# albemarle (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover albemarle. Page: Feed: --- ## [Albemarle to host ‘Planning 101’ workshop Thursday](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/20/albemarle-to-host-planning-101-workshop-thursday/) _2026-08-20 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ ALBEMARLE — Albemarle residents will have an opportunity on Thursday night to learn more about how planning, zoning and development decisions are made in the city. Hosted by Albemarle’s Planning and Community Development Department, the \[...\] ## [Locust Police Department holds third annual Junior Detective Camp](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/20/locust-police-department-holds-third-annual-junior-detective-camp/) _2026-08-20 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ LOCUST — Local students from Locust Elementary School recently put their investigative skills to the test during the Locust Police Department’s third annual Junior Detective Camp. Held at the Locust Government Center, the camp was \[...\] ## [West Stanly boys’ soccer shuts out North Stanly for first win of season](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/20/west-stanly-boys-soccer-shuts-out-north-stanly-for-first-win-of-season/) _2026-08-20 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ RED CROSS — The West Stanly varsity boys’ soccer team scored three first-half goals Monday and shut out North Stanly 3-0 in Red Cross as both teams faced an in-county opponent for the first time \[...\] ## [Falcons prepare to defend USA South regular-season title](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/20/falcons-prepare-to-defend-usa-south-regular-season-title/) _2026-08-20 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ MISENHEIMER — Pfeiffer’s men’s soccer team will take the field this weekend, aiming to build on its best season in nearly a decade. Led by 10th-year coach Tony Faticoni, the Falcons will play two preseason \[...\] ## [Thursday, August 20, 2026: Clear-cutting for Azalea Springs prompts neighborhood questions about whether conditions were followed](https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/thursday-august-20-2026-clear-cutting) _2026-08-20 · Sean Tubbs · Charlottesville Community Engagement_ Plus: Some Rivanna River encampment residents continue to ask for delay or halt to planned removal ## [Wednesday, August 19, 2026: Salvation Army gets a $3 million pass-through for Center for Hope](https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/wednesday-august-19-2026-salvation) _2026-08-19 · Sean Tubbs · Charlottesville Community Engagement_ Plus: Albemarle County Public Schools taking applications for vacant seat through Friday ## [B.J. Hill returns to Bengals practice after injury absence](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/18/b-j-hill-returns-to-bengals-practice-after-injury-absence/) _2026-08-18 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ ALBEMARLE — Former West Stanly standout B.J. Hill returned to the practice field Saturday after missing the opening weeks of Cincinnati Bengals training camp because of an undisclosed injury. The Bengals announced Saturday morning that \[...\] ## [Stanly County teams set to kick off 2026 football season](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/18/stanly-county-teams-set-to-kick-off-2026-football-season/) _2026-08-18 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ ALBEMARLE — The 2026 high school football season begins on Friday with all four Stanly County varsity teams taking the field at 7 p.m. for their Week 1 matchups. Two county rivals will open against \[...\] ## [Arts Council offers virtual workshop on artist grants](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/18/arts-council-offers-virtual-workshop-on-artist-grants/) _2026-08-18 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ ALBEMARLE — A virtual workshop scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 25, will give Stanly County artists information about applying for grants of up to $3,000 to support their professional development. On Monday, the Stanly County Arts \[...\] ## [Stanly commissioners to consider updated transportation plan](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/18/stanly-commissioners-to-consider-updated-transportation-plan/) _2026-08-18 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ ALBEMARLE — Stanly County commissioners will consider adopting an updated long-range transportation plan Sept. 8 after reviewing over 130 recommendations covering highways, transit, bicycle routes and pedestrian improvements. At its Aug. 3 meeting, the board \[...