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1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
Tim Curry, iconic character actor and ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ star, dies at 80
Tim Curry, a character actor who created a gallery of delicious, very loony villains for stage and screen, including Dr. Frank-N-Furter in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the smug concierge in "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York," has died. He was 80.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Dolly Parton built a better world, with rhinestones and songs
There are few inalienable truths: Everyone was born, everyone will die, and everyone loved Dolly Parton. Larger-than-life at 5-foot-nothing, the country star, actor, philanthropist, entrepreneur and theme park enthusiast who died Tuesday, transcended celebrity in rhinestones and fringe.
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3 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending
How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school season
After a summer of vacations and late nights, it's time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night's sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it's worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year.
4 days ago in Lifestyle
3-year college degrees grow more popular in the US, saving time and cash. But critics aren’t sold
Condensed college programs have exploded in popularity. As of this spring, 26 U.S. states have a college that offers at least one reduced-credit, three-year bachelor's, according to the nonprofit research group RAND. Advocates say these programs are a solution to the college affordability crisis and a godsend for non-traditional students.
7 days ago in Lifestyle
Fall books: Fiction takes the spotlight in bookstores during the midterm season
Midterm election news will fill the headlines this fall, but, among book buyers, fiction will likely have top billing.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
The best fabric for extreme heat? It’s more complicated than you think
When it's really hot out, getting dressed seems pretty simple: Wear something light, loose and made for summer. But textile researchers say it's actually a little more complicated than that.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
Winning ticket for $1 billion Powerball jackpot was sold in Illinois
A Powerball ticket sold at a gas station in western Illinois was the sole winner of the $1 billion jackpot, ending a three-month drought without a top-prize victor.
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5 hours ago in Albemarle County, Education, Local
Petition calls for Kate Acuff’s removal from school board
The group is seeking 476 signatures from Jack Jouett residents in order to petition a circuit court to remove her from office.
9 hours ago in Albemarle County, Crime, Local
Former Woodbrook teacher pleads guilty to child porn charges
Nicholas Clark, who taught fifth grade, will be sentenced on Dec. 2.
10 hours ago in Albemarle County
Three-car wreck in Albemarle County leaves one dead, two injured
ACPD is investigating the crash. It said it does not believe speed nor alcohol were factors in the wreck.
13 hours ago in Local, Sports, UVA
Scott Stadium sold out for UVA season opener
Following the university's "Sell Out Scott" campaign, the stadium will host its first sell-out since 2008 when the Cavaliers host NC State on Saturday.
14 hours ago in Charlottesville City, Local
City, CASS reach deal to operate Holiday Dr.
The city will pay Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS) up to $3.2 million for operation of shelter with 120-person capacity
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16 hours ago in Entertainment
Prosecutors rest in Tupac Shakur murder trial, putting Duane Davis’ defense up next
Prosecutors rested their case Wednesday in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis after calling 24 witnesses for the nearly 30-year-old killing of Tupac Shakur.
19 hours ago in Charlottesville City, Entertainment, Local
Producer Todd Black to be recognized at Virginia Film Festival
The long-time producer, known for his collaborations with Denzel Washington, will be awarded the first-ever Virginia Film Festival Career Producer Honor.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
Tim Curry, iconic character actor and ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ star, dies at 80
Tim Curry, a character actor who created a gallery of delicious, very loony villains for stage and screen, including Dr. Frank-N-Furter in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the smug concierge in "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York," has died. He was 80.
1 day ago in Entertainment
Judge grants Blake Lively $400,000 of $8M in legal fees she sought in film fight with Justin Baldoni
Blake Lively will get just over $400,000 of the $8 million she sought in legal costs from actor and director Justin Baldoni after they settled their fight over the production of their 2024 film "It Ends With Us," a federal judge ruled Wednesday.
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