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Cumberland supervisors approve massive natural gas power plant

CUMBERLAND, Va. (WWBT) - Cumberland County supervisors voted 3-1 Tuesday to approve a 3-gigawatt natural gas power plant, following hours of public comment. The plant would go near Columbia Road and the James River. The decision comes after the planning commission recommended approval of the conditional use permit required for...

Cumberland, VA · 19d
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Hundreds pack Western Henrico meeting about proposed Goochland data centers

People may not come out to trick-or-treat in significant numbers any more or show up to the neighborhood block party, but they will certainly come out for one thing: data centers. On Monday evening, the looming threat of hyperscale data centers just across the border in Goochland County

Goochland County, VA · 19d

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Charlottesville nonprofit seeks $7.5M to make Holiday Drive shelter permanent

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - A low-barrier shelter at 2000 Holiday Drive opened almost two months ago as temporary shelter after reported unsafe living conditions at an encampment along the Rivanna River. The community is raising funds to help turn the shelter into a permanent, year-round facility with more beds and additional services for people experiencing homelessness.

Charlottesville, VA · 19d
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Wayne Theatre Artistic Director named Regional Ambassador for Virginia’s Small Town and Rural Arts Network

WAYNESBORO, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Virginia Commission for the Arts has announced Lesley Larsen, Artistic Director for the historic Wayne Theatre, will serve as the Region 5 Ambassador for the Small Town and Rural Arts Network, an initiative designed to strengthen connections and expand opportunities for artists and arts organizations throughout Virginia.

Waynesboro, VA · 18d
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Jahmal Edrine case dropped, but Commonwealth says it’s not over

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The charges against former University of Virginia football player Jahmal Edrine were nol-prossed, effectively pausing the case, in Albemarle Circuit Court on Thursday. While Edrine’s attorneys, Rhonda Quagliana and Lawrence Woodward, Jr., characterized the decision as a victory for their client in a...

Charlottesville, VA · 17d

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Charlottesville High School students stage walkout for gun violence awareness

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Students staged a walkout at Charlottesville High School on Tuesday, October 20, to bring greater awareness to gun violence. “Just the fact that something recently involving a gun happened so close right over in Waynesboro, is just... just honestly scary to me,” said Jay Lane, a senior at CHS and the organizer of the walkout.

Charlottesville, VA · 19d

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Michigan college town ranked as the second-best in the country

Ann Arbor, Michigan ranked No. 2 among America’s top college towns for 2027 in WalletHub’s study of 415 cities across 31 metrics, including affordability, academic quality and career opportunities. Austin, Texas, placed first, with Charlottesville, Virginia ranking third, followed by Raleigh, North Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia, rounding out...

Ann Arbor, MI · 19d

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Transgender care for young patients remains on hold at Virginia hospitals

This story was reported and written by our media partner the Virginia Mercury. Children’s hospitals in Virginia have kept transgender services for patients younger than 19 on hold for more than a year following President Donald Trump’s January 2025 executive order. They include the Children’s Hospital of Richmond...

Virginia · 19d

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Albemarle Supervisors received School Board request, haven’t set a meeting

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors received the School Board’s response to the resolution supervisors passed last week, but have not scheduled a November meeting between the two bodies, Board of Supervisors Chair Ned Gallaway said during Wednesday’s meeting. Gallaway said, despite the School Board’s request, no such meeting was imminent.

Albemarle County, VA · 18d

The MadRapp Recorder

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Greene Planning Department Site Plan Review – Lydia Mountain Motels LLC Proposed Vehicle Repair Shop

PUBLIC NOTICE  Pursuant to the provisions of Article 19 of the Greene County Zoning Ordinance, the Greene County Planning Department is reviewing site development plans for the following project:  Bruce Shifflett and Lydia Mountain Motels, LLC request site plan review for a proposed vehicle repair garage and associated site improvements. The subject properties are located along Spotswood Trail in Stanardsville […] The post Greene Planning Department Site Plan Review – Lydia Mountain Motels LLC Proposed Vehicle Repair Shop first appeared on The Piedmont Journal Recorder .

