enjoy classic country tunes from honky tonker Ramona Martinez in a delightful evening setting.
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Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Experience lively gypsy rumba every Tuesday evening.
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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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