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UVA oyster research gets big federal boost
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - A group of University of Virginia researchers received a $1.4-million grant from the National Science Foundation. Associate Professor of Environmental Sciences Max Castorani heads the project. He said the research’s goal is to help oyster restoration by determining where and how to build oyster reefs. According to Castorani, oyster reefs protect local communities from flooding. As oyster populations dwindle, the chance of flooding rises.
Lung cancer survivor joins UVA Health to encourage more screening
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The first step of taking charge of your health can be daunting, but UVA Health advocates for early cancer screening, especially for those who smoke. Dave Koshstall knew he was at risk for lung cancer. A former smoker, he avoided screening for as long as he...
Award-winning Amsterdam poet visits Charlottesville for book signing
New Dominion Bookshop in Charlottesville will host a book reading and signing with award-winning poet CAConrad on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 7 to 8 p.m. CAConrad will read from their latest poetry collection, “Listen to the Golden Boomerang Return,” which was released from Wave Books in spring 2024. The in-person event will be free and open to the public. The bookshop recommends arriving early for the best seating.
Community Counts: Ronald McDonald House
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- In this Community Counts, Bo Sykes talks with Alisa Powell with the Ronald McDonald House of Charlottesville about what the organization does to help families, its needs, and the upcoming JackFest. For more information, click here. Watch the next Community Counts on the Cville Women's...
Faculty Senate discusses academic freedom, free speech at the University
In its first meeting of the semester, the University's Faculty Senate hosted Ian Baucom, executive vice president and provost, for a discussion about academic freedom at the University, including what free speech protections faculty have as both private citizens and University employees. Baucom also stated that the right to free expression as private individuals can mutually exist with the University faculty’s commitment to academic freedom, and that in the classroom professors should encourage free discussion, inquiry and expression.
Storms likely caused part of old downtown Petersburg DMV building to collapse, officials say
PETERSBURG − City officials say weather is likely to blame for the partial collapse of the former Department of Motor Vehicles building in downtown Petersburg. City spokesperson Joanne Williams told The Progress-Index that the debris fell into Brickhouse Run, one of the many streams that meander through and below Petersburg. The stream had...
Fridays After Five: Skip Castro Band (8-30-24)
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The Fridays After Five free concert Series at Ting Pavilion continues August 30. Pocket Change will take the stage at 5:30 p.m. before Skip Castro Band at 6:30 p.m. Entry is free and food and drinks will be available for purchase. Do you have a story...
UVA Class of 2028 Demographics Show Uptick In First-Generation Students
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – UVA has finally hashed out demographic numbers for its 3039 1st-years this academic year. The Class of ’28 has 20%, or about 750, first-generation students attending college in their families. They hail from 99 different countries or jurisdictions. Some are from 6...
Mosquito Madness: Experts offer tips to fend off pests ahead of Labor Day weekend
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT)—Mosquitos can transmit several diseases to humans, including Zika, West Nile and, in some rare cases, eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). According to New Hampshire’s Department of Health, a man died from EEE in August after being bit. The man’s family said he was healthy, but his condition rapidly worsened.
Dinwiddie man faces multiple charges after human trafficking investigation
CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - A Dinwiddie man faces multiple charges following a months-long human trafficking investigation. Curtis T. Thomas, 32, was arrested on Aug. 21 and faces the following charges in Chesterfield:. four counts of receiving money from the earnings of a prostitute. four counts of commercial sex trafficking. one...
Hear Together: The Center at Belvedere Active Aging Fair
The Center at Belvedere’s nonprofit community center in Charlottesville creates healthy aging opportunities for adults 50 and up. They invite you to kick off Active Aging Week this fall with an Active Aging Fair on Saturday, September 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Over forty-five local businesses and organizations are coming together to share the services and information that help us age to the best of our potential.
Faculty Spotlight: The Award-Winning Professor With Dad Jokes, Candy Demos and an Umpiring Legacy
They were off Grounds, out of the biomedical engineering lab, but the change in environment couldn’t break old habits for University of Virginia student Clay McComb. His umpiring mate at the Pen Park baseball diamonds in Charlottesville still held a singular title in his mind. “I kept calling him...
How many games do YOU think UVA football will win this season?
The Virginia Cavaliers 2024 football season is nearly upon us. Before the action kicks off at Scott Stadium tomorrow evening against Richmond, we’re polling the UVA fanbase on its expectations for this upcoming campaign. First up, hit us with your record prediction for the Wahoos this fall. In our...
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