Good morning, Charlottesville.

United Way of Greater Charlottesville awarded seven local small businesses $5,000 each through its 2027 Business Development Grants to support community growth.

U.Va. suspended non-required CPT for F‑1 students in August—limiting optional internships and off-required work; university advisors now offer email updates and support sessions for affected students.

College Mentors for Kids pairs university students with local elementary children during weekly sessions at Ern Commons, offering guest speakers + interactive activities that build confidence and lasting friendships while mentors also lead fundraising efforts.

Hooligans Break(dance)ing Crew, the only university club teaching freestyle dance, offers students workshops and casual jams to build their skills.

It will host its non-competitive Rotunda Sesh on Saturday, Nov. 7 and plans a trip to George Mason University later this year.

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital held a drive-through flu shot event Saturday morning in Charlottesville as flu season began.

Six booths provided vaccinations until noon.

Cardinal Home Center paint expert Dennis Moneymaker shared his tips for a flawless finish on projects today, advising homeowners to repair imperfections before painting and use primer on raw or moisture damaged surfaces to prevent stains + carefully select premium products to save time and ensure quality.

Virginia Cavaliers secured a 1-0 win over California at Klöckner Stadium with Dos Santos scoring a ninth-minute goal (his sixth that season tied him for team lead).

The win gave the team a rare clean sheet and added momentum ahead of four games in 10 days starting Tuesday.

UVA coach Tony Elliott said the Cavaliers flipped momentum with a key play late in the game that sparked their comeback win over Syracuse.

He explained that the turning point energized both players and fans.

Virginia head coach George Gelnovatch reached his 400th win and signed a five-year contract extension (through 2031).

He remains focused on reversing a tough season, planning further improvements for the team with his long-standing commitment to the program.

Virginia's Cavaliers clinched a championship berth for the Nov.

6 meet in their second Collegiate Swim League event in Knoxville (Tenn.). The team won 13 races as star Claire Curzan set a lifetime best in the 200 butterfly while Williamson and teammates broke four CSL records.

Virginia's field hockey team (No. 15) lost 4-1 to Boston College Friday night after missed scoring chances and multiple penalties weakened their play; they now face a crucial road game against Wake Forest in Winston-Salem.

Virginia's Cavaliers will host Syracuse this Saturday at 7:30 p.m. on ACC Network as they aim to rebound after a 38-7 loss to Florida State — coach Tony Elliott stressed improving tackling to tighten run defense.

Chance Mallory led Virginia's 26-0 run for a 96-53 exhibition win over Richmond at John Paul Jones Arena on Friday night.

The Cavaliers will play a final exhibition game Oct. 22 before opening their regular season Nov. 3 at home against Drexel.