\] ## [Refer a Friend, Earn Rewards (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/6cK6bEetqCEZ) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Earn rewards when friends get the Graphite Business Card through your referral. ## [Tuesday, August 18, 2026: Charlottesville still on track to end Rivanna River encampments around September 1](https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/tuesday-august-18-2026-charlottesville) _2026-08-18 · Sean Tubbs · Charlottesville Community Engagement_ Plus: Charlottesville offering free debris pick-up for two city neighborhoods affected by microburst ## [Monday, August 17, 2026: Cost estimates increase for three area transportation projects](https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/monday-august-17-2026-cost-estimates) _2026-08-17 · Sean Tubbs · Charlottesville Community Engagement_ Plus: The National Weather Service has details on Friday’s microburst ## [Week Ahead for August 17, 2026: Charlottesville City Council to vote on $3 million in state funding for Salvation Army](https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/week-ahead-for-august-17-2026-charlottesville) _2026-08-16 · Sean Tubbs · Charlottesville Community Engagement_ Plus: Albemarle Supervisors will hold a one-day retreat on Monday to inform the county's next strategic plan ## [SCS names two new assistant principal hires](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/13/scs-names-two-new-assistant-principal-hires/) _2026-08-13 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ ALBEMARLE — Stanly County Schools recently announced the hiring of two new assistant principals. Kelly Kennedy will serve Locust Elementary School and Badin Elementary School, while Shawn Garrett will serve as assistant principal at North \[...\] ## [Pfeiffer softball players honored on scholar-athlete list](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/13/pfeiffer-softball-players-honored-on-scholar-athlete-list/) _2026-08-13 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ MISENHEIMER — Pfeiffer University had a strong showing on a recent softball scholar-athlete list. Sixteen Pfeiffer players were named to the 2025-26 Easton/National Fastpitch Coaches Association NCAA Division III All-America Scholar-Athlete list, announced Wednesday. The \[...\] ## [North Stanly tops West Stanly in volleyball opener](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/13/north-stanly-tops-west-stanly-in-volleyball-opener/) _2026-08-13 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ NEW LONDON — North Stanly opened its volleyball season earlier this week with a 3-1 home victory over West Stanly in New London on Tuesday. After the Colts (0-1) took the opening set 25-20, the \[...\] ## [Pfeiffer selects new leader for nursing department](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/13/pfeiffer-selects-new-leader-for-nursing-department/) _2026-08-13 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ MISENHEIMER — Pfeiffer University has appointed David Hudson as chair of its Department of Nursing, the university announced Wednesday. Hudson brings over 30 years of nursing and healthcare experience to the role. Most recently, Hudson \[...\] ## [Thursday, August 13, 2026: Charlottesville will reveal Fifeville traffic calming efforts at meeting tonight](https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/thursday-august-13-2026-charlottesville) _2026-08-13 · Sean Tubbs · Charlottesville Community Engagement_ Plus: A city committee to encourage more dense development continues to meet ## [Albemarle native Denico Autry expected to retire after 12 NFL seasons](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/12/albemarle-native-denico-autry-expected-to-retire-after-12-nfl-seasons/) _2026-08-12 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ ALBEMARLE — Denico Autry, one of Stanly County’s most accomplished professional athletes, is expected to retire after a dozen seasons playing in the NFL. Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 in Houston reported on July 21 \[...\] ## [West Stanly to host Stanly County Jamboree](https://stanlynewsjournal.com/2026/08/12/west-stanly-to-host-stanly-county-jamboree/) _2026-08-12 · Jesse Deal · Stanly News Journal_ RED CROSS — The third annual Stanly County Jamboree will kick off at 6:30 p.m. Friday at West Stanly High School, bringing the county’s four varsity football teams together for an evening of preseason action. \[...\] ## [Pirate.io on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/0g9CMJ3tuGMH) _2026-08-12 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Pirate.io listing on Google Play to view the app’s details. ## [Wednesday, August 12, 2026: Third phase of Dairy Central working way through Charlottesville’s review process](https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/wednesday-august-12-2026-third-phase) _2026-08-12 · Sean Tubbs · Charlottesville Community Engagement_ Plus: Southwood Sanitary sewer project flowing forward ## [Tuesday, August 11, 2026: Charlottesville Planning Commission to hold public hearing tonight on utility-themed Comprehensive Plan update](https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/tuesday-august-11-2026-charlottesville) _2026-08-11 · Sean Tubbs · Charlottesville Community Engagement_ Plus: Three UVA-related companies awarded funds from Virginia Catalyst ## [Public Hearing on Eastern Avenue (South) – 11 August](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/08/10/public-hearing-on-eastern-avenue-south-11-august/) _2026-08-10 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ Public hearing Tuesday (night before school starts!) at the Meadows about the Eastern Connector. Anyone want to take bets on when Eastern Avenue to 240 will happen? Primary sources Via the excellent Crozet Gazette story(read the whole thing) The Design Public Hearing will take place ... The post Public Hearing on Eastern Avenue (South) – 11 August appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Week Ahead for August 10, 2026: Albemarle County holding design public hearing for Eastern Avenue extension](https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/week-ahead-for-august-10-2026-albemarle) _2026-08-09 · Sean Tubbs · Charlottesville Community Engagement_ Plus: Charlottesville City Council to meet with School Board on construction wants and needs ## [The 240/250/680 Roundabout is Complete!](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/08/09/the-240-250-680-roundabout-is-complete/) _2026-08-09 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ In 2017 I wrote, “Roundabout Coming to 250 & 240 — Sooner than Expected” May 2024 brought, “240/250 Roundabout – Construction Winter 2024?“ I was researching something else for a client and noted this on VDOT’s page: Well done, VDOT. Thank you. Albemarle County Schools ... The post The 240/250/680 Roundabout is Complete! appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Podcast for August 8, 2026: Charlottesville City Council agrees to spend an additional $4 million to prepare office building for temporary shelter](https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/podcast-for-august-8-2026-charlottesville) _2026-08-08 · Sean Tubbs · Charlottesville Community Engagement_ Listen now | A thorough account of this week’s Council meeting and more [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/210350565/2cf8d7da514e520c1d21c7309e96f913.mp3) ## [Friday, August 7, 2026: Governor Spanberger marks 61st anniversary of Voting Rights Act by signing election security bills](https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/friday-august-7-2026-governor-spanberger) _2026-08-07 · Sean Tubbs · Charlottesville Community Engagement_ Plus: Sales Tax Holiday in Virginia this weekend ## [Thursday, August 6, 2026: Sanders provides more details on $4 million for emergency shelter, sets up conversation for more transitional housing](https://communityengagement.substack.com/p/thursday-august-6-2026-sanders-provides) _2026-08-06 · Sean Tubbs · Charlottesville Community Engagement_ Plus: CAAR reports higher sales in second quarter, slightly lower prices ## [Three Notch’d Center -What’s Coming on 240 Near the Car Wash?](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/07/30/three-notchd-center-whats-coming-on-240-near-the-car-wash/) _2026-07-30 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ Question: What’s going on on 240 near the veterinarian? Quick answer: restaurant, offices, medical. You drive by it all the time (or ride bicycles, and I’ve seen a few people walking). What is it? Asked differently, what’s being built where the Green Olive Tree used ... The post Three Notch’d Center -What’s Coming on 240 Near the Car Wash? appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [What’s Missing in Crozet? (2026 edition)](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/07/27/whats-missing-in-crozet-2026-edition/) _2026-07-27 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ We Have Stuff, and We Have More Than We Might Think. Part one of two. I saw a post the other day asking why Crozet doesn’t have a chiropractor. Fair question. Except we do, they just happen to be in Ivy and Charlottesville. I think ... The post What’s Missing in Crozet? (2026 edition) appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Ultra-Quiet Business Mini (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/81jPBVYBqGmL) _2026-07-27 · **Sponsored**_ Compact business mini, ultra-quiet for focused work. ## [Eastern Avenue – Public Hearing 11 August at 5:30pm](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/07/14/eastern-avenue-public-hearing-11-august-at-530pm/) _2026-07-14 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ This should be fun. “As additional residential developments are expected to continue North of Lickinghole Creek, an extension of Eastern Avenue is needed to improve connectivity to the Crozet development area and Route 250 (Rockfish Gap Tpke),” reads a notice for an upcoming design public ... The post Eastern Avenue – Public Hearing 11 August at 5:30pm appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Quick Look at Crozet’s Real Estate Market – June 2026](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/06/27/quick-look-at-crozets-real-estate-market-june-2026/) _2026-06-27 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ I debated waiting until early July to post this so that we’d have end of month data, but I doubt we’ll see big surprises when the end of month closing data rolls in. If you have questions about the data, I’m always happy to talk ... The post Quick Look at Crozet’s Real Estate Market – June 2026 appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [If