This Just In

Charlottesville area Ponzi schemer sentenced

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:54:55 -0400

John Mark Donnelly took more than $5 million from 30 investors.

Charlottesville community search for Morgan Harrington currently underway

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:50:08 -0400

The search, which started this morning at 9am, will continue until dark tonight

Tim Kaine to teach at University of Richmond, Bob McDonnell announces transition team

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:49:32 -0400

Tim Kaine's appointment is part-time, without tenure.

Parents of missing VT student create community search, ask for volunteers

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:01:36 -0400

The Harringtons were joined yesterday by Ed Smart, father of one-time kidnapping victim Elizabeth Smart

Many theories abound about when exactly Deeds lost the race

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:42:44 -0400

As expected, Democratic candidate Creigh Deeds got creamed yesterday by Republican Bob McDonnell, losing by about 18 points.

New Albemarle Supervisors likely to favor development

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:13:42 -0400

With the victories of Duane Snow and Rodney Thomas, it's likely that developers will get a markedly friendlier reception.

Tom Perriello congratulates Governor elect Bob McDonnell

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:06:59 -0400

According to the Virginia State Board of Elections, with 99.7 percent of precincts reporting, McDonnell won 1,157,672 votes (58.64 percent) against Democratic candidate Creigh Deeds' 814,032 votes (41.23 percent).

Election Night Update: Republican Rob Bell declares victory in 58th district

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:09:34 -0400

"We are tired. Our fingers are all crimped up from stuffing envelopes. But we are victorious! What a difference a year makes"

Election Night Update: City Dems take Council

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:51:05 -0400

"Happy to bring some joy to Mudville," says Szakos, in an apparent reference to election results from Albemarle County and Virginia, overall, where Democrats surrendered

Election Night Update: Allen Powell declares "ass whupping" official

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:48:54 -0400

Ah, to've been there before that phrase went big time

Election Night Update: Slutzky concedes BOS race to Thomas

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:35:16 -0400

Christian Schoenewald announces concession, Thomas takes stage

Election Night Update: New Charlottesville Sheriff James Brown goes there

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:34:22 -0400

We asked him how he was feeling on the heels of his fresh victory.

Election Day: Duane Snow gets seat on Board of Supervisors

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:25:49 -0400

Another Republican gets the win.

Election Night Update: Races called for republicans Rob Bell and Ken Cuccinelli

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:21:11 -0400

We've reached the "hits just keep on rolling" portion of the evening at Rivals for the Republican party

Election Night: Bob Fenwick does not regret running as Independent

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:14:55 -0400

Bob Fenwick is trailing Democrats Dave Norris and Kristin Szakos in the City Council race.

Election Night Update: Dems lead in two more city precincts

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:01:49 -0400

Alumni Hall and Jefferson Park both give Dave Norris a decisive lead at this stage.

Election Day: Gubernatorial race called for McDonnell, Thomas pulls ahead

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:59:39 -0400

McDonnell wins 63 to 37 percent.

Election Day: A quick word with Jo Viglione, Republican party planner

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:58:02 -0400

That's "party" as in fiesta. Rob Bell's former legislative assistant tells us about tonight's event

Election Night Update: Democrats lead two city precincts in early results

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:49:42 -0400

Independent Bob Fenwick trails in early results from Tonsler and Venable precints.

Election Night Update: WINA calls the race for Rob Bell

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:38:32 -0400

With one precinct reporting, Rob Graham calls the 58th for Bell.

Election Day: McDonnell supporters packing in at Rivals

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:34:52 -0400

McDonnell takes the lead for Virginia Governor.

Governor race: with 2 percent reporting, McDonnell leads 66 to 33

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:26:54 -0400

Bob McDonnell is leading Creigh Deeds 66 percent to 33 percent with 2 percent precinct reporting.

Election Day: Ivy Precinct not as busy as this morning

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:15:22 -0400

Campaign workers remain upbeat as Election Day comes to a close.

Election Day: Creigh Deeds graffiti at Beta Bridge

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:35:44 -0400

Not long after Shepard Fairey's omnipresent Obama image popped up around the country, a Deeds spraypaint stencil does the same near UVA

Dems upbeat in Rio precinct, Deeds counts on "surge voters"

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:58:44 -0400

"51 percent Deeds voters" would be the right turnout, says Democratic gubernatorial candidate

Election Day: Szakos, Best supporters and minor accident at Venable

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:10:38 -0400

Election parking may be difficult at times, folks, but keep your eyes on the road!

Election Day: UPDATE voter turnout - Deeds stops at Downtown Rec Center

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:16:42 -0400

A gum-chewing Deeds told a crowd of about 15 supporters that he has "plenty of energy," and they responded with cheers.

