Friday, November 1st, 2024

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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Fifeville Neighborhood Association is surveying Charlottesville and Albemarle community members for their interest in a potential cooperative grocery store on Cherry Avenue. Charlottesville Tomorrow
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Charlottesville Police charged a driver with failing to yield in the October 3 accident that resulted in pedestrian Mamawa Simai's death in a marked crosswalk. 3WV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Film Festival, highlighting Charlottesville's emerging cinema culture and showcasing the film 'Anora', offers a transformative moviegoing experience. Cville Right Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Developer Jeff Levien shifts from constructing an apartment building to an AC Hotel in downtown Charlottesville due to the city's new zoning code and partnership with a national hotel operator. The Daily Progress
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Research by The Memory Project reveals over 300 names of enslaved individuals in Albemarle County from 1830-1865, aiding descendants in making genealogical connections. Charlottesville Tomorrow
- ➤ Charlottesville City Schools has presented four rezoning options for elementary schools to address future overcrowding and is seeking community feedback before making a decision. The Daily Progress
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Charlottesville, Virginia, a city marked by the 2017 'Unite the Right' rally, voters express varied and complex views on a pivotal election that reflects the nation's deep political divide. 3WV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Women’s Initiative in Charlottesville receives a $50,000 donation from Sentara Health to bolster culturally responsive mental health services for women and gender-expansive communities. CBS 19 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UVA swimmers Kate Douglass and Gretchen Walsh break world records in swimming, with Douglass setting a new global mark in the 200-meter breakstroke at a World Cup event and Walsh achieving a first ever on Grounds during a meet against Florida. Cville Right Now
- ➤ UVA swimmers Kate Douglass and Gretchen Walsh set new world records in the 200-meter breaststroke and the 100-meter individual medley, respectively, showcasing outstanding performances at international and collegiate events. 3WV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Bill Steers 5K Race and Virtual Run
Participate in the Bill Steers 5K, featuring both an in-person race on the scenic Foxfield Grass Course and a virtual running option for participants from anywhere.
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Nutcracker: A Magical Christmas Ballet Experience
Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an enchanting performance featuring world-class ballet, whimsical puppets, and stunning acrobatics.
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Arts Fishing Club Presents: Happy Landing Live
Experience an energetic live performance by Happy Landing, an American folk rock band captivating audiences with their unique blend of indie rock, folk, and punk.
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Live Concert by The Stews
Experience an electrifying live performance by The Stews, an indie rock band known for their infectious tunes and powerful hard rock sounds, as they take the stage at The Jefferson Theater.
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King Buffalo Live with Ben Katzman's DeGreaser
Experience an electrifying night of music featuring King Buffalo and Ben Katzman's DeGreaser at The Southern Café and Music Hall.
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Live Concert by Six Organs of Admittance
Experience a captivating performance by Six Organs of Admittance at The Southern Café and Music Hall in Charlottesville.
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