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Listen to Envision Radio episode 214 with Cassidy Dyce

Listen to Envision Radio episode 214 with Cassidy Dyce

  • United Way Charlottesville

Envision Radio hosts Markiana and Price speak with writer Cassidy Dyce about community, Black life, and her work on The Brainstormerz: Money Talks.

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Splash Sundays kicks off summer at Washington Park pool

Splash Sundays kicks off summer at Washington Park pool

  • Visit Charlottesville

Splash Sundays returns June 7 from 5–7 p.m. at Booker T. Washington Park Pool in Charlottesville with free all-day swim, music, food, inflatables and games.

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Hit the road with these summer reads

Hit the road with these summer reads

  • University of Virginia

Memorial Day kicks off road trip season, and UVA Library staff share memoirs and nonfiction recommendations ideal for summer drives and long-distance travel.

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Before ‘The Late Show’ signs off, meet this Hoo behind the scenes

Before ‘The Late Show’ signs off, meet this Hoo behind the scenes

  • University of Virginia

Producer Em Newman reflects on her path from UVA student to key behind-the-scenes role on “The Late Show,” as the long-running late-night program signs off.

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Listen to Envision Radio episode 212 with Leontyne Peck

Listen to Envision Radio episode 212 with Leontyne Peck

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Episode 212 of Envision Radio features educator and author Leontyne Peck discussing her books, Black ancestry and genealogy, and community history work.

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Listen to Envision Radio episode 210 with guest Carla Hallman

Listen to Envision Radio episode 210 with guest Carla Hallman

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Envision Radio hosts Markiana Smith and Price Thomas talk with HR leader Carla Hallman of Farmington Country Club about culture, talent and community impact.

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Listen to Envision Radio episode 209 with Leon Henry

Listen to Envision Radio episode 209 with Leon Henry

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Envision Radio hosts Markiana Smith and Price Thomas interview Charlottesville Social Services director Leon Henry about child welfare, advocacy and leadership.

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From nail guns to balance beams, this Hoo does it all

From nail guns to balance beams, this Hoo does it all

    Architecture student and gymnast Rena Maier balances studio work, club sports, coaching and volunteer service at UVA while exploring future paths in design.

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    UVA sleep doctor offers advice for finals season

    UVA sleep doctor offers advice for finals season

      UVA sleep specialist Dr. Scott Schecter explains how sleep stages, caffeine limits, study habits and short naps can help students perform better during finals.

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      Listen to Envision Radio episode 207 with guest Eddie Howard

      Listen to Envision Radio episode 207 with guest Eddie Howard

        Envision Radio hosts talk with Eddie Howard of Abundant Life Ministries about his Prospect roots, mentoring work, and peacebuilding and restorative justice experience.

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        Axis Dance residency expands inclusive movement at UVA

        Axis Dance residency expands inclusive movement at UVA

          Axis Dance Company’s weeklong residency at UVA invited students to explore inclusive choreography, translating movement across diverse bodies and abilities.

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          Students transform vacant lot into sculpture garden

          Students transform vacant lot into sculpture garden

            UVA art students turned a vacant lot behind Ruffin Hall into a temporary sculpture garden using soil, plants and structures that explore memory and place.

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            Envision Radio episode 205 with guest Thomas Brown

            Envision Radio episode 205 with guest Thomas Brown

              Envision Radio hosts Markiana Smith and Price Thomas welcome Thomas Brown of Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Virginia to discuss his journey, sports, and youth work.

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              Meet the students behind the sound at UVA Battle of the Bands

              Meet the students behind the sound at UVA Battle of the Bands

                Loose Champagne, a student band at the University of Virginia, went from dorm jam sessions to winning Battle of the Bands and opening for Quavo at John Paul Jones Arena.

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                Passion for film fuels UVA student festival

                Passion for film fuels UVA student festival

                • University of Virginia

                UVA students have revived and expanded the Virginia Student Film Festival, drawing national submissions, industry guests and new collaborations in Charlottesville.

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                Luke Combs plays UVA’s first Scott Stadium show in years

                Luke Combs plays UVA’s first Scott Stadium show in years

                • University of Virginia

                Luke Combs brought his tour to UVA’s Scott Stadium, performing for about 60,000 fans in the venue’s first concert since 2017’s Concert for Charlottesville.

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                Want to strengthmaxx? Start with these simple moves

                Want to strengthmaxx? Start with these simple moves

                • University of Virginia

                UVA fitness experts highlight squats, lunges and push-ups as basic strength moves that build real-life functional fitness and can be safely modified and progressed.

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                Manifest Quest celebrates Big Brothers Big Sisters matches

                Manifest Quest celebrates Big Brothers Big Sisters matches

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                Manifest Quest engaged 11 Big Brothers Big Sisters matches in 47 activities over 127 hours, deepening relationships and rewarding every participating pair.

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                Match story: Big Brother Jamel, Little Brother Logan, and Aunt Kathy

                Match story: Big Brother Jamel, Little Brother Logan, and Aunt Kathy

                • Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Blue Ridge

                Big Brother Jamel, Little Brother Logan, and Aunt Kathy describe how their mentoring match began during COVID-19 and continues to support Logan’s growth.

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                Think you know olive oil? Think again

                Think you know olive oil? Think again

                • University of Virginia

                UVA alumna and olive oil sommelier Claudia Hanna-Veysel educates consumers on fresh, high-quality olive oil through tastings, curated flights and a food podcast.

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                UVA students build tiny worlds to tell big stories

                UVA students build tiny worlds to tell big stories

                • University of Virginia

                UVA architecture students in a scenic design course build detailed miniature sets from scripts, blending storytelling, model-making and digital fabrication tools.

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                Charlottesville students present Pictures Project concert

                Charlottesville students present Pictures Project concert

                • Charlottesville City School

                Charlottesville City Schools hosts a free Pictures at an Exhibition concert March 25, 2026, featuring pianist Andrew Armstrong and fourth grade student artwork.

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                UVA expert explains why we groan in middle age

                UVA expert explains why we groan in middle age

                • University of Virginia

                A UVA expert explains that middle-age groans are tied to weakened core muscles and a feed-forward mechanism, and that physical therapy can help retrain them.

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                Charlottesville invites community to annual Eggstravaganza

                Charlottesville invites community to annual Eggstravaganza

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                Charlottesville Parks & Recreation will host the free “Eggstravaganza” Spring Egg Hunt on March 21 at McIntire Skate Park with egg hunts, activities, and parking guidance.

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                From UVA dorms to Hollywood dreams

                From UVA dorms to Hollywood dreams

                • University of Virginia

                UVA alumna Karen Zipor has worked with Disney, DreamWorks and Netflix and returns to Grounds to screen her short film “The Worm’s-Eye View of the Bird.”

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                Charlottesville welcomes indie short film festival

                Charlottesville welcomes indie short film festival

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                Charlottesville hosts the Indie Short Film Festival March 20–22, 2026, featuring 100+ films, panels, workshops, and an Audience Choice Award downtown.

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                Content by UVA Health Children's. By opening two new clinics at UVA Health Medical Park Riverside, UVA Health Children’s has created a hub for top-tier pediatric healthcare in Virginia.

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