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Category: Government and public institutions

Our coverage prioritizes how our community can engage with government, nonprofits and public institutions that we entrust (and often pay) to lead us. We don’t just report what they say, we investigate what they do.

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Rent relief for both Charlottesville and Albemarle County is now available through one hotline

by Angilee Shah November 29, 2022November 30, 2022

If you need help with rent, mortgage or utilities, you can get $1,000 per month or $3,000 in a year.

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There are three candidates for Charlottesville’s new police chief — ask them your questions Monday night

by Angilee Shah November 23, 2022November 30, 2022

The Police Civilian Oversight Board is hosting a candidate forum and taking questions by email or voicemail.

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In central Virginia, there aren’t enough candidates to fill open seats in local governments

by Jessie Higgins November 21, 2022November 21, 2022

Why? Politicians and political scientists say it’s about local party politics and money.

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Scottsville Town Council candidate Dan Gristko responds to voter questions

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Statement from Dan Gristko, who is running for town council in Scottsville, in Albemarle and Fluvanna counties.

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Scottsville Town Council candidate Bill Hyson responds to voter questions

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Bill Hyson, who is running for town council in Scottsville, in Albemarle and Fluvanna counties, says an apartment development, maintenance and the budget are the most pressing issues.

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Orange Town Council candidate Elliott Fox responds to voter questions

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Elliott Fox, who is running for town council in the Town of Orange, Orange County, says the water tower and the workforce are key issues.

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The 5th District’s up for grabs in Tuesday’s election, but so are mayors and school boards across Central Virginia

A "T" on a purple circle by Charlottesville Tomorrow November 4, 2022November 8, 2022

Charlottesville Tomorrow visited In My Humble Opinion to talk about the 2022 Voter Guide.

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The Downtown Mall is getting its first ever public bathroom — and community members are ‘ecstatic’

by Erin O'Hare October 24, 2022October 24, 2022

“Oh honey! We need them desperately!” said John, who has a medical condition that requires him to be near a bathroom.

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Here’s how you can watch the only live debate between Rep. Bob Good and Josh Throneburg

by Jessie Higgins October 18, 2022November 8, 2022

The debate between the two 5th District Congressional candidates is happening Oct. 26

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City of Charlottesville workers are first in the area to earn right to collectively bargain

by Tamica Jean-Charles October 17, 2022November 8, 2022

City workers can now negotiate their salaries and insurance.

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