Student News Source at Piedmont Virginia Community College
Teddie Frock, staff writer The Thomas Jefferson Adult Career Education (TJACE) program, which was previously administered by Charlottesville High School, has now partnered with PVCC. TJACE offers adult learners a pathway to obtaining a high school diploma or equivalent, through education and mentoring. Now students can use the many resources available at PVCC. TJACE […]
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Callan Shore, assistant editor In January, the Women’s March celebrated its third anniversary, but not everyone was offering their congratulations. The leaders of the Women’s March represent many diverse groups, but recently there has been speculation of anti-Semitism at the group’s core. The first objections from the public began when Women’s March co-chair Tamika Mallory […]
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Callan Shore, assistant editor Every March book lovers leave their screens behind to step into the world of their favorite stories. For the past 24 years, thousands have flocked to Albemarle County for the Virginia Festival of the Book. Each year, the attendance reaches around 20,000, and the attendees come from over 30 different states. […]
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Francesca Black, staff writer The Paramount Theater in downtown Charlottesville hosts many events throughout the year. These events include opera, ballet, and musical theater as well as the screening of classic holiday themed films. This year for Valentine’s Day, the Paramount screened the cult classic True Romance, written by Quentin Tarantino. As one of the […]
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Kylie Hoffman, staff writer Imagine spending eight different nights of summer 2019 at a different concert for a low price. Singing, dancing and enjoying a night of great music by some of the hottest country singers for the year. Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Va, is an outdoor music venue that has hosted some of […]
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Samantha Aldridge, staff writer The Fuqua Falcons, from Prince Edward County, traveled into the Buckingham Knights’ territory Wed. Jan. 30. Already met with friendly competition, Fuqua fans came to Buckingham High wearing camouflage outfits to mock the section of southern students. The student body heard the rumors about the mockery and showed up proudly in […]
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Kylie Hoffman, staff writer The Louisa County Lions have already won the regular season Jefferson District title. Can they win the district tournament as well? Home court advantage, stands packed with Lions fans and seniors wanting this win more than ever. On Feb. 12, 2019, the Louisa County Lions took on the Albemarle Patriots for […]
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Francesca Black, staff writer The market for local food in Charlottesville abounds with options to experience Virginia’s horticultural bounty. A crucial source comes to residents as the City Market, where local farmers, artisans, and vendors showcase their talents. In the winter months, January to March, the market is staged at the IX Art Park. Although […]
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Tiana Sigala, staff writer Need to feed your inner-child? Then the Woolen Mills area has a treat for you with Charlottesville’s own, one-of-a-kind Firefly. Firefly, while filled to the brim and bursting with a warm, playful ambience, is more than just a place to eat, drink, or play. This hybrid restaurant, arcade, and bar is […]
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Bryn Dotson, assistant editor Green, purple, and blue lights danced on the worn wooden floor in The Jefferson Theater as people gathered and conversed. It was a dark, warm atmosphere in the theater, if not a little bit crowded. The throng of people edged closer to the intimate stage as the instruments, which included an […]
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