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Charlottesville
Friday, September 12th, 2025
Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The atrium at Fontaine fire station is open today for quiet reflection with a 9/11 memorial display that includes a 17-foot piece of steel, a stone from the Pentagon, and a rock from Shanksville. Albemarle County Fire Rescue and the Charlottesville Fire Department will join a stair climb at John Paul Jones Arena Saturday at 8:00 a.m. — a living tribute to the 343 firefighters lost on that day. 3WV
- ➤ UVA ROTC organized a stair climb where participants took more than 2,000 steps and shared 101 stories to remember those who risked their lives on 9/11—an event aimed at giving back to the community. 29 News
- ➤ Fire Chief Dan Eggleston urged young firefighters to honor the legacy of 9/11—24 years later—as they learn about the day through personal stories. 29 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Basta Pasta in Charlottesville serves homemade Italian dishes with fresh pasta and sauces in the Dairy Market—today, residents can purchase a $50 gift card for $25 through Cville Local Deals, keeping the local gem a must-try for authentic dining. Cville Right Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Monticello is getting a fresh paint job today in preparation for America's 250th anniversary next year — the work is set to ready the site for a huge celebration. The Daily Progress
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Ghazala Hashmi held an education roundtable at the McGuffey Art Center in Charlottesville on Thursday where panelists discussed public school funding and the risks of shifting support to private voucher programs. Community leaders including a UVA professor and school board members warned that funding cuts would weaken a system that serves as a community hub—an issue facing local schools ahead of November. Cville Right Now
- ➤ Lt. Gov. candidate Ghazala Hashmi spoke at a Charlottesville roundtable to endorse more state funding for public schools—she said the plan would improve education for local students. 29 News
- ➤ Student Council launched its new Public Service Advisory Board website and a 45-page guidebook on ethical leadership during Tuesday’s general meeting. The Council also updated students on the Cavalier Career Closet clothing drive, which accepts donations until September 23, plus improved dining options with a 24-hour minimarket and extended cafe hours at the School of Law. The Cavalier Daily
- ➤ Kate Gillen is a fourth-year Batten student who makes TikTok videos showing her everyday life on campus—she works as a Student Communications Intern and shares authentic University traditions. Her videos started as fun home movies and have now grown to over 2.3 million likes, making her a familiar face on Grounds. The Cavalier Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the UVA Board of Visitors met amid criticism from Wahoos4UVA, who claim the Board violates state law by not meeting the required 17-member composition since it has only 12 members. University officials said the Board is within its rights to meet—confirming that its actions follow the Code of Virginia. 29 News
- ➤ Albemarle County’s new interim registrar Debbie Wilson has started prepping for in-person absentee voting that will begin next week after taking over following Lauren Eddy’s resignation amid an investigation for financial misconduct. Wilson said her seasoned office and newly promoted elections manager Alex Branch have set up the process to keep elections running smoothly until November. 106.1 The Corner
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Virginia Athletics announced Wednesday that former UVA linebacker Charles McDaniel and his wife Tricia pledged $1 million to the Football Enhancement Fund—this gift pushed the matching challenge past $3 million and will extend support through the end of the year. 3WV
- ➤ Virginia's football team will work to fix its mistakes from last week after a tough 35-31 loss to NC State by focusing on run defense and tackling. Coach Tony Elliott said the team plans to boost its defense and create turnovers — key changes before its Saturday game against William & Mary on ACC Network at noon. The Cavalier Daily
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Cville Veg Fest
11 AM – 4 PM — IX Art Park — Free entry — Enjoy vegan food, speakers, live entertainment, and activities for all ages at this community celebration.
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Charlottesville PBR Rodeo
8:00-9:30 p.m. — John Paul Jones Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling rodeo entertainment with PBR's top performers.
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Stanford Cardinal vs. Virginia Cavaliers Football
7:30-9 p.m. — Scott Stadium — Cost info not provided — Catch an exciting football matchup between Stanford and Virginia.
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Tyler Childers Concert
7-9 p.m. — John Paul Jones Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Tyler Childers with proceeds supporting local Appalachian initiatives.
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The Concussion Discussion
5:30-8:00 p.m. — Graduate by Hilton Charlottesville — Ticket prices vary — Explore the latest research and treatment debate surrounding concussions with expert insights.
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Will Overman - 'Stranger' Release Celebration
5-11 p.m. — Sidetracks Music — Free entry — Celebrate the release of Will Overman's new music with songs and stories from this local favorite.
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Oktoberfest Celebration at Blue Mountain Brewery
All day — Blue Mountain Brewery — Inquire about pricing — Enjoy ten days of festive German food, live music, and games.
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Ramona & The Holy Smokes Live
6-7 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an engaging evening with Ramona & The Holy Smokes featuring Kai Crowe-Getty and Olivia Ellen Lloyd.
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Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Jefferson Theater — Tickets available through Ticketmaster — Experience the Medicine Anniversary Tour with Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors in a cozy venue.
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Dementia Care Model Presentation
4-5 p.m. — Northside Library — Free entry — Learn about the GUIDE model for dementia care and its impact on non-medical home care reimbursement.
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