Good morning, Charlottesville.

During Farm to School Week, Charlottesville schools and organizations joined Virginia farms to set a record in local food purchases as part of the 10th Crunch Heard + Round the Commonwealth event this week.

The seventh annual Rivanna River cleanup in September gathered more than 3 tons of garbage from local waterways to protect our environment.

Volunteers helped make a big difference in our community.

Albemarle County voters will decide on a referendum to allow a 1% sales tax increase to fund school construction projects (including a new high school and upgrades to aging schools).

If passed, the tax would yield about $20 million and expire in 2046.

Local officials are asking for community input during a 15-day comment period on an environmental review for the Pollocks Branch Pedestrian Trail Bridge project funded by a Community Development Block Grant.

A UVA Health doctor says shorter antibiotic courses may work as well as longer ones for some infections (a growing study suggests).

Experts say proper treatment length is key to keeping antibiotics effective.

The Virginia Department of Social Services is reminding families to follow safe sleep rules for every nap and night after 62 infant deaths in the first half of 2026.

The reminder aims to help protect babies by stressing clear guidelines.

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hosting a free drive-thru flu shot event today (no appointment needed) to help residents prepare for flu season.

The convenient setup offers quick vaccination and fewer delays for locals.

Fluvanna won 34-6 at its homecoming game on Friday night when running back Garrett Jordan scored five touchdowns to give Monticello its first district loss.

The team stays in the Jefferson District title race and will travel to Orange County next week — Monticello will host Charlottesville.

Fluvanna County’s homecoming game ended with a 34-6 win over Monticello on Friday night.

Running back Garrett Jordan scored five touchdowns, keeping Fluvanna in the Jefferson District title race as Monticello suffered its first district loss this season.