Good morning, Charlottesville.

The Charlottesville community gathered on Monticello’s West Lawn on Monday as former PBS News Hour anchor Judy Woodruff discussed press freedom and local news challenges, with Jamelle Bouie moderating the event.

The discussion examined media consolidation and stressed a commitment to nonpartisan reporting.

The Justice Is Community Summit showed how restorative justice (an alternative to conventional punishment) can repair harm.

Organized by Central Virginia Community Justice with local school partners, the event ended on Sept. 24 at 3 p.m. and offered new options for addressing conflict in our community.

A third phase proposal for Dairy Market, including 277 apartments, a 133-room hotel and parking deck, sparked tension at a Jefferson School meeting as 10th and Page residents pressed for affordable housing and community input — developers plan to incorporate feedback while the City reviews the proposal.

The iconic Virginia Film Festival returns for its 39th year in downtown Charlottesville, offering a full lineup + special guests across multiple venues.

Local film fans can look forward to diverse screenings and engaging discussions throughout the event.

The University’s Student Technology Council, made up of 20 students, aims to bring student input to tech decisions; fourth-year Data Science student Kayla Kim leads the hybrid council (with Policy team headed by Hafsah Zaman and Projects team led by Rishi Chandra) as it plans surveys and town halls.

At Monday's meeting, City Council heard that the $78.2 million parks plan over the next 10 years has only 13% funding so far.

The plan includes public art using melted bronze in three parks (originally slated for six) and major improvements at Market Street Park.

UVA Women’s Center is launching a seven-week support group for students facing anxiety or OCD — sessions begin today at 10 a.m. — and offer peer support and access to licensed counselors.

Girls Who Lift is a free weightlifting group made for women at the University that started in 2025 and meets weekly to offer guidance and support.

The group helps beginners gain confidence and learn proper techniques — a welcome change from crowded male-dominated gym sessions.

Virginia lost 38-27 to West Virginia in Charlotte (the Cavaliers struggled to make big plays) and now prepares to face Delaware Saturday in their nonconference slate.

The Street Underdog Warriors will host their first college boxing exhibition featuring a match between UVA and JMU on Saturday, Sept.

26 in Charlottesville, highlighting local college talent.

Noah Dyer, a fourth-year swimmer, became SAAC president this fall to lead student-athlete advocacy and improve services like dining and team events at the University.

He will work with vice president Elijah Slibeck to guide policy changes with the NCAA — a key step for athlete support.