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Montpelier makeover

2010-08-19T16:51:29-05:00

The dining room at Montpelier gets a makeover with new reproduction wallpaper.

Once Upon A Time

2010-08-15T01:01:13-05:00

Once Upon A Time Clock Shop

One year of the Thomas Jefferson Visitor Center at Monticello

2010-07-25T00:01:15-05:00

About a year ago, Monticello’s new Thomas Jefferson Visitor Center and Smith Education Center opened with expanded shopping and eating options and a wide variety new experiences.

Sheep Shearing

2010-07-24T15:37:36-05:00

4-H members prepare for competition at the upcoming Albemarle County Fair Saturday at Edgemont Farm in North Garden.

Madison County Fair

2010-07-14T20:18:46-05:00

Opening day at the Madison County Fair saw a pie eating contest, livestock judging and plenty of carnival fun.

Habitat “Blitz Buid”

2010-07-10T19:23:03-05:00

Habitat for Humanity volunteers build four houses in four days.

DIY: Build your own rifle

2010-07-04T01:01:33-05:00

“Hunting and butchering your own food is pretty satisfying as it stands,” he continued. “Obtaining that food with a tool that you built yourself takes you to a whole new level.”

Storm cleanup continues

2010-06-27T22:03:29-05:00

Locals continued getting out from under storm debris Sunday, though the picture was much rosier than the previous few days.

Finishing Touches

2010-06-27T01:06:44-05:00

After hearing the violin played for the first time, violin maker Oded Kishony is putting the final touches on his creation for master violinist Max Rabinovitsj.

Microburst damage

2010-06-26T14:54:38-05:00

Thursday’s fast-moving yet violent thunderstorm toppled a massive tree and downed power lines.

Bennett’s Six Shooters

2010-06-20T16:17:40-05:00

A look behind the scenes into the lives of Bennett’s six freshman basketball recruits.

UVa Baseball Super Regional Final Game

2010-06-14T23:23:15-05:00

UVa lost a heartbreaking game against Oklahoma at home in their bid for a repreat College World Series appearance 11-0.

University of Virginia graduation weekend

2010-05-23T18:16:42-05:00

The University of Virginia celebrates the commencement of 6,200 graduates during Valedictory Exercises on Saturday, May 22 and Final Exercises on Sunday, May 23, 2010.

Slideshow: Virginia women’s lacrosse plays first game following Love’s death

2010-05-16T20:36:33-05:00

The University of Virginia women’s lacrosse team played their first game since the death of teammate Yeardley Love on Sunday, May 16, 2010 at Klockner Stadium in Charlottesville.

UVa versus Richmond baseball

2010-04-21T08:56:03-05:00

Virginia cruised to an 11-3 victory over Richmond.

UVa baseball versus Virginia Tech

2010-04-18T20:59:08-05:00

Virginia Tech won the last match of the three game series 8-5 at Davenport Field.

2010 Charlottesville Marathon

2010-04-17T21:50:47-05:00

Runners participated in the 2010 Charlottesville Marathon.

UVa versus VT Baseball

2010-04-17T02:20:17-05:00

Virginia defeated Virginia Tech 4-2 in the opening game of the series.

Antonin Scalia at the UVa Law School

2010-04-16T21:34:35-05:00

United States Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia payed a visit the Law School at the University of Virginia

Charlottesville 2010 Ten Miler

2010-04-03T11:51:55-05:00

Runners participated in the 2010 Charlottesville Ten Miler.

Breakthrough Athletes - Spring 2010

2010-04-02T00:01:53-05:00

The Daily Progress takes a look at eight up-and-coming high school athletes for the seasonal Breakthrough Athletes feature.

John Yoo talks at UVa’s Miller Center of Public Affairs

2010-03-19T17:30:54-05:00

John Yoo had walked into the Miller Center of Public Affairs intending to discuss his book, “Crisis and Command: A History of Executive Power from George Washington to George W. Bush.”

63rd Annual Regional Spelling Bee

2010-03-13T16:48:46-05:00

Thirty-three students from grades three through eight compete in the 63rd Annual Regional Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 13, 2010 at Monticello High School. The winner travels to Washington D.C. for the chance at the National title.

Andrew Shurtleff wins POYi sports action contest

2010-03-11T18:31:55-05:00

Daily Progress chief photographer Andrew Shurtleff has been named winner of the Sports Action category of the Pictures of the Year International competition.

