Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
Good morning, Charlottesville.
Today, Dues introduced a new scrubs brand that offers versatile and comfortable gear for healthcare workers to help women feel confident in both work and personal roles—co-founder Ebony Jade Hilton said the scrubs are designed to support shifting daily demands.
CvilleBioHub announced it will expand its Commonwealth BioAccelerator and North Fork Discovery Park facilities in northern Albemarle County—millions in new funding will support the project.
The University of Virginia named Dr. Colin Derdeyn as interim dean of the School of Medicine after Dr. Melina Kibbe resigned—effective Sept.
3—to lead UT Health Houston. Dr. Derdeyn, a UVA alum and radiology chair since 2024, accepted the appointment.
Inez Gonzalez will resign as the executive director of Charlottesville’s Police Civilian Oversight Board effective tomorrow—leaving the board weakened after it lost half its members—and she will take a similar role in California while urging the community to work on codifying its achievements.
State Sen. Creigh Deeds said the UVA Board of Visitors has not shielded the university from outside influences as key decisions near the end of Jim Ryan’s term may have lacked input from former leaders—he sits on committees that oversee university actions.
He wrote a letter nearly two weeks ago with questions for the board—he still backs interim President Paul Mahoney.
Charlottesville is asking developers and organizations for submissions of multi-family affordable housing projects as part of its annual capital housing planning—proposals must be submitted by 5 p.m. on September 12.
Circuit Court Judge Claude V.
Worrell II ruled that arguments in the White vs. Charlottesville case over the revised zoning ordinance will continue as the city must file defense arguments by Monday and the plaintiffs must reply by Wednesday. Mayor Juandiego Wade said the city will re-pass the ordinance that allows taller buildings to boost housing opportunities, no matter the case outcome.
School speed zone cameras at Tall Oaks Elementary, Summit Elementary, and Charlottesville Middle in Charlottesville and at Western Albemarle High, Henley Middle, and Brownsville Elementary in Albemarle County are now in a warning period until September 7 and September 12 respectively—drivers who go more than 10 mph over the limit are monitored in person until the cameras start ticketing. Officials installed the cameras to help reduce dangerous speeding near schools.
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.
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.
Ramona Martinez Concert
6 PM – 12 AM — Mejicali — Free entry — Enjoy classic country tunes from honky tonker Ramona Martinez in a delightful evening setting.
Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Experience lively gypsy rumba every Tuesday evening.
Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn
7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Enjoy lively gypsy rumba music every Tuesday evening.
Runaway Gin Concert
8:30 – 10:00 PM — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Tickets starting at $37 — Catch the lively tribute to Phish with fellow music lovers in Charlottesville.
Berto & Vincent Wild Gypsy Rumba
7 PM – 1 AM — The Bebedero — Check for ticket prices — Experience the electrifying blend of Gypsy Rumba and Latin rhythms by Berto & Vincent.
Gasolina Reggaetón Party
9-10:30 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — 18 & Over Only — Experience the vibrant energy of reggaetón and Latin music at this exciting community event.
Chatham County Line and The Mammals Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of engaging live music from Chatham County Line and The Mammals.
Cars & Coffee Charlottesville
8-10 a.m. — Barracks Road Shopping Center — Free entry — Explore a diverse collection of cars in a casual and vibrant atmosphere.
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