Election Day: James Brown, Deeds and Fenwick supporters at Alumni Hall

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:27:08 -0400

By a few minutes before 11am, city sheriff candidate Brown and supporters of Creigh Deeds and Bob Fenwick had seen roughly 200 voters, they estimated

Election Day: UPDATE 9am voter turnout in county at 11.9 percent

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:23:46 -0400

By 9:15am, 203 voters had cast ballots at Carver Recreation Center -- moderate turnout at that point.

NEW C-VILLE COVER STORY: Is the VA Film Fest right for me?

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:06:40 -0400

Not sure what to expect from this year's Virginia Film Festival? A whole lotta funny business, that's what.

Casteen's salary is $3 million short compared to top private university chief

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:22:05 -0400

According to the Washington Post's coverage of the Chronicle's report, university presidents' salaries increased by 6.5 percent in 2007-2008. The median was $358,746.

UVA Presidential search yields 100+ nominations

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 09:42:46 -0400

"Over the past several weeks, they have conducted in-depth conversations with dozens of higher education leaders, including college and university presidents, around the country about what it takes to lead a university in the 21st century," writes UVA Rector John Wynne.

UPDATE: Winery not included in Patricia Kluge's $100M estate listing

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:36:20 -0400

The Wall St. Journal calls it one of the most expensive listings in the country, though Candy Spelling's place is going for more.

VPAP releases latest finance reports for Charlottesville and Albemarle races

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:16:25 -0400

Mayor Dave Norris and Albemarle Supervisor David Slutzky lead in city and county races, respectively.

Landlords and UVA create fund to help students with disabilities

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:01:08 -0400

According to UVA Today, each party contributed $500 towards a fund that will aid disabled students in purchasing devices like bed shakers, flashing door lights, bathroom rails and modified door frames.

State police give timeline of last moments in case of Morgan Harrington

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:21:32 -0400

"Nothing is too trivial," said Lt. Joe Rader during the press conference.

RWSA board gives O.K. to dredging study

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:43:05 -0400

The feasability study, approved earlier this year by the board and the City Council, will cost $343,778.

Utility work continues next to Landmark Hotel

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:59:56 -0400

Your downtown wtf question answered: The $800,000-project includes storm sewer and utility work.

NEW C-VILLE COVER STORY: Deeds done?

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:09:03 -0400

With elections less than a week away, this week's cover story is on gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds,

Local farming activist killed in car accident on Route 29 South

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:39:04 -0400

Kathryn Russell is survived by her husband, Wayne Russell, and her children Holly, Lynn, Laura, Emily, Beth, Charlotte, Caleb and Hannah.

Fatal fire that killed drummer Johnny Gilmore prompts call to action from fire chief

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:33:53 -0400

Charlottesville Fire Chief Charles Werner says the city is stepping up to make sure every home has a working smoke detector.

Reward for missing VT student now at $100,000

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:42:07 -0400

A website has also been created, www.findmorgan.com with photos, downloadable flyers, and a message from Morgan Harrington's parents.

President Obama to campaign with Deeds at Old Dominion University

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:18:25 -0400

According to a SurveyUSA poll, Republican candidate Bob McDonnell leads by 19 points, 59 percent to 40 percent.

Likely $50,000 or more reward in still-missing VT student

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:46:40 -0400

Morgan Harrington's purse and cell phone were found in a small parking lot between JPJ and the athletic fields. State Police are not yet ready to disclose or talk about phone records at this time.

Dropout rate triples among black students in Albemarle

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:30:10 -0400

In the county as a whole, the dropout rate is 5.8 percent, compared to 15.2 percent for African Americans.

Legal Aid annual fundraiser focused on state of prisons

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:39:48 -0400

The United States has an incarceration rate that is five times higher than other developed nations.

VDOT removes Eastern Bypass from Rt. 29 study recommendations

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:45:41 -0400

The proposed road connected Rt. 29 at Culpeper with I-64 in Keswick.

NEW C-VILLE COVER STORY: Food & Drink Annual 2009

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:00:15 -0400

For many, many reasons, for the good of our communities, our environment, our bodies

State police involved in search for missing VT student

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:22:56 -0400

Morgan Dana Harrington was last seen wearing a black t-shirt with "Pantera" written across the front, a black mini skirt with black tights and knee high black boots. Harrington has long blonde hair and blue eyes.

Charlottesville City Market exceeds $1M in record sales

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:49:28 -0400

According to market Manager Stephanie Anderegg-Maloy, this year's sales rose to $1,085,646.11.

Thomas Jefferson Awards go to Casteen and Parsons

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 23:50:44 -0400

Larry Sabato wrote a letter nominating President Casteen for the award.

