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What's up Charlottesville! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

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In today's newsletter:

  • How Charlottesville's new cloud system could change everyday city services
  • Why are three Albemarle school principals suddenly out of their buildings?
  • Why UVA police hauled a groundhog out of Scott Stadium.

Also on today's calendar: Cybersecurity in a Digital and Interconnected World and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Clouds giving way to some sun, with a high of 76 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 85, low: 60.
  • Thursday: Very warm, with a high of 91 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

1. Charlottesville reflects on delayed cloud migration after years of ERP challenges (statescoop.com) — Charlottesville's city government has finished a major overhaul of its aging financial and operations software, moving two decades of data into a modern SAP cloud system. Local IT leaders say the 14‑month project, delayed for years by turnover and post‑2017 turmoil, is already improving usability and opening the door to new AI tools for services like permit processing.
   

2. Three Albemarle County principals 'out of the building for an extended period of time' (cvillerightnow.com) — Families at Monticello High, Baker-Butler Elementary, and Woodbrook Elementary are being told their principals will be away from school for an extended period, with assistant or substitute leaders stepping in. Albemarle County Public Schools has not explained the absences but says they are unrelated to recent arrests of former staff, an issue closely watched by Charlottesville-area parents.
   

3. No Ticket, Plenty Of Grass: Groundhog's UVA Game-Day Debut Ends In Orange Bucket (dailyvoice.com) — UVA fans at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville got an unusual pregame visitor when police "apprehended" a groundhog trying to slip in without a ticket before the Cavaliers' win over Delaware. Officers jokingly listed charges like trespassing and grass possession before safely releasing the animal, which they quipped predicted several more weeks of football season.
   

4. Weekly Concert & Event Calendar: Sept 28 – Oct 4, 2026 (cvillerightnow.com) — Big-name concerts are hitting Charlottesville this week, with Ann Wilson, The New Pornographers, and David Foster all performing at The Paramount Theater between today and October 1. If you're looking for a night out close to home, this curated list from 106.1 The Corner highlights the can't-miss shows happening right in and around Charlottesville.
   

5. Wildlife activity prompts caution for hikers and campers this fall (29news.com) — Hikers and campers around Charlottesville are being urged to be extra cautious this fall as increased wildlife activity has already led to some trail and campground closures. Local wildlife experts say animals are bulking up for winter, so people should secure food and toiletries, use bear canisters, and give animals plenty of space to avoid unwanted encounters.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Sitting with Sammy this afternoon A thought crossed my mind about his black and white coat, it looks like a tuxedo!
    How appropriate for a gentleman like Mr. Sammy. (Nextdoor Owensville)
  • A big thank you for the pencil sharpener!
    My husband cleaned it up, fixed it, and now I'm sharpening pencils the old fashioned way! This will be a fun experience for my grandchildren. (Nextdoor Westmoreland)
  • City of Charlottesville Virginia posted a job opening for Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation - Parks Division in Charlottesville. Apply here.
  • The University of Virginia posted a job opening for Mail Operations Manager in Charlottesville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Charlottesville here.

Ok Charlottesville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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