Greene County, VA · 20d

Charlottesville Tomorrow

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For 10th and Page residents, their history is at stake. For developers building student housing, it’s math

Charlottesville's zoning code incentivizes developers to build student housing in downtown neighborhoods, with fewer opportunities for community input. The post For 10th and Page residents, their history is at stake. For developers building student housing, it’s math appeared first on Charlottesville Tomorrow .

Charlottesville, VA · 20d

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The Trees In Shenandoah Valley Yards That May Need Approval Before Removal

Fire up a chainsaw on a quiet Valley morning and watch how fast the neighborhood turns into a live audience. Curtains twitch. Dogs bark. Somebody’s uncle wanders over with opinions he did not get from an arborist. Most homeowners figure a tree in the yard is fair game. You...

Shenandoah Valley, VA · 22d

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Greene County School Board PH – Superintendent Search

Greene County School Board Public Hearing  Superintendent Search  The Greene County School Board will hold a public hearing on the Superintendent search Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 6:00 pm in the County Meeting Room, 40 Celt Road Stanardsville, VA  22973. This is an opportunity for the Public to share the qualifications they would like to see in the next Superintendent of Schools.  Rhonda Houchens, Clerk […] The post Greene County School Board PH – Superintendent Search first appeared on The Piedmont Journal Recorder .

Greene County, VA · 19d

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Gordonsville Town Council candidates agree EMS wait times must improve, diverge on how to tackle affordability challenges in Q&A

Nick Paxton said the town should make better use of services and resources it already has, and Mary "Cyd" Black says the town needs more affordable housing. The post Gordonsville Town Council candidates agree EMS wait times must improve, diverge on how to tackle affordability challenges in Q&A appeared first on Charlottesville Tomorrow .

Gordonsville, VA · 19d

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City Council rejects 0 Court Square slave block marker over accuracy concerns

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Charlottesville City Council rejected plans for a historical marker at 0 Court Square, siding with the findings of the Historic Resources Commission that there was insufficient historical evidence that specific location was the site of slave auctions. Instead, City Council voted unanimously Monday...

Charlottesville, VA · 19d

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Administration cracks down on rule breaking

New enforcement measures and consequences for breaking rules have hit Madison for the 2026-2027 school year. With new state laws and district policy announced over the summer, administration is cracking down on student infractions. These shifts have been met with mixed responses from students and teachers alike. The changes include...

Madison, VA · 21d

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Orange County Public Library joins exclusive program with the Smithsonian

ORANGE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - The Orange County Public Library recently started its rollout for new programs in association with the Smithsonian. The programs are part of the Rural Libraries program through the Smithsonian. Only 16 libraries across the nation were selected. The Orange County Public Library now has access...

Orange County, VA · 20d

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Weekly Concert & Event Calendar: October 19–25, 2026

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLERIGHTNOW) – Whether you’re looking to take in cinematic short films, indie-folk brilliance, or a string-backed Coldplay tribute, there’s plenty to explore across the region. Each week, Anand Harsh of 106.1 The Corner will direct your attention to the music and arts events happening in Charlottesville and surrounding areas that you absolutely can’t miss. These are, at the very minimum, shows you should hit if you’re in the neighborhood—all the way up to cancel-your-plans, call the sitter, and buy your tickets right now.

Charlottesville, VA · 20d

Greene Journal

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▶︎Madison County honors local advocates, responders at Light up the Night ceremony

Madison County honored survivors, advocates, first responders, and community partners during its annual Light up the Night celebration.  Monday evening’s event focused on domestic violence, its often-hidden patterns, and the local resources available to people seeking safety.  Dawn Dela Cruz, coordinator of the Madison County Victim Witness Program, said domestic violence affects people across every background.  “Everyone deserves safety no matter […] The post ▶︎Madison County honors local advocates, responders at Light up the Night ceremony first appeared on The Piedmont Journal Recorder .

Madison County, VA · 19d