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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Salvation Army, with support from Charlottesville's city leadership, will build two new shelters to provide accommodation for the rising number of unhoused people, featuring a total of 150 new beds and several transitional apartments.  CBS 19 News
  • Benjamin Perez transformed his life from homelessness to a long-haul truck driver with help from Piedmont Virginia Community College's Network2Work program, which celebrated a decade of aiding over 2,000 job-seekers in Charlottesville.  The Daily Progress

CRIME NEWS

  • Charlottesville Police are investigating a shooting on Hardy Drive involving five suspects in a stolen SUV, resulting in one person wounded.  CBS 19 News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Virginia Career Works Piedmont initiates a partnership with Charlottesville City Schools to align education with regional workforce needs and enhance student success.  CBS 19 News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Governor Glenn Youngkin signed Executive Order 41, launching a comprehensive initiative to tackle gang violence and support affected communities in Virginia, highlighting a focus on data centralization and youth prevention strategies.  3WV

HEALTH NEWS

  • Albemarle County Public Schools alerts parents to two drug-related health emergencies at Monticello High School, emphasizing the importance of discussing drug dangers with children.  CBS 19 News

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Whiskey Myers Concert at Ting Pavilion

    Experience the raw and untamed country sound of Colby Acuff, a fourth generation Idaho native with honest lyrics and a rugged spirit.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • Little Feat with Special Guest Duane Betts

    Experience a lively performance by Little Feat, showcasing their musical prowess and humor along with special guest Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • David Wilcox Live Performance

    Experience the compelling storytelling and stirring melodies of master songwriter David Wilcox in an intimate general admission seated show.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • Cameron Whitcomb Concert at The Southern Café

    Experience an evening of live music with Cameron Whitcomb at The Southern Café and Music Hall in Charlottesville.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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  • ERNEST Live in Concert

    Experience a night with Nashville's unpredictable hitmaker ERNEST, who is making waves in the country music scene as a talented artist and writer.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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  • The Barons and Cougar Beatrice Live Concert at Pro Re Nata

    Experience a night of energetic rock n' roll with performances by The Barons and Cougar Beatrice, showcasing their unique sounds and compelling live shows.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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  • Kitchen Dwellers Live Performance

    Experience the soulful sounds of Kitchen Dwellers as they blend bluegrass, folk, and rock with introspective lyrics inspired by their Montana roots.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • Virginia Women in Wine Holiday Market at Eastwood Farm

    Celebrate the talents and products of women in the wine industry at the Virginia Women in Wine Holiday Market held at Eastwood Farm & Winery.

    Sun, 11/3/24

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  • Kash'd Out Live with Dale and the ZDubs

    Experience a night of live music featuring Kash'd Out and Dale and the ZDubs at The Southern Café and Music Hall in Charlottesville.

    Wed, 11/6/24

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  • Illiterate Light Live in Concert

    Experience the dynamic and thought-provoking alternative rock of Virginia's own Illiterate Light as they push musical boundaries in an intimate setting.

    Fri, 11/8/24

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