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Catering business shut down after football team suffers food poisoning before game
An unlicensed home-based catering business in Illinois has been ordered to cease operations after dozens of people were sickened.
UVA professor studies payoff of engaging in political conversation
When conversations about politics get tense, many people’s instinct is to shut them down. A UVA professor is urging people to resist that instinct, saying they might get more out of the conversation than they expect.
Jaunt celebrates 50-years of business
Public transportation company Jaunt is celebrating 50-years of business.
Health Minute: Signs of seasonal affective disorder
Millions of Americans are estimated to experience Seasonal Affective Disorder. CNN's Mandy Gaither has more on the signs to watch out for and dispels myths about one of the treatments for it. (Source: CNN)
ReadyKids says need for youth mental health services outpaces capacity
ReadyKids says the need for youth mental health services in the Charlottesville area is greater than its current capacity.
Bipartisan bill would expand federal maternal health programs, research and rural care
The Mothers and Newborns Success Act would put more federal money into maternal care.
UVA Health study examines incision-less liver tumor treatment
UVA Health researchers reviewed outcomes from nearly 1,000 patients treated with a procedure called histotripsy.
'Toy Story 5' comes to Disney+
"Toy Story 5," the final season of "Outlander," and crime-comedy "I Love Boosters” head to streaming. (Source: WALT DISNEY STUDIOS HOME ENTERTAINMENT, NEON, SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT, CNN via CNN Newsource)
Community Mental Health and Wellness Coalition to host recovery fair at IX Park
The Community Mental Health and Wellness Coalition is hosting its recovery fair Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Perriello joined by clinicians to discuss healthcare after 200+ endorse him in open letter
An open letter endorsing Tom Perriello, signed by more than 200 medical professionals, is putting health care front and center in Virginia’s 5th District.
Community Conversation: Dr. Daniel Reed with UVA Health (09-16-26)
Hematologist Oncologist Dr. Daniel Reed
UVA School of Data Science emphasizes responsible AI use amid growing concerns
Some tech leaders have called for AI model development to slow down.
PVCC opens new health care simulation lab in Greene County
PVCC opens new health care simulation lab in Greene County
Applications open for 2027 Business Development Opportunity Grant
Applications are now open for the fiscal year 2027 Business Development Opportunity Grant.
Registration open for Albemarle Park & Rec middle school sports
Albemarle County Parks and Recreation opened registration for fall middle school sports.
Her Sports Awards returns to Charlottesville — and this may be the last formal show
Charlottesville awards show celebrating women and girls in sports is returning later this month.
Furniture business in Madison County has been crafting for 200 years
A 200 year-old furniture business in Madison County has been run by six generations of the same family, with recognizable work sitting along the Lawn at the University of Virginia.
UVA School of Data Science launches assured enrollment program for 2026-2027 academic year
UVA School of Data Science has launched a new pilot program designed to reduce the application burden on students interested in the data science major.
UVA Health among first in U.S. to offer new thumb joint replacement procedure
For years, patients who needed surgery for severe thumb arthritis could face months of recovery.
UVA Center for Politics talks August primary, early voter turnout
With only a few weeks left until election day, early voting for Virginia’s August congressional primary has lagged behind numbers in the same races two years ago.
UVA Health clinical trial works to target MAC lung disease
Research at UVA is working to find new treatment opportunities for a lung disease growing in prominence around the world.
Charlottesville event marks Juneteenth with celebration and Black Business Expo
This year, 50 vendors came to the event, including small businesses, eateries, nonprofits and more.
UVA Health offers guidance on stopping psychiatric medications
A new effort at UVA Health is tackling a question many patients ask: when is it safe to stop taking psychiatric medications?
‘Almost dying wasn’t on my bingo card’: Simone Biles suffers health scare
Simone Biles shared that she suffered a health scare recently.
UVA Health launches violence intervention program
UVA Health is launching a violence intervention program at its University Medical Center.
NCAA Men’s Lacrosse Final Four brings business boost to Charlottesville
Businesses in the area offer deals as Syracuse, Notre Dame, Duke and Princeton prepare for championship weekend at Scott Stadium.
A Royal bummer—which player has been the biggest disappointment?
The gap between expectation and reality.
United Way opens applications for small business grant funding in Charlottesville, Albemarle
Small businesses in Charlottesville and Albemarle County could soon receive help expanding through a new round of grant funding.
