On Fridays we and The Charlottesville 29 feature five food finds selected by local chefs and personalities. This week’s picks come from Alex George, of Commonwealth Restaurant and SkyBar, who has resurrected his much-missed restaurant Just Curry, which recently opened in a new space across the downtown mall from Commonwealth. George’s picks: 1) Shrimp and [...]
Storytellers, musicians and world culture enthusiasts weave myths and epic folklore using African drums, Australian didgeridoos, and Native American wind flutes to create The Dreamtime Project.
A week after his arrest hit local media, Albemarle County Supervisor Chris Dumler said he intends to plead not guilty to the forcible sodomy charge against him and remain active on the Board of Supervisors. Dumler’s press statement, released Thursday morning by Payne, Ross and Associates, said he will “offer a vigorous defense, and will [...]
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UVA will be at the center of a new state support network for high-tech researchers, thanks to a $1 million federal grant announced yesterday. Acting U.S. Secretary of Commerce Rebecca Blank—a former Clinton advisor who was on the faculty of the University of Michigan when UVA President Teresa Sullivan was Provost there—announced the award in [...]
Environmental activists are taking aim at Dominion Power, the electric provider that services nearly every Charlottesville resident, for what they say is a misleading program that offers customers clean energy options, but doesn’t tell the whole truth about its power sources. The Chesapeake Climate Action Network —a nonprofit with a mission to combat climate change [...]
If it weren’t for the Charlottesville Police Foundation, Charlottesville police officers Cory Culbreath and Robbie Oberholzer wouldn’t be living in the city they serve. Relatively low salaries and today’s harsh lending environment are making home ownership increasingly difficult for police officers and other public servants, forcing many to live in surrounding, less expensive counties. But [...]
Passive solar design of houses attempts to capture sunlight in winter and reject it in summer. The idea is to use solar energy to reduce heating and lighting costs, and to use natural ventilation for cooling. “In Virginia, the climate imposes roughly equal loads for both heating and cooling,” says Charlottesville architect Andrew Thomas, [...]
Bonnie Coffey Gets Associate Broker License Montague, Miller & Company Realtors® is pleased to announce that Bonnie Coffey has completed all educational requirements and has received her Associate Broker license. The course work and exams denote a high level of knowledge and expertise. This achievement is considered to be a reflection of a Realtor’s commitment [...]
CACF Distributes Grants to Local Nonprofits The Charlottesville Area Community Foundation announced $366,400 in grants to 61 local nonprofits through the Bama Works Fund of Dave Matthews Band in CACF. This Fund supports charitable programs in the Charlottesville area with particular focus on disadvantaged youth, needs of the disabled, protection of the environment, and the [...]
Most kids in our Central Virginia publishing area have been out of school for a while now and their summertime cry “I’m bored!” is second only to “Are we there yet?” Happily, our region abounds with kid-oriented events, activities and outings to keep them happily occupied during the summer months. Options range from [...]
Every year, thousands of residents throughout Central Virginia patiently await the start of the growing season as they pursue fresh and delicious “Virginia Grown” products at Farmers Markets throughout the area. But Farmers Markets are more than finding fresh produce. They also provide the opportunity to greet a blend of farm, food and artisans plus [...]
In these uncertain economic times, it is especially wise for individuals to have their finances under control. For most, to live within one’s means is to spend less than one takes in. Seems simple enough. Most people know how much money they bring in but not as many know where it is goes. According to [...]
Back in 2004, members of the Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS® decided to take action about a growing problem we face in our area. At that time they recognized that many of the essential members of our workforce were unable to purchase a home in the community in which they worked, forcing them to commute [...]
On June 9 and 10th, you can once again experience the sounds and sites of The Battle of Trevilian Station, the largest all-cavalry battle of the Civil War. Taking place in western Louisa County, the reenactment of this most historic event serves as the catalyst to bring throngs of people into Louisa County. This year [...]
Granite, Travertine, Marble, Tile—everywhere, eternally! Its eye-catching beauty, timeless quality, and universality strike most visitors to Italy and the Mediterranean with awe. Natural stone has been used as a building material for eons because it weathers many different climatic conditions, just as it does in nature. Tile ranks with natural stone in its durability, while [...]
Support Seniors Safe at Home! Seniors Safe at Home helps senior citizens make critical repairs to their homes. The Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors, Blue Ridge Home Builders Association and AHIP are joining forces to help local senior citizens stay safe, warm and dry. Together, they are raising funds, building awareness, and making repairs. [...]
Andrew Owen, the co-founder and director of the festival that has made Charlottesville an important stop for serious photographers and photo lovers each June, has fond memories of the slide show parties wildlife photographer Michael “Nick” Nichols used to hold in his Albemarle County backyard. A 25-year tradition, these annual one night affairs, last held [...]
Last week, nearly 50 members and staff of Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS® (CAAR) stood with industry professionals from every state at the base of the Washington Monument to demonstrate their commitment to preserving access to homeownership and robust real estate investment. At the Rally to Protect the American Dream on Thursday, May 17, an [...]
People give back to their community by donating money and time to help organizations that have helped them or their families or to support causes they believe in. Many people also contribute to organizations or participate in fundraising events because it gives them an opportunity to network while doing good. Often it is a combination [...]
For some homeowners, having a flock of geese on a backyard pond, deer roaming the front yard, or squirrels scampering across tree limbs, is a welcome sight. For others, slipping on goose droppings, having gardens stripped bare, or rodents taking up residence in their attic, it is a pull-your-hair-out nuisance. There is no question that [...]
Grace Church Historic Farm Tour Members of the public will have an opportunity to tour six farm estates in Albemarle County, as well as the Keswick Hunt Club and Grace Episcopal Church, on Saturday, June 16, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The tours are sponsored by Grace Episcopal Church, which is located near [...]
Just 15 minutes east of Charlottesville at the intersection of Route 15 and interstate 64 is Zion Crossroads, a vibrant and growing residential and commercial center. While recent challenges in the local real estate market have had an impact here like elsewhere in our region, today the market is picking up steam and both commercial [...]