CAFC awards $75,000 to city police housing program

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:22:42 -0400

"Of the 117 sworn officers on the force, less than a dozen currently live in the city, and of those, only a small number own their own homes," said CAFC President John Redick.

McDonnell leads Deeds by $1.8 million in fundraising money

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:00:14 -0400

In September, Deeds raised $3.5 million and spent $5.1 million, with most of that going to radio and TV ads. McDonnell raised $3.8 million last month and he, too, spent $5.1 million mostly on TV and radio.

UVA Board of Visitors begins review of potential presidents

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:21:12 -0400

A preliminary list of the top five candidates was reviewed by the Special Committee on the Nomination of a President.

Wine expert settles in lawsuit about Jefferson wine hoax

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:01:41 -0400

Michael Broadbent's suit thwarts UK distribution of "The Billionaire's Vinegar" only and does not name author Benjamin Wallace, who spoke at Monticello last June

Money Magazine names Charlottesville a top place to launch a small business

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:48:26 -0400

"We are very pleased to be recognized in this prestigious survey this year for our healthy business climate and competitive costs for doing business," said City of Charlottesville Director of Economic Development Aubrey Watts.

CACF provided more than $4.2 million in grants in 2009

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:23:37 -0400

The foundation has initiated the Charlottesville Future Fund for young civic and professional leaders.

New York Times: Virginia Dems wishing for McAuliffe?

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:36:49 -0400

Virginia Democrats might be forgiven for wishing McAuliffe were at the top of the statewide ticket, says New York Times columnist, given Deeds' performance.

NEW C-VILLE COVER STORY: The band played on

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 23:44:05 -0400

When photographer Ashley Twiggs hung out with the Cavalier Marching Band before and during the October 10 homecoming game against Indiana

McDonnell leads by 8 points in new poll

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:10:53 -0400

McDonnell's biggest lead is in the Shenandoah/Piedmont region, where he leads 60 percent to Deeds' 28 percent, according to the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

County elementary student dies from complication of the flu

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 21:56:26 -0400

Last Thursday, 15 students at Woodbrook Elementary School were out sick.

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan visits Rotunda

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 16:43:55 -0400

Duncan, who in his youth spent time after school being tutored in a Chicago church basement through a program his mother ran, said teaching programs should be the most important at universities.

Prison magazine files lawsuit againt VA Dept. of Corrections

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:18:09 -0400

Prison Legal News has almost 7,000 subscribers nationwide

City launches Dialogue on Race website

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:42:54 -0400

Study circles will officially begin to meet on December 5, 2009.

Virginia moves forward with tougher stormwater regs

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:52:52 -0400

The Department of Conservation and Recreation has adopted (then suspended) new rules about runoff.

UVA scientist leads discovery of new ring around Saturn

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 15:51:49 -0400

The ring is 13 million kilometers in radius and is the largest planetary ring in the Solar System.

Sixth Republican files for Perriello's Congressional seat

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:40:02 -0400

Hurt joins fellow Republicans Bradley Rees, Michael McPadden, Feda Kidd Morton, Laurence Verga, and Ken Boyd, all running for the same seat.

City Council grants RWSA easement to relocate pipeline in McIntire Park

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:58:38 -0400

Mayor Dave Norris and Councilor Holly Edwards voted against the easement.

NEW C-VILLE COVER STORY! Play time with Clinton Johnston

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 23:42:45 -0400

Fifteen years ago, an unsuspecting co-worker sowed the notion that got Clinton Johnston back onto the stage after an extended hiatus.

Deeds distances himself from 2006 gay marriage vote

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:01:10 -0400

Deeds' new stance is that he doubts government should be involved in same-sex marriage decisions.

Nationwide unemployment rate hits 9.8 percent

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:20:50 -0400

The total number of job lost since December 2007 is a whopping 7.1 million.

First death connected to swine flu reported in the TJHD

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:32:35 -0400

A local adult male contracted the virus and died. Although the patient had an underlying health condition, the virus contributed to his death.

Fifth Republican officially kicks off campaign to unseat Tom Perriello

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:09:36 -0400

"I challenge the leaders of the Republican Party to look around and ask, do you like what you see?" he said.

NEW C-VILLE COVER STORY: History repeats itself

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:04:22 -0400

Many of the re-enactors he interviewed told Toby Beard, in this week's cover story, that their hobby was largely about understanding history

Breaking news: Rob Bell stands up for dessert

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:01:37 -0400

Mere minutes after posting this morning's item about Rob Bell's visits to local elementary schools, we received a letter from a student praising Bell.

Rob Bell to give civics lessons in local schools

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 09:21:42 -0400

The Republican is scheduled to visit four elementary schools to discuss his role in the Virginia Legislature.

