Good morning, Charlottesville.

For its third consecutive year since the pandemic, the Healthy Birth Healthy Baby Expo connected families with essential resources to support healthy pregnancies and infant care in Charlottesville.

After UVA's win Friday night, fans rushed onto Scott Stadium—19 were treated for injuries as emergency responders restored safety.

Charlottesville Community Bikes and Living Earth School launched a drive for donated bikes and bike parts to provide free rides to people in need — the donations will also reduce landfill waste.

Del. Amy Laufer and Del.

Katrina Callsen said healthcare is the top concern in Central Virginia after Augusta Health announced three clinics will close due to Medicaid cuts from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—criticism aimed at Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, who claimed no Virginian will lose coverage despite fears of reduced access to care. They highlighted that rural areas feel the impact most when policy changes strain essential services.

Virginia college students use BORGs—a jug filled with water, alcohol and sports drinks—to enjoy parties, but health experts warn that these drinks give a false sense of safety and may lead to severe intoxication.

UVA Health is increasing awareness of thyroid cancer symptoms and treatment as Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month ends—Dr. Fowler said people with a neck nodule, a history of radiation, or family cases should get checked.

Mount Zion First African Baptist Church and UVA Health hosted the Know Your Numbers event to offer free lab tests and health screenings and expand services that had helped about 100 men by including women.

The event also provided free food, clothing and haircuts to support community health.

After UVA football's big win on Friday night, fans rushed the field and 19 people were injured — local emergency teams quickly responded to the incident.

Freshman forward Nicholas Simmonds has started all seven games for the Cavaliers, scoring four goals—including an equalizer against Virginia Tech and a brace against No-1 Wake Forest—and he is praised for his early impact as the team will play North Carolina at home on Saturday night at 7 p.m.

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.

Tuesday Rumba Night with Vincent Zorn

7-9 p.m. — The Bebedero — Free entry — Enjoy lively gypsy rumba music every Tuesday evening.

Samantha Fish Concert

7:00-9:30 p.m. — The Jefferson Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying blues sounds of multi-award-winning artist Samantha Fish live in Charlottesville.

Castle Rat Concert

7-9 p.m. — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience Medieval Fantasy Doom Metal with Castle Rat as they defend ‘The Realm’ from darkness.

The Dagga Boys Live Performance

1-7 p.m. — Chiles Peach Orchard and Farm Market — Free entry — Enjoy a great blend of old and new songs with bluesy guitar vibes from The Dagga Boys.

Pantops Community Celebration

7 PM — Avinity — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with fun activities in a peaceful neighborhood setting.

Berto and Vincent - Wild Gipsy Rumba

7-11 p.m. — The Bebedero — Cost not specified — Experience the exciting fusion of Gypsy Rumba guitars with Latin and Cuban influences.

The Infamous Stringdusters with The California Honeydrops

6:45-10:45 p.m. — Ting Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of engaging bluesy performances from two talented bands.

Madi Diaz Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Southern Café and Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the emotional depth of Madi Diaz's Grammy-nominated music live.

An Encounter with Early Vampires

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Graduate by Hilton Charlottesville — Tickets required — Explore the folklore and history behind early vampire myths in a scholarly talk.

YMCA Gatorade Halloween Hustle 10K Run & 2 Mile Family Walk

Sign up to run, walk, or volunteer at the YMCA Gatorade Halloween Hustle 10K & 2 Mile Family Walk on Oct. 25, featuring festive costumes, family fun, and a post-race party with bounce houses and contests! Proceeds go toward YMCA financial assistance, to ensure no one is turned away for inability to pay.