Monica Wright : ACC Player of the Year

2010-03-04T16:33:50-05:00

University of Virginia’s senior guard Monica Wright is the ACC Player of the Year on March 4, 2010. She is UVA’s all-time leading scorer and ACC Defensive Player of the Year.

UVa basketball versus Duke

2010-02-28T23:19:58-05:00

The University of Virginia lost 49-67 at home versus Duke University.

UVa baseball versus GWU

2010-02-24T21:16:18-05:00

UVa baseball defeated George Washing University 5-2 for their 2010 home opener at Davenport Field.

UVa basketball versus FSU

2010-02-18T10:41:54-05:00

Florida State beat UVa 69-50 in front of a crowd of 10,365 at John Paul Jones Arena.

February Snowfall

2010-02-06T12:18:21-05:00

Charlottesville and the surrounding area was buried again in a beautiful but dangerous blanket of snow.

UVa versus NC State

2010-02-03T23:02:14-05:00

The UVa men’s basketball team defeated NC State 59-47 at home in Charlottesville.

UVa basketball versus VT

2010-01-28T23:55:28-05:00

Virginia lost to Virginia Tech 71-76 at home.

UVa basketball versus UNCW

2010-01-18T23:10:56-05:00

The Cavaliers beat UNC Wilmington at home 69-67.

UVa versus Georgia Tech

2010-01-13T23:26:10-05:00

Virginia beat Georgia Tech 82-75 at home.

UVa versus University of Texas-Pan American

2010-01-05T22:47:49-05:00

Virginia beat UTPA 72-53 at home.

UVa versus Liberty

2009-12-29T22:29:39-05:00

The University of Virginia women’s basketball team beat Liberty University 63-54 at home in the John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, Va on December 29th, 2009.

UVa versus Samford

2009-12-28T22:31:25-05:00

The University of Virginia women’s basketball team beat the Samford Bulldogs 69-60 at home in the John Paul Jones Arena, in Charlottesville, Va. on Monday, December 28rd 2009 during the Marriott Cavalier Classic.

UVa versus Hampton

2009-12-23T22:50:52-05:00

The University of Virginia Men’s basketball team beat Hampton at home 80-54.

Winter Storm 2009

2009-12-19T12:42:22-05:00

With a foot or more of snow already on the ground and more falling heavily across Central Virginia, daybreak arrived with an eerie silence and a stunning display of winter weather’s power.

Mike London press conference

2009-12-07T19:09:10-05:00

This is the entire press event including the question and answer period after the announcement. Two questions at the end are omitted from this recording due to recording time restrictions.

UVa basketball versus PSU

2009-11-30T23:03:27-05:00

UVa loses 66-69 to Penn State University.

UVa football versus Virginia Tech

2009-11-28T22:05:26-05:00

Virginia lost its final game of the season at home 42-13 against in state rivals Virginia Tech.

UVa basketball versus Oral Roberts

2009-11-21T20:03:43-05:00

The Virginia Men’s Basketball team defeated Oral Roberts University 76-55 at home.

Blue Ridge versus Nansemond-Suffolk Academy football

2009-11-21T20:01:47-05:00

Blue Ridge School lost to Nansemond-Suffolk Academy 17-0.

UVa basketball versus Rider

2009-11-19T22:46:58-05:00

UVa rolled over the Rider University Broncs 79-46 at home.

Blue Ridge football versus Atlantic Shores

2009-11-16T19:29:02-05:00

The Blue Ridge school football team came from behind to beat Atlantic Shores Christian 32-30 in the VISAA semi-finals Monday in Greene County, VA.

UVa football versus Boston College

2009-11-14T21:25:16-05:00

UVa lost at home to Boston College 14-10.

Western Albemarle versus Skyline football

2009-11-14T21:17:16-05:00

Western Albemarle beat Skyline 46-20 in playoff quarterfinals at Monticello. (Special to the Daily Progress: Ashley Twiggs)

UVa basketball versus Longwood

2009-11-13T23:16:38-05:00

New Virginia Men’s Basketball Head Coach Tony Bennett summarizes his team’s 85-72 season opener victory over Longwood.

Health care protest outside Perriello’s office

2009-11-10T17:35:14-05:00

Protesters on both sides of the health care debate gathered outside Congressman Tom Perriello’s (D-Ivy) Charlottesville office to voice their opinions.