Albmarle schools superintendent opts against closing three elementary schools

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 10:49:18 -0400

Albemarle County Superintendent Pam Moran recommended renovation of three county schools at a School Board work session yesterday.

Norris, Szakos propose platform to improve bicycle and pedestrian safety

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:38:26 -0400

Democratic candidates for City Council, Dave Norris and Kristin Szakos, and Democratic candidate for City Sheriff James Brown are seeking to promote greater bike and pedestrian access and safety in Charlottesville.

City Mayor named CEO of local Big Brothers Big Sisters

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:33:01 -0400

It seems that Charlottesville Mayor Dave Norris may have to go back to work sooner than he thought

Local firm selected for new design of Ragged Mountain Dam

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 12:30:59 -0400

The new firm will replace Gannett Fleming.

John Waters joins Virginia Film Festival lineup

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:52:33 -0400

The theme of this year's Virginia Film Festival is "Funny Business" and what could be more appropriate than screening John Waters' movies? John Waters himself.

NEW C-VILLE COVER STORY: Two decades of C-VILLE

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:11:51 -0400

On September 19, 1989, C-VILLE was born.

Deeds leads in urban areas, McDonnell leads in Deeds'

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 09:52:52 -0400

Creigh Deeds is closing in on Bob McDonnell. Over the weekend, the Washington Post has a breakdown of voters' preferences.

Light House Studio's annual Youth Film Festival makes cents

Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:35:19 -0400

Young filmmakers make case in local pictures for funding nonprofit film organization during Friday night event

Creigh Deeds to C-VILLE, "I am a finisher"

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:17:50 -0400

Deeds will be holding an event tomorrow morning on the Mall.

New poll shows Deeds closing in on McDonnell

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 10:48:10 -0400

Overall, McDonnell is losing ground, but on the single question of taxes, McDonnell has a large lead over the Democratic gubernatorial candidate.

Virginia tourism industry brings in increased revenue

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:38:32 -0400

The economic impact figures for 2008 show a 2.8 percent increase in revenue from tourism in Virginia compared to 2007.

Summer financial reports are out: Deeds raised more money than McDonnell

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:38:14 -0400

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds raised close to $3.5 million in the period and his Republican counterpart raised $2.9 million. But McDonnell still has more in the bank, overall.

UVA's Focused Ultrasound Surgery Center may provide cancer treatment triumph

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:22:33 -0400

The facility will contain the first MRI fully dedicated to ultrasound therapy, not diagnostic imaging.

NEW C-VILLE COVER STORY: Funny business

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 23:47:41 -0400

What will you watch on TV this fall season?

UVA reaches $2 billion in its Knowledge is Power fundraising campaign

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:41:39 -0400

"To have achieved our $2 billion interim goal just eight weeks later than originally projected is a remarkable achievement," said Gordon Rainey Jr., Chairman of the Campaign for the University of Virginia and former rector.

Which lucky UVA student made Playboy's "Girls of the ACC" issue?

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:48:51 -0400

A lucky Wahoo woman is selected as one of the magazine's breast in show. Er, best in show

Charlottesville Republicans announce new platform for city

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 09:41:03 -0400

The six-page document omits reference to infrastructure issues, such as the Meadowcreek Parkway controversy, as well as social and national security questions.

Frank Batten Sr., biggest UVA donor, dies

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:54:42 -0400

Frank Batten Sr. developed The Weather Channel in the 1980s and served as the Associated Press board chairman from 1982-1987.

Student with gun arrested at Charlottesville High School

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 10:39:54 -0400

No injuries were reported. The student, whose identity is not being released, was taken to a local juvenile detention center.

Charlottesville City Council moves RWSA ordinance to relocate pipeline for Meadowcreek Parkway to second reading

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:28:04 -0400

City Council moved the ordinance to a second reading with some amendments.

Stimulus funds make PVCC budget cuts a bit less bitter

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:21:44 -0400

"Although the Governor announced a budget reduction of 13 percent for the Virginia Community College System, we are pleased that he decided to use one-time federal stimulus funds to offset part of this, resulting in a reduction of 6.9 percent," said PVCC President Frank Friedman.

Gov. Tim Kaine announces layoffs and up to 15 percent cuts for state colleges

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:59:25 -0400

"The Commonwealth is continuing to manage the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression both responsibly and transparently," said Kaine in a press release.

Places29 open house public meeting later this afternoon

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:49:48 -0400

The meeting will be held in the 2nd floor lobby of the County Office Building at 401 McIntire Road, beginning at 4pm.

NEW C-VILLE COVER STORY! Not-so-secret Garden

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 23:59:19 -0400

Peter Hatch, whose books The Gardens of Monticello and The Fruit Trees of Monticello are standard-bearers in historic gardening