“This doesn’t happen to other employees,” said campus union chair Laura Ornée.
Posted inGovernment and public institutions
Judge dismisses one count in Confederate statue lawsuit, but principal allegations remain
Two Confederate legacy groups are suing in an attempt to force Charlottesville to take the Lee statue back from the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center.
Posted inHow we learn
After learning how many families struggle to get basic toiletries, City Schools began providing them free
“When we make essential items in our closets free and accessible, that’s one less thing that a student has to worry about,” said Bianca Johnson.
Posted inHow we learn
After bitter disagreement, Venable and Clark elementary schools will now be Trailblazers and Summit
“I think the name Trailblazers is kind of dumb,” said School Board member Jennifer McKeever.
Posted inGovernment and public institutions
Want to join City Council? This is what Councilors say they’re looking for in an interim member
“I think it will be important to appoint someone who, as much as possible, shares the perspective Sena brought as a City Councilor,” said Councilor Michael Payne.
Posted inHow we learn
After Thursday, two elementary schools could have new names if the school board reaches a consensus
Venable and Clark elementary schools are among the first City Schools to have their names reconsidered.
Posted inGovernment and public institutions
Charlottesville City Councilor Magill resigns, remaining four members will accept applications to appoint her replacement
The next election to fill the seat will be in November.
Posted inOur neighborhoods
Fifeville residents restore a long forgotten trail system that enables pedestrians to safely bypass 5th Street
The short trail was already a well-used shortcut for Prospect Avenue residents.
Posted inFirst person
My 14th Christmas in prison
Mithrellas Curtis, incarcerated at the Fluvanna Correctional Center, makes ‘magic out of thin air’ — no matter where she celebrates the holidays.
Posted inGovernment and public institutions
Ready the reusable bags: City and county will start taxing plastic bags Jan. 1
The five cent per bag tax will apply to grocery stores, convenience stores and pharmacies and any large retailer that contains groceries or a pharmacy.
