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Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center

2011-02-24T18:30:15-05:00

The Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center will open to patients April 4, 2011. The dedication ceremony for the center will be Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011.

Cage fighting in Charlottesville

2011-02-04T00:01:23-05:00

MMA fighters competed in the Brawl in the Cage 12 event held at the Main Street Arena in Charlottesville, Va.

UVA vs. Virginia Tech Women’s Basketball

2011-01-23T19:41:06-05:00

The University of Virginia women's basketball team defeated Virginia Tech 72 - 37 Sunday, Jan. 23, 2011.

UVA vs. Maryland Women’s Basketball

2011-01-21T20:07:23-05:00

The Maryland Terrapins women's basketball team defeated the Cavaliers at John Paul Jones in overtime 77-75 Friday, Jan. 21, 2011.

UVa basketball versus UNC

2011-01-08T15:37:25-05:00

UVa Men’s Basketball team lost 62 - 56 to UNC at home in the John Paul Jones Arena.

Miami vs. UVA Womens Basketball

2011-01-06T22:26:58-05:00

Miami defeated the University of Virginia womens basketball team at John Paul Jones Arena Thursday, Jan. 6, 2011.

UVa basketball versus Howard

2011-01-04T21:49:24-05:00

UVa Men’s Basketball team defeated Howard University 84-63 at home at the John Paul Jones Arena.

2010 Cavalier Classic

2010-12-29T23:44:42-05:00

University of Virginia womens basketball team hosted the 2010 Marriott Cavalier Classic from Dec. 28-29.

Holiday Basketball Classic

2010-12-29T23:38:33-05:00

High schools competed in the Holiday Basketball Classic from Dec. 27-29.

2010 Photos of the Year

2010-12-26T17:26:21-05:00

2010 brought Daily Progress staff photographers to every corner of Central Virginia — to scenes of tragedy and times of triumph, to blazing fires and the chilly storms of last winter. The photos in this feature were chosen as the staff’s favorite images of the year.

Snow on Dec. 26, 2010

2010-12-26T17:07:24-05:00

Snow fell overnight in Charlottesville from Saturday, Dec. 25, to Dec. 26, 2010.

UVa basketball versus Seattle

2010-12-22T22:01:08-05:00

UVa Men’s Basketball team was defeated by Seattle 59 - 53 at home at the John Paul Jones Arena.

UVa Basketball versus Norfolk State University

2010-12-20T22:19:21-05:00

UVa Men’s Basketball team defeated Norfolk 50-49 at home at the John Paul Jones Arena.

Then and Now

2010-12-18T23:01:04-05:00

A modern look at Rufus Holsinger’s photographs taken 100 years ago.

UVa Basketball versus Oregon

2010-12-17T23:11:45-05:00

UVa Men’s Basketball team defeated Oregon 63-48 at home at the John Paul Jones Arena.

December Snowstorm

2010-12-16T17:26:48-05:00

Charlottesville was blanketed in 2-5 inches of snow during the first storm of the Winter.

The Ultimate Test

2010-12-13T10:21:40-05:00

Violinist Max Rabinovitsj plays Oded Kishony’s reproduction of a Pietro Antonio Landolfi violin inside Old Cabell Hall at the University of Virginia.

VHSL Group AAA Division 6 State Championship

2010-12-11T22:40:42-05:00

Battlefield won the VHSL Group AAA Division 6 State Championship against Hermitage at Scott Stadium Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010.

VHSL AAA Division 5 Championship

2010-12-11T22:34:24-05:00

Phoebus won the VHSL AAA Division 5 Championship against Stone Bridge at Scott Stadium Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010.

UVa Basketball versus Radford

2010-12-07T21:51:31-05:00

UVa Men’s Basketball team defeated Radford University 54-44 home at the John Paul Jones Arena.

Fire at Taco Bell on U.S. 29

2010-12-04T23:31:26-05:00

Firefighters work to put out the flames burning the Taco Bell on U.S. 29 Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010.

Toy Lift

2010-12-03T20:47:24-05:00

The Toy Lift took place in the parking lot of the Fashion Sqaure mall Friday, Dec. 3, 2010.

Virginia Gingerbread Christmas at the Omni Hotel

2010-12-02T20:50:56-05:00

The Virginia Gingerbread Christmas opened at the Omni Hotel in Charlottesville Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010, with the Mrs. Claus Invites… You reception followed by a visit from Santa Claus and the opening of the public voting for the Gingerbread House competition. The event will end Dec. 5, 2010 with the St. Nicholas Eve closing reception.

UVa football versus Virginia Tech

2010-11-27T18:16:52-05:00

Virginia finished their 2010 season with a 37-7 loss to Virginia Tech in Blacksburg.

Uva vs. Longwood Women’s Basketball

2010-11-21T20:16:43-05:00

The University of Virginia women’s basketball team defeated Longwood University at John Paul Jones Arena with a final score of 74-63.

UVa football versus Boston College

2010-11-20T20:38:15-05:00

UVa lost to Boston College 17-13 in Massachusetts.

Grand Illumination and Holiday Heritage Parade on the Downtown Mall

2010-11-20T14:58:07-05:00

The tree on the Downtown Mall was lit during the Grand Illumination Friday, Nov. 19, 2010, and the celebrations continued with the Holiday Heritage Parade Saturday morning.

Dave Matthews Band at John Paul Jones Arena

2010-11-19T23:50:07-05:00

Dave Matthews Band played at John Paul Jones Arena Friday, Nov. 19, 2010. The band will play again at John Paul Jones Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010 concluding their Fall 2010 North American Tour.