Not Here, Where Should Houses Go?](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/06/03/if-not-here-where-should-houses-go/) _2026-06-03 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ I am genuinely curious as to where the Planning Commission and Albemarleians (and Crozetians) would want new homes to be built. Please, point to a map and say, “this is where 18 or 50 or 100 houses should go.” (note: 29 North has hundreds and ... The post If Not Here, Where Should Houses Go? appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Two Biggish Things In Crozet Development This Week](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/05/18/two-biggish-things-in-crozet-development-this-week/) _2026-05-18 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ I read almost all of what Sean puts out in Charlottesville Community Engagement, and happily pay for it. And if you’re interested, and will read it, I’ll give you (only one of you!) a gift subscription as well. The Wednesday Board of Supervisors meeting looks ... The post Two Biggish Things In Crozet Development This Week appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [A Brief Update on Downtown Crozet Redevelopment](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/05/15/a-brief-update-on-downtown-crozet-redevelopment/) _2026-05-15 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ I had the opportunity sit in on a zoom this morning where Joe Fore and Lee Cilimberg updated some Charlottesville Realtors on the state of the Downtown Crozet Initiative. I was a few minutes late, but caught most of the meeting. Short takeaways: Notes taken ... The post A Brief Update on Downtown Crozet Redevelopment appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [CCA Meeting – 5 May – School Capacity in Albemarle](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/05/01/cca-meeting-5-may-school-capacity-in-albemarle/) _2026-05-01 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ Wow. CCA is zooming their meeting! Many years ago in a CCAC meeting, a gentleman stood up and asked boldly, “I don’t have any kids in Crozet schools! My taxes should not go to the schools!” Sir, we’re trying to have a society here. We ... The post CCA Meeting – 5 May – School Capacity in Albemarle appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Mint Springs Dam Improvements](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/03/31/mint-springs-dam-improvements/) _2026-03-31 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ Riding up to Mint Springs this morning, we were met with a bunch of trees down and a fencing around the lower pond. I emailed Albemarle County early this morning, did a bit of searching on their site and I found the Facilities & Environmental ... The post Mint Springs Dam Improvements appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Crozet Cares Closet – Filling a Growing Need](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/03/23/crozet-cares-closet-filling-a-growing-need/) _2026-03-23 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ The Crozet Cares Closet is growing, and that’s good and bad. We are lucky to have so many people willing and able to help our community. You can donate here. Their tagline is perfect: “Providing Essentials, Restoring Dignity. Together, we can ensure everyone in our ... The post Crozet Cares Closet – Filling a Growing Need appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Crozet Real Estate Market Update – Mid-March 2026](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/03/17/crozet-real-estate-market-update-mid-march-2026/) _2026-03-17 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ The Crozet real estate market continues to move, and parts are moving quickly. I run these numbers because I need to understand what’s happening in the Crozet real estate market – and you might find this interesting, too. So here’s where we are through mid-March, ... The post Crozet Real Estate Market Update – Mid-March 2026 appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Wayfinding at CCAC Meeting – 11 March 2026](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/03/09/wayfinding-at-ccac-meeting-11-march-2026/) _2026-03-09 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ Anyone interested in live-tweeting this meeting (on bluesky or threads), please message me or text. 434-242-7140. Via the always-a-must-read Charlottesville Community Engagement Downtown Crozet Initiative to give presentation on wayfinding project Planning has been underway for the redevelopment of the Barnes Lumberyard in Crozet for ... The post Wayfinding at CCAC Meeting – 11 March 2026 appeared… ## [Kid Stuff to do In Crozet – In the Winter](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/03/07/kid-stuff-to-do-in-crozet-in-the-winter/) _2026-03-07 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ I say “I don’t know” a lot. My kids are no longer small, so I’m out of the “what do little kids do in Crozet” during the winter, specifically. I suspect I’ll be doing a “in summer” post soon. What are your favorite things – ... The post Kid Stuff to do In Crozet – In the Winter appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Two Weeks Until 240/250/680 Roundabout Opens?](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/03/03/two-weeks-until-240-250-680-roundabout-opens/) _2026-03-03 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ Two weeks. (From the email I received on 2 March 2026) I asked VDOT when the roundabout would be open. They are always so responsive. We plan to open the Route 240/250 Roundabout and remove the Route 680 detour in the second week of March, ... The post Two Weeks Until 240/250/680 Roundabout Opens? appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Crozet Connect Schedule – Bus Service to Charlottesville](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/03/01/crozet-connect-schedule-bus-service-to-charlottesville/) _2026-03-01 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ Just a reminder for no particular reason that there is an amazing bus service to Charlottesville from many parts of Crozet. The Crozet Connect is fantastic for those with regular work schedules (not ideal for my real estate schedule!) I’ve written about the Crozet Connect ... The post Crozet Connect Schedule – Bus Service to Charlottesville appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Dominion and their new transmission lines](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/02/26/dominion-and-their-new-transmission-lines/) _2026-02-26 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ From a reader: Dominion Energy has proposed a rebuild of an existing 230-kV transmission line from Dooms in Augusta County to Charlottesville to sustain reliability. The route for the line goes through western Albemarle between Crozet and White Hall and into Ivy. Dominion reports that ... The post Dominion and their new transmission lines appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Albemarle County 2027 Budget – Are you Ready?](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/02/23/albemarle-county-2027-budget-are-you-ready/) _2026-02-23 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ I was meeting clients recently at the Mudhouse and they asked me about the plan for solving school overcrowding and the Albemarle County budget. I talked briefly about the County’s inability to plan adequate for the future, and some of the reasons and the whys. ... The post Albemarle County 2027 Budget – Are you Ready? appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Building Affordable Housing in Albemarle County](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/02/18/building-affordable-housing-in-albemarle-county/) _2026-02-18 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ I’m republishing the following with the permission of Michael Monaco. He published it originally here. I think his stuff is worth subscribing to as well. There was a reasonable conversation on facebook, Three of my favorite comments there: 1 – Unfortunately, the market will set ... The post Building Affordable Housing in Albemarle County appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Windy Knoll tries again](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/02/09/windy-knoll-tries-again/) _2026-02-09 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ Now they are aiming for 18 units. bolding below is mine. Via Charlottesville Community Engagement:(click through to read the whole thing) At 6 p.m. the Planning Commission will have two public hearings with the first being for a rezoning in the Crozet growth area. Windy ... The post Windy Knoll tries again appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Crozet Park’s Big Expansion Plans](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/02/06/crozet-parks-big-expansion-plans/) _2026-02-06 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ I unfortunately missed the CCA (Crozet Community Association) meeting a few weeks ago if anyone attended and wants to add their thoughts, please do do in the comments, or email me and I’ll be happy to grant you space to publish your thoughts. We need ... The post Crozet Park’s Big Expansion Plans appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [Three Notch’d Trail Update – 4 February 2026](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/02/04/three-notchd-trail-update-4-february-2026/) _2026-02-04 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ Found in the latest Board of Supervisors’ agenda. Learn much more at the Three Notch’d Trail page on Albemarle.org and more at the Three Notch’d Trail page. It would be so great if this came to fruition in the next 40 years. Three Notched Trail ... The post Three Notch’d Trail Update – 4 February 2026 appeared first on RealCrozetVA . ## [A Quick Thought](https://www.realcrozetva.com/2026/02/02/a-quick-thought/) _2026-02-02 · Jim Duncan · RealCrozetVA_ In response to a FB comment, I posted: The focus of RealCrozetVA remains, and will remain, the Crozet community. And yet, we’re at a time in history where silence in the face of what we are seeing across the country is no longer acceptable. I ... The post A Quick Thought appeared first on RealCrozetVA .