Three years, three markets and a pandemic later, Richmond-based startup Naborforce is refocusing its efforts on connecting Charlottesville-area neighbors in need with those who can help. The startup aimed at aiding elderly people and their families expanded its market to Charlottesville in late 2019. Then the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Though founder Paige Wilson initially questioned […]
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Nonprofit directory connects central Virginians with volunteer, donation opportunities
An online nonprofit directory aims to be a one-stop shop for Central Virginians looking to volunteer their time or resources. The website, called ReImagine CVA, launched March 30.
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New program to build websites for small businesses impacted by COVID-19
A new program called Website Jump Start is seeking applicants in order to create websites for 24 local businesses through the Central Virginia Small Business Development Center. Albemarle County’s economic development project manager, Jennifer Schmack, noted how many businesses have quickly pivoted to an online presence during the pandemic and how the program hopes to […]
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Locally-created hotline connects food insecure people with nearest food resources
Cultivate Charlottesville, in collaboration with the City of Charlottesville and other community partners, has launched a 24/7 text hotline to connect central Virginians with food resources in their area.
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Businesses buffeted by the pandemic
Shaun Jenkins planned to open his restaurant and catering eatery, Soul Food Joint, just off the Downtown Mall in the spring of 2020. He didn’t plan to open amidst a pandemic that negatively impacted much of his industry. Once operating as a walk-up window and sharing space with The Salad Maker at 300 E. Market St., […]
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Still Determined: Economic Revival
About the artist Learn more about the artist – Sahara Clemons Starting this week, the city of Charlottesville’s Office of Economic Development will disburse $40,000 in grants to local small businesses, all of which are owned by people of color or women. The mini-grant program, facilitated through the city’s Business Equity Fund, is the latest […]
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Restaurant owners hop on board with bill that could make Downtown Mall an open container area
The Downtown Mall is the beating heart of Charlottesville’s social scene and stands as one of the biggest draws to out of town visitors. Making it a designated open container zone could be the solution to a local restaurant industry ravaged by the pandemic. The Alcoholic Beverage Control bill, SB1471, which could allow localities to […]
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Some COVID rules to be loosened March 1
Charlottesville may see increased activity downtown after Gov. Ralph Northam announced Wednesday that Virginia would relax certain COVID restrictions starting March 1. The new measures extend the current 10 p.m. cutoff for alcohol sales to midnight and lift the stay-at-home curfew. Outdoor entertainment venues may also increase their capacities from 250 people to up to […]
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JSAAHC debuts “Charlottesville Collects African American Art” exhibition
The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center unveiled its “Charlottesville Collects African American Art” gallery on Jan. 31. Rather than showcasing just one artist, the exhibition features the work of 14 Black artists from Charlottesville and across the country. Artists shown in the gallery include Gordon Parks, Robert Reed, Carrie Mae Weems, Jacob Lawrence, Whitfield […]
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Community Bikes seeking new home
Related Article: Riverbend eyed for redevelopment of city public housing For five years, Community Bikes has lived on the corner of Avon Street and Levy Avenue, where countless bikes have been given away to people in need. But this June might be the end of the road. The local nonprofit donates bikes to low-wealth community […]