Friday Night Football: Saints versus Barons

2009-11-10T14:07:09-05:00

Saints snag ODFC title

Election 2009

2009-11-03T17:46:40-05:00

Pictures from the November 3rd general election.

UVa football versus Duke

2009-10-31T20:06:32-05:00

Virginia lost to Duke 28-17 at home.

Friday Night Football: Western versus Orange

2009-10-31T14:19:19-05:00

Western Albemarle bounced back from an early deficit against Orange County to cruise to a Jefferson District win on Friday, keeping its perfect record intact.

Panorama Farms Cross Country Meet

2009-10-29T08:56:49-05:00

Louisa County’s Chris Springer and Western Albemarle’s Emily Moffett won this years Jefferson District cross country meet at Panorama farms.

Football: UVa versus Georgia Tech

2009-10-24T20:13:49-05:00

UVa lost to Georgia Tech 34-9 at home.

Friday Night Football: Saints versus Eagles

2009-10-24T07:53:16-05:00

In Friday’s match-up between St. Anne’s-Belfield and Covenant, though, plays from inside the five included three turnovers and two plays for a combined 128 yards. In a sloppy, yet thrilling contest, St. Anne’s made more positives from those plays than Covenant, and that determined the Saints’ 35-21 win.

Monday Night Football: Monticello versus WAHS

2009-10-19T22:15:27-05:00

Delayed from Friday due to field conditions Monticello and Western rumbled in Crozet with Western winning 28-6.

Friday Night Football: Cougars maul Saints

2009-10-17T10:11:09-05:00

With 373 passing yards and four touchdowns from McGee, Collegiate downed St. Anne’s-Belfield on the road Friday 37-14.

UVa Football versus Indiana

2009-10-10T20:15:07-05:00

UVa beat Indiana University at home 47-7.

Friday Night Football: CHS vs WAHS

2009-10-10T07:49:25-05:00

Western prevailed 27-13 to remain unbeaten on the season and send CHS to its first Jefferson District loss.

CPA-TV

2009-10-05T11:08:52-05:00

A look behind the scenes of the CPA crew at work.

U2 at Scott Stadium

2009-10-01T23:17:45-05:00

U2 brought their massive 360 Degree Tour which includes the band members plus an epic sized stage to Scott Stadium.

Getting Right at Kluge Children’s Rehab

2009-09-18T00:01:39-05:00

Elle Howdershell, 6, finishes a month-long occupational therapy at Kluge Children’s Rehabiliation Center to regain use of her right arm. Elle had a stroke two years ago, leaving her with ongoing right side weakness.

Constitution Day at Montpelier

2009-09-17T16:02:30-05:00

James Madison’s Montpelier celebrated Constitution Day with guest keynote speaker Lynne Cheney, wife of former Vice President Dick Cheney.

Scott Stadium Time Lapse

2009-09-12T21:02:45-05:00

A time lapse version of the UVa Football game versus TCU.

UVa Football versus TCU

2009-09-12T20:24:26-05:00

The UVa Cavaliers lost 30-14 at home against Texas Christian University.

Week in Photos: 8/30 - 9/5

2009-09-08T16:41:47-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of August 30th.

Cavalier Football: UVa VS William and Mary

2009-09-05T23:08:53-05:00

The UVa Cavaliers lost 26-14 at home against William and Mary.

Monticello beats Albemarle 38-7 in season opener

2009-09-05T00:01:09-05:00

Monticello Mustangs defeat rivals Albemarle Patriots 38-7 in the season opener on MHS’s new artificial turf field Friday, Sept. 4, 2009.

BREAKTHROUGH: Fall Edition

2009-09-02T00:01:13-05:00

Several natural athletes are ready to step into the spotlight this spring. HERE ARE 8 OF THEM.

Week in Photos: 8/9 - 8/15

2009-08-21T15:17:28-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of August 9th.

Tom in Town

2009-08-12T01:09:48-05:00

5th District Representative Tom Perriello held a town hall meeting at Charlottesville High School.

Week in Photos: 8/2 - 8/8

2009-08-10T12:29:45-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of August 2nd.

Week in Photos: 7/19 - 7/25

2009-07-30T14:13:21-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of July 19th.

Week in Photos: 7/12 - 7/18

2009-07-23T11:47:02-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of July 12th.

