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County schools expect revenue to drop further
Going into fiscal 2010, Albemarle County government will have to make do with about 9 percent fewer employees.
Hatton Ferry to Operate for Next 3 Months
The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors approved additional funding for the Hatton Ferry on Wednesday.
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Judge halts mana s opening statement, orders mental exam
A Gordonsville man's hoax terrorist device trial ended during his opening statement Tuesday when the judge declared a mistrial and ordered him to undergo a psychiatric evaluation.
Claytor Retiring From Albemarle PD
Master Police Officer Larry Claytor is retiring from the Albemarle County Police Department after 35 years in law enforcement.
15 years: Magnitude of I-64 rampage weighs in sentence Comments
"If you were a monster, this would be easier," said Judge Cheryl Higgins before pronouncing sentence on the teen who terrorized two counties for two days last year, closing Interstate 64 for six hours and Albemarle County schools on March 27, 2008.
2 arrested in Albemarle prostitution sting
A prostitution sting in Albemarle County apartment complex has resulted in two arrests.
Authorities turn to takeout to solve county arson case
Albemarle County's fire marshal is asking for the public's help in identifying a pizza box of unknown origin found at a recent arson incident.
Last pole-driven river ferry may close in Virginia
On July 1, Virginia stops funding the Hatton Ferry. Unless private donors, nonprofits or local governments find the cash to keep it open, its last crossing is Sunday afternoon, weather permitting.
I-64 sniper gets 15 years in Albemarle
Domenico D'Auria and his family were asleep in their Greenwood Station Road home the night of March 26-27, 2008, when they were awakened by a loud noise.
Albemarle man shot after home break-in
A 30-year-old man was shot and wounded in his residence in the 200 block of Burton Court near Hydraulic Road around 4:40 a.m. Tuesday morning, according to Albemarle County police.
Homeowner of the Year Award Presented
An Albemarle County resident is the recipient of the Homeowner of the Year Award from Virginia Rural Development.
Charlottesville Tomorrow Weblog
Albemarle County Service Authority approves 2010 water rates;...
On June 18, 2009, the Albemarle County Service Authority reviewed and approved water and sewer rate increases as part of its FY 2010 budget.
4X club: Rewarding thrift, County hits water hogs Comments
Albemarle County, which has been sending a message of seeking ever more water via a controversial dam proposal , abruptly altered course Thursday morning by approving a new rate structure that subsidizes thrifty households and punishes water hogs with rates that quadruple as use increases.
Chamber of Commerce Iffy About "Places 29"
In a detailed letter released Wednesday, the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce says plans for "Places 29" are a mixed bag.
Parkway arson: $110K damage at Meadowcreek
Approximately $110,000 worth of construction materials, including a backhoe, for the controversial Meadowcreek Parkway have been destroyed in what is now labeled arson and vandalism.
Crosswalk fallout: Gerry Mitchell files suit Comments
First came the accident. Then the bad publicity. Now, 18 months after Gerry Mitchell was struck in his wheelchair by an Albemarle County police cruiser and then ticketed by Charlottesville police in the ER, comes the lawsuit.
Central VA City to Use Smart Grid Technology
Charlottesville will become Virginia's first locality and one of the first nationwide to adopt "smart grid" technology to allow customers to manage their energy use.
NAACP Criticizes Central VA School System on Recruitment
The Albemarle County NAACP is criticizing the local school system for failing to recruit black teachers and administrators.
NAACP criticizes hiring choices at Albemarle schools
The Albemarle County school system has too few black educators and administrators, and it is failing to make adequate progress toward remedying the problem, the president of the local NAACP said.
Creigh Deeds wins overwhelmingly in both Albemarle and Charlottesville
It's official. Senator Creigh Deeds has won the Democratic nomination for Governor of the Commonwealth.