Politics & Government

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“Their World As Big As They Made It: Looking Back at the Harlem Renaissance” keeps the vibrant era alive on Grounds

By Delaney Hammond | September 12, 2023

At the Special Collections Library, a curated collection of images, art and documents paints viewers a picture of the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance. Its newest exhibition, “Their World As Big As They Made It: Looking Back at the Harlem Renaissance” brings the life and ardor of the Harlem Renaissance to Grounds. 

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Professor Elizabeth Schoyer brought the artists around her together in recent “Murmuration” exhibit

By Emily Pitts | September 8, 2023

Schoyer’s recent exhibit "Murmation" brings together the work of artists with whom she has personal connections. The collage to the left upon the entrance features saved pieces from students over the years, which Schoyer said spans over about 20 years. 

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Q&A with Becca Mancari in advance of performance at The Jefferson Theater

By Tanner Rowe | September 7, 2023

Mancari, whose parents live in Virginia, is no stranger to Charlottesville, even making sure to shout out East Main Street’s Twisted Branch Tea Bazaar during an interview with The Cavalier Daily. 

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Little Mod Hotel brings small hotel feel and on-the-go dining to the Corner

By Priya Kommu | September 7, 2023

The “Mod Pod” will be open to both hotel guests and the general public. 

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New zoning ordinance draft divides Charlottesville community

By Finn Trainer | September 6, 2023

Citizens have raised concerns about how the Charlottesville City Council’s latest revision of the zoning ordinance draft will affect affordable housing. 

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Drastic bus driver shortage continues to challenge Charlottesville and Albemarle schools

By Julianne Saunders | September 1, 2023

Last year, many ACPS bus drivers served “double back” bus routes, where they drove one group of students to school and then came back to transport another group — leading to arrival delays of up to an hour. 

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Charlottesville City Council approves new employee pay policy

By Allison Metcalf | August 29, 2023

The new pay structure will cost an estimated $10 million, more than was anticipated in a city-wide compensation study presented to the City Council in April, which suggested a maximum budget of $6.6 million.

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Arcy Drive brings attic rock to the Southern's basement

By Grace Scott | August 25, 2023

Last Sunday, Arcy Drive made it back to Virginia — rocking The Southern Cafe & Music Hall — the latest stop on their nationwide tour, The Stattic Tour Part 2.Through their youthful spirit and undeniable talent, the group captured the audience’s heart and attention from start to finish. 

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Paint the town orange and blue with upcoming arts events

By Emma Herold | August 24, 2023

As University students new and old return to Charlottesville, the University Programs Council (UPC), UVA Arts, and the Charlottesville community offer numerous opportunities to reconnect with and explore the local arts scene after a summer away. 

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Dairy Market developer pauses expansion plans amid community backlash

By Julianne Saunders | August 24, 2023

Stony Point Development Group, the company behind the proposed development, is facing heavy criticism about the project’s potential impact on the community. 

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Makaela Johansen: The artist behind Three Notch’d’s latest beer labels

By Amelia Preble | August 24, 2023

Following her time at the University, School of Architecture alumna Makaela Johansen has made strides in her blossoming graphic design career. Just over a year after her 2022 graduation, Johansen sat down to reflect upon her journey, passions and goals.

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Christopher Darnell Jones Jr. waives right to preliminary hearing

By Finn Trainer and Avery Donmoyer | August 21, 2023

 Sneathren said Jones’s decision was “knowingly and intelligently made.” 

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The Isabel Bailey Band embodies summertime serenity at Ting Pavilion

By Abigail Milne | August 19, 2023

The Charlottesville community gathered at the Ting Pavilion on Friday evening to watch the Isabel Bailey Band, a folk-rock ensemble out of Richmond. 

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Charlottesville Clergy Collective to host forum marking sixth anniversary of 2017 “Unite the Right” rally

By Finn Trainer | August 12, 2023

The event will include three brief dialogues about the impacts of the rally, with two speakers describing their experiences on Aug. 12, as well as a faith leader explaining the effect of the event on local religious groups.

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‘Dear Jack, Dear Louise’ captures hearts at the Virginia Theatre Festival

By Delaney Hammond | August 8, 2023

Performed last week in the Helms Theatre as part of the Virginia Theatre Festival, the play follows the romance between Jack Ludwig — a World War II military doctor — and Louise Rabiner, an aspiring actress.

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‘Fireflies and Zeroes’ shines a brilliant light on Charlottesville

By Melanie Chuh | August 1, 2023

In her debut novel “Fireflies and Zeroes,” Liz Larson shares the shimmering firefly-like charm of Charlottesville alongside the city’s flaws, its zeroes. 

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Charlottesville looks to Sam Sanders for stability as new city manager

By Emily Horn | August 1, 2023

Sanders said he hopes to change the narrative surrounding both the city manager role and Charlottesville.

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Three arts events to attend in Charlottesville this July

By Siona Pathak | July 18, 2023

Charlottesville’s flourishing arts and culture scene provides many opportunities to fill your summer days and explore new art, film and music.

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Increase in weapons law violations and overall crime rates, Charlottesville Police Department 2022 report shows

By Julianne Saunders | July 13, 2023

This report comes as Charlottesville is experiencing a significant rise in gun violence, both on and off-Grounds. 

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Charlottesville’s “sign guy” convicted of assault and battery

By Eleanor Jenkins | July 5, 2023

Pickett commonly stations himself outside Bodo’s Bagels on the Corner with hand-painted signs criticizing Democrats and conventionally liberal ideology.