Mr. Jefferson’s Kitchen

2009-07-22T00:01:49-05:00

A new PBS cooking show called “A Taste of History” reawakened the kitchen at Monticello, preparing some of Thomas Jefferson’s favorite meals on Tuesday, July 21, 2009. Monticello officials believe it was probably the first time the kitchen was used in over 100 years.

Memorial honors a father’s sacrifice

2009-07-19T00:01:47-05:00

Ann Townsend leads a memorial service for her father, George Frazier, at Holly Memorial Garden cemetery on Saturday, July 11, 2009. Frazier’s plane went down during World War II and his body was never recovered.

Segway Polo

2009-07-18T15:27:02-05:00

Every Sunday afternoon, a small group of polo enthusiasts play the game on Segway electric vehicles at King Family Vineyard before the horses and riders take field for the traditional match.

After 20 hours in a pipe, one pleased pooch

2009-07-15T07:01:19-05:00

A border collie named Scout may have been chasing some sort of critter Monday when he darted into the drainage pipe’s narrow opening.

Week in Photos: 7/5 - 7/11

2009-07-13T09:18:41-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of July 5th.

Walnut Creek Chimney Chase

2009-07-12T22:47:06-05:00

While it’s not a multi-week marathon like the Tour de France, Sunday’s Walnut Creek Chimney Chase at Walnut Creek Park did its part to bring cycling to the forefront in Central Virginia.

All in a Dane’s work

2009-07-08T23:03:42-05:00

Valerie Kirkman walks with her dog Arrow, a Great Dane service dog she uses for balance after being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis.

A Taste of Freedom

2009-07-06T07:47:48-05:00

At the Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail, a group of inmates are putting their energies into writing, composing and rapping songs with a clean message. With the help of volunteer and mix master Kris Bowmaster, the end result will be a rap album that will be available locally.

The Making of Cavman

2009-06-30T00:01:20-05:00

In a dark office in the bowels of John Paul Jones Arena, two video producers bring the University of Virginia mascot to life. Erik Elvgren and Matt Uncapher make the animated shorts Adventures of Cavman which are shown before home football games.

Week in Photos: 6/21 - 6/27

2009-06-29T16:56:50-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of June 21st.

Week in Photos: 6/14 - 6/20

2009-06-23T14:10:20-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of June 14th.

Week in Photos: 6/7 - 6/13

2009-06-16T08:42:21-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of June 7th.

Week in Photos: 5/31 - 6/6

2009-06-08T11:55:48-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of May 31st.

Week in Photos: 5/24 - 5/30

2009-06-01T10:47:12-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of May 24th.

52nd annual Charlottesville-Albemarle Kennel Club dog show

2009-05-30T22:22:00-05:00

The 52nd annual Charlottesville-Albemarle Kennel Club dog show Saturday at Foxfield.

Week in Photos: 5/17 - 5/23

2009-05-26T12:01:16-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of May 17th.

CvillePieDown 2009

2009-05-24T17:32:11-05:00

Starting as a faux Internet feud on the social networking Web site Twitter, CvillePieDown competitors Marijean Jaggers (@Marijean) and Brian Geiger (@thefoodgeek) ended the dispute Sunday at the Mudhouse coffee shop on the Downtown Mall.

Coop Cooperation

2009-05-24T00:01:39-05:00

Four families in downtown Charlottesville combine skills, time and resources to raise eight egg-laying hens in a backyard chicken coop.

Week in Photos: 5/10 - 5/16

2009-05-18T15:20:15-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of May 10th.

2009 Final Exercise

2009-05-17T19:40:50-05:00

2009 University of Virginia Final Exercises held Sunday on the Lawn.

2009 Valedictory exercises

2009-05-16T19:02:16-05:00

The 2009 University of Virginia Valedictory exercises held Saturday at the John Paul Jones arena.

Week in Photos: 5/03 - 5/09

2009-05-11T10:00:17-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of May 3rd.

Mother Son Prom

2009-05-09T23:00:28-05:00

The City of Charlottesville Parks and Recreation Department hosts their third annual Mother Son Prom at Herman Key, Jr. Center on Saturday, May 9, 2009. Over 100 children were registered for the event, which let mom’s dress up and boogie down with their sons for Mother’s Day.

Week in Photos: 4/26 - 5/02

2009-05-04T13:54:12-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of April 26th.

Week in Photos: 4/19 - 4/25

2009-04-27T13:52:23-05:00

Daily Progress photos for the week of April 19th.