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Augusta deputies “justified” in shootings that killed Parkersburg Turnpike suspect Dec. 17
The Augusta County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office has determined the Dec. 17 shooting death of a suspect by a county deputy were "actions... not only justified, but entirely necessary".
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Staffing and phased zones top priorities for ACFR’s new chief
New ACFR chief David Puckett said he'll rely on the third-party report that examined staffing issues and response times for the department.
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Albemarle County names new Fire Rescue chief
David Puckett, who has 27 years of service at ACFR. starts Thursday.
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New license plate scanning parking garage system raises City Councilor concerns
The new paperless downtown parking garage payment system has raised serious concerns among City Councilors as evidenced by a nearly one-hour discussion at the first meeting of 2026.
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City advises of JPA and Stadium Road closures Jan. through March
The City of Charlottesville has advised about four road closings to come from January through March at Jefferson Park Avenue and Stadium Road.
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UVA RAM seeks volunteers for March Fishersville free clinic
Remote Area Medical, or RAM, is looking for volunteers to provide free medical, dental, and vision care at an upcoming clinic March 21-22 in Fishersville.
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Elkton woman charged with first degree murder
The two lived together but were not related.
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John F. Harris selected UVA Health System Board public member
The University of Virginia Board of Visitors has approved John F. Harris as a public, non-voting member of the UVA Health System Board.
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Juandiego Wade chosen for second term as Charlottesville’s mayor
Natalie Oschrin will be the city's vice mayor.
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City School Board experimenting with later meeting time
By starting an hour later, at 6 p.m., the Board hopes to jumpstart community engagement.
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Three week Arrowhead Road bridge closure starts Jan. 12
VDOT will close a portion of Arrowhead Road in southern Albemarle County Jan. 12 for bridge superstructure replacement.
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Charlottesville Christmas tree pickup starts Jan. 12
The City of Charlottesville will be doing curbside Christmas tree pickup for recycling next week.
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Charlottesville man charged with armed robberies at Pantops Shopping Center
Stephen T. Agner, a 64-year-old convicted felon, is being held without bond.
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UVA psychologist: Less than one-third make New Year’s resolutions
A UVA psychologist’s informal polling on New Year's resolutions finding 30% of people make them, but she doesn't have data how many of them were successful.
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ACPD charges Verona woman in connection with jail drug investigation
Police allege the woman attempted to smuggle drugs into the jail concealed in a medical brace.
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BREAKING: Albemarle Police investigate Pantops armed robbery report
Albemarle County Police report a large presence at the Pantops Shopping Center investigating an armed robbery report.
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Wind causes landing plane to clip wingtip on tarmac at CHO
No one was injured but the Skywest Canadair flight from Chicago had to abort the attempt and then re-land.
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Million dollar VA Lottery New Year’s Raffle winner purchased in Madison
A ticket bought in Madison is one of five $1-million-dollar winners in the New Year's Millionaire Raffle drawing.
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Triple A: Plan a ‘get-home’ strategy before heading to a New Year’s Eve party
Some nuance this year to Triple A's annual New Year's Eve call not to drink and drive: Make your plan before you go out.
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Spanberger chooses Counsel to Governor and Chief Diversity Officer
Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger named two key appointees in her upcoming Administration, one of whom will be Counsel to the Governor and the other named Chief Diversity Officer and Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
