Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of September.
Good morning, Charlottesville.
Old Ivy Road will close on Sept.
27 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for Loop De’ Ville safety between Faulkner Way and the Ivy Road intersection (motorists should use alternative routes).
The 10th & Page Neighborhood Association is hosting a community meeting at the Jefferson School today at 6 p.m. to discuss the Dairy Central expansion by Stony Point Development Group, as nearby residents voice concerns over rising taxes and local services changes.
Old Ivy Road will close between Faulkner Way and the Ivy Road intersection on Sept.
27 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for Loop De’ Ville events—drivers should choose alternative routes.
UVA has secured $275 million to build a new Center for the Arts that will include a 1,200-seat theater, recital hall, and museum spaces.
The project will break ground in spring 2027 and open in 2030 as a venue for UVA students and local arts groups.
The Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce report shows that regional sales taxes rose over 8.5% in Q2, boosting millions for local services.
Sales in the area increased 5-8%, though a tax correction in Charlottesville led to a slight drop.
The Honor Committee debated changes to the student appeal process at its Sunday meeting — removing the finality clause and easing criteria — and accepted new support officers while approving three event co-sponsorships; the next meeting is set for 7 p.m. in Newcomb Hall Room 480.
A study shows planned housing in Greene County could add over 1,600 students to local schools, which are nearing capacity.
School officials are preparing for growth and voters will decide on a referendum on Nov. 3 to fund school upgrades.
Virginia agencies and community groups met Tuesday, Sept.
22 to plan support for families facing new federal work requirements for Medicaid and SNAP under H.R.1. New Medicaid guidelines begin for new applicants on Jan. 1 while current members must meet requirements on renewal (clients should update their contact info to receive timely notices).
The Community Mental Health and Wellness Coalition is hosting a free recovery fair at IX Park today from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Local health groups and community-based recovery support services (providing Narcan, food and a documentary screening of Untreated and Unheard) will offer free resources.
UVA will host Delaware Saturday night at Scott Stadium in its final non-conference game; the team seeks a comeback after a tough loss in Charlotte and will honor UVA Strong honorees (Lavel Davis Jr., Devin Chandler and D’Sean Perry) during the event.
Blue Ridge School linebacker Ryann Mayamona was named the fourth Falcon Club Player of the Week after strong defensive plays against Virginia Episcopal last week; the Barons improved to 2-1 and will host North Cross Friday.
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