HER Sports Day gives Charlottesville girls opportunity to explore athletics
Whether on the field or on the court, the sixth annual HER Sports Day gave girls the opportunity to practice, play, and explore athletics.
Tom Tom Festival draws crowds to the Downtown Mall, but results for business can vary
The festival brings more than 200 events to Charlottesville, but that doesn't translate into revenue for everyone.
UVA Center for Politics predicts narrow passage of redistricting referendum
The UVA Center for Politics predicts Virginians will pass the redistricting referendum.
Pro Camera to open Richmond location after 40 years in business
The Charlottesville store will move to its new location in June.
Community event to celebrate history through the lens of sports
This Saturday, the historic Carver Recreation Center in Charlottesville will host the Black History Pathway event.
UVA Center for Politics opens expanded facility after 10-year project
The University of Virginia Center for Politics will hold a grand opening this weekend for its expanded and renovated facility.
Sports injuries take mental toll on athletes, psychologists warn
Two college football players at Clemson University share their emotional journeys recovering from serious sports injuries.
Black Knights Sports Day gives third graders a glimpse of their future
Charlottesville High School turned its stadium into a hands-on learning space.
Students compete in Virginia Science Olympiad State Tournament at UVA
The tournament’s events ranged from knowledge tests to building robots.
UVA Health opens new pharmacy facility in Discovery Park
40,000-square-foot center can process up to 4,000 prescriptions per shift.
Virginia congressman introduces ‘Riley Gaines Act’ to protect women’s sports
The bill would allow female athletes to sue institutions that permit transgender women to compete.
Doctors and advocates work to improve maternal mental health across Virginia
Mental health care before, during, and after pregnancy can have long-term positive impacts on health for families.
Former UVA Health CEO Craig Kent files multi-million dollar defamation lawsuit
An ongoing federal lawsuit accuses him and other former UVA Health leaders of putting patients at risk to boost profits.
UVA Athletics celebrates girls and women in sports
Attendees were invited to participate in a youth sports festival before tip-off and get posters signed by the team afterward.
Recent Louisa business closures highlight ongoing work to support local economy
As owners face challenges, the town and county say they’re working together to support businesses.
New MacBook Pros Could Now Arrive in March
New MacBook Pro models with the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips could arrive as soon as Monday, March 2, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In today's "Power On" newsletter, Gurman said that the release of new MacBook Pro models is tied to the release of macOS Tahoe 26.3. The launch is said to be slated for as early as the week of March 2. He added that the M4 Pro and M4 Max models on sale today remain in short supply, indicating that the launch of new models is close.
Ruckersville Elementary to host annual Science Night with over 100 student presentations
Students will demonstrate projects covering topics from the solar system to electric circuits to ocean life and living systems.
UVA student business-owners take on icy parking lots
Seeing the need for snow and ice removal services, UVA student business-owners took up the task.
Apple Changes How You Order a Mac
Apple recently updated its online store with a new ordering process for Macs, including the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro. There used to be a handful of standard configurations available for each Mac, but now you must configure a Mac entirely from scratch on a feature-by-feature basis. In other words, ordering a new Mac now works much like ordering an iPad. This change was spotted by Macworld and the French blog Consomac, among others.
ICE agents detain workers at Mexican restaurant after visiting business for lunch
Arrests by ICE agents in the greater Minneapolis area have closed restaurants and left communities on edge.
UVA Board of Visitors appoints Charlottesville resident to Health System Board
The University of Virginia Board of Visitors unanimously approved the appointment of Charlottesville resident John F. Harris to the Health System Board.
North Pole visitors surprise families at UVA Health Children’s on Christmas morning
From one room to the next, Santa - otherwise known as Charlottesville Mayor Juandiego Wade - and his elves delivered gifts to these young patients.
Motorcycle groups make special delivery to UVA Health Children’s Hospital
Harrisonburg’s Proud American Riders and Brotherhood on Wheels made a heartfelt delivery to UVA Health Children’s.
UVA selects Business School Dean Scott Beardsley as next president
The decision came against the wishes of a chorus of critics, including Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger, state lawmakers, student leaders and faculty leaders.
UVA Health expands services in Zion Crossroads
UVA Health is expanding its health care services in Zion Crossroads, just off exit 136 on I-64, adding 50,000 appointments.