Fire Department staging at the river company. Incident response bus in site. Trail closed signs at Free Bridge. Looks like they're getting ready to clear out the homeless encampment

We live in western Albemarle so bear sightings are not rare, but seeing three cubs “hanging out” is. Enjoy some content not related to Free Bridge.

Small, blonde, pekingese-looking dog found at the corner of Elliott and 6th St NE. They are not wearing a collar. Someone that was trying to keep them out of the road contacted animal control and they came and picked the dog up and are taking them to the CASPCA.

Hey genuine question for my Cvillians and Virginians!!!
In drivers education here does one learn to not block the box? Use their blinker? 😆 but seriously..

I grew up in the north and learned how to drive there, and the driving choices here continue to amaze and confuse me everyday.

Great article. One thing I want to know- this emergency shelter keeps being called temporary, but if itis a success it’ll be permanent right?

I LOVE Greener Things here in C’ville, always a great experience, and have visited some of the other dispensaries in town on occasion. I guess I’m just kinda confused on how these businesses are legal and so front-facing about everything… I‘m seeing news about Virginia legalizing recreational weed sales starting in 2027, but these dispensaries have been selling weed for recreational use for years. Is this one of those weird loophole things where the weed these dispensaries currently sell is a specific type that’s legal? Again to be super clear I am in support of these businesses and not trying to get anyone in trouble, just confused and curious. Thanks!

I am livid (but not really, just my typical whining).

I have now been sitting in what appears to be the Greater Charlottesville Area’s newest permanent parking lot because apparently we needed to conduct emergency deforestation during the exact time when 29 is supposed to be functioning as a road.

Ruckersville → Charlottesville should not require the logistical planning of a NASA launch at 10:30 AM on a Tuesday.

I am watching my life pass before my eyes while a guy in a safety vest operates what I can only assume is the most important tree removal operation in Virginia.

Were these trees threatening national security?
Were they holding the road hostage?
Did they have classified information???

PLEASE. I JUST WANT TO GO SOUTH.

29 South is already held together by orange cones, prayer, and the collective psychological deterioration of Albemarle County commuters. WHY ARE WE DOING THIS TO OURSELVES???

Rant over. Thanks all!

I am probably going to be referred to surgery after recent MRIs showed various things. Because I live in the Lynchburg area, I think Charlottesville has the best medical system in the area surrounding it (I don’t want to be getting surgery at this Centra hospital here), and I’ve been less than impressed with Carilion in Roanoke over the years and who did my last back surgery.
So I’m investigating surgery in C’ville.

Would someone recommend UVA Orthopedics over say, Charlottesville Orthopaedic Center, or Sentara?

Healthgrades has a lot of highly rated ortho docs, so it’s kind of hard to figure out which system would be best to have my pain management doc refer.

Any insight would be appreciated.

edit: I should add that this is likely going to be cervical spine surgery. My C4-7 are the largest and most severe issues. Outside chance of needing another lumbar procedure, and I have a thoracic MRI soon. So, C and T are more likely than another L surgery.

I want to take my mom for her b-day dinner and would like some recommendations because I want to go somewhere new. We have been to most of the Thai spots. She can't do anything spicy. Preferably a place that has at least one vegan option that isnt just a boring salad. Some other places we have been to: sedona taphouse, timberwood grill, vinnys Italian, cava, mezeh, burtons, firefly.

Any recommendations on who to hire for this?

I am a PhD student and kinda broke. So searching for options where I can find used DSLR camera for research. Facebook marketplace isn’t giving me great options. So thought to reach out here for suggestions. I know I can borrow from university but it’s on a per day basis. And I want this long term.

Thank you all in advance ! Appreciate it !

I'm craving some good hammocking time and am curious about which spots people enjoy the most for this. I've set up in Darden Towe before, but would be interested in exploring other parks both in town and reasonable distances away! Ideal spots would be somewhere with lots of space, where the hammock wouldn't be right on top of other people/groups, but I don't mind other people/groups being nearby.

My parents have had property in Scottsville for 20+ years and we have spent most major holidays and summers here, but I just moved here myself from San Diego.

I have been here for about a month now and the police presence is insane. What is the deal? Are they headquartering something? I’ve never seen it like this in years past.

Also, hit me up with any cool things to do! I’m bored as hellll. But did take an awesome cheese making workshop on Saturday at Nealand farm. Highly recommend.

His name is Von and he's very friendly and very approachable. He also responds to bubby. If you see him please give me a call at 434-367-9343

i know this is a silly question but i'm not familiar w/ uva's layout, i've only been working there for around a month and i don't really understand the maps they offered for the shuttle. what stop can i go to that's closest to newcomb hall? again sorry for the silly question. hope i'm making sense

Found a great one! Albemarle Family Foot & Ankle.

Highly recommend. 10/10

hi looking for some help/recommendations on how to re-create the roots BBQ TOFU recipe. I can never get it as the same texture -- is it because of the stove they cook on? also do you think the sauce is homemade? THANKS!

…and the winner is never let me go by kazuo ishiguro!! please join us again on tuesday, september 29th to discuss never let me go!

ps - i see you voters of circe. maybe in october? tbd.

Join us for a Labor Day March for a Living Wage on Monday, September 7. Show your support for the members of our community who deserve to earn a decent wage for their hard work but don’t. Meet outside the UVA Chemistry Building by noon. We’ll march to the historic Lawn where the President of the Virginia State Conference of AAUP and the President of AAUP-UVA will deliver brief remarks. Everyone is welcome!