UVa basketball versus USC Upstate

2010-11-15T21:57:22-05:00

The University of Virginia basketball team won 74-54 over USC Upstate at home.

UVa versus Maryland Football

2010-11-13T20:39:35-05:00

The University of Virginia football team lost 42-23 at home against the University of Maryland.

UVa basketball versus William & Mary

2010-11-12T22:34:54-05:00

The University of Virginia basketball team won 76-52 over The College of William & Mary at home.

Christmas Tree Arrives at Downtown Mall

2010-11-11T15:38:40-05:00

A Norway Spruce tree was delivered to the Downtown Mall Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010.

UVa football versus Miami

2010-10-30T15:47:42-05:00

The University of Virginia football team won 24-19 over Miami at home.

President Obama and Tom Perriello at the Pavilion

2010-10-29T22:11:35-05:00

President Barack Obama flew to Charlottesville, Va to stump for Congressman Tom Perriello (D-Ivy) of Virginia’s 5th District who is locked in a tight race with Republican challenger Robert Hurt.

South Lawn Dedication

2010-10-25T11:04:25-05:00

The University of Virginia’s newly built South Lawn on Friday.The $102.5 million, 116,000square-foot South Lawn provides homes for three academic departments and is connected with central Grounds through a stepped terrace across Jefferson Park Avenue.

UVa football versus Eastern Michigan

2010-10-23T21:23:33-05:00

The University of Virginia football team won 48-21 over Eastern Michigan University at home at Scott Stadium.

Zombie 5K run for charity

2010-10-17T14:39:35-05:00

Local runners participate in the Zombies 5K charity run Sunday in Charlottesville, Va.

UVa football versus UNC

2010-10-16T21:05:47-05:00

The University of Virginia football team lost 44-10 to UNC at home at Scott Stadium.

Fry’s Spring Tour

2010-10-10T18:24:55-05:00

Preservation Piedmont hosted a guided tour of the Fry’s Spring neighborhood Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010.

Apple Festival

2010-10-09T21:38:54-05:00

The 41st Annual Apple Harvest Festival took place at Graves’ Mountain Lodge on Oct. 9, 2010. The event continues Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010 and Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010.

UVa football versus FSU

2010-10-02T15:41:52-05:00

The University of Virginia football team lost its 2010 ACC opener 34-14 against Florida State University.

UVa versus VMI football

2010-09-25T17:14:03-05:00

The Cavaliers beat the Virginia Military Institute 48-7 at home in Scott Stadium.

Albemarle football hosts Charlottesville

2010-09-17T19:42:39-05:00

Albemarle High School hosted a football game against the Charlottesville Friday night in Charlottesville, VA.

Top of the Hops Beer Festival

2010-09-14T10:43:00-05:00

Top of the Hops Beer Festival took place at the Charlottesville Pavilion Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010.

UVa Football versus USC

2010-09-12T07:46:49-05:00

Virginia gave the 16th-ranked Trojans all they could handle before ultimately falling short, 17-14.

The Pointe

2010-09-11T23:02:37-05:00

The Pointe Church of Charlottesville meets at Monticello High School in Charlottesville, Va.

All Points Christian Church

2010-09-11T23:01:53-05:00

All Points Christian Church meets at the Holiday Inn in Charlottesville, Va.

Lady Gaga at John Paul Jones Arena

2010-09-08T23:21:56-05:00

Photos of fans, opening act Semi Precious Weapons, and Lady Gaga at John Paul Jones Arena Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010.

Decoy maker

2010-09-04T23:01:23-05:00

Richard Cristy makes wooden decoys at his studio in Montebello, VA.

UVa football versus Richmond

2010-09-04T22:09:47-05:00

The Cavaliers beat Richmond in their 2010 season opener 34-13 at Scott Stadium.

Montpelier makeover

2010-08-19T15:51:29-05:00

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

Once Upon A Time

2010-08-15T00:01:13-05:00

Once Upon A Time Clock Shop

One year of the Thomas Jefferson Visitor Center at Monticello

2010-07-24T23:01:15-05:00

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

2010-07-24T14:37:36-05:00

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

Madison County Fair

2010-07-14T19:18:46-05:00

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

Habitat “Blitz Buid”

2010-07-10T18:23:03-05:00

Habitat for Humanity volunteers build four houses in four days.

DIY: Build your own rifle

2010-07-04T00:01:33-05:00

“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

2010-06-27T21:03:29-05:00

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

Finishing Touches

2010-06-27T00:06:44-05:00

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

2010-06-26T13:54:38-05:00

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

Bennett’s Six Shooters

2010-06-20T15:17:40-05:00

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

UVa Baseball Super Regional Final Game

2010-06-14T22:23:15-05:00

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

2010-05-23T17:16:42-05:00

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

2010-05-16T19:36:33-05:00

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

2010-04-21T07:56:03-05:00

Virginia cruised to an 11-3 victory over Richmond.

UVa baseball versus Virginia Tech

2010-04-18T19:59:08-05:00

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

2010 Charlottesville Marathon

2010-04-17T20:50:47-05:00

Runners participated in the 2010 Charlottesville Marathon.

UVa versus VT Baseball

2010-04-17T01:20:17-05:00

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

Antonin Scalia at the UVa Law School

2010-04-16T20:34:35-05:00

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

Charlottesville 2010 Ten Miler

2010-04-03T10:51:55-05:00

Runners participated in the 2010 Charlottesville Ten Miler.

Breakthrough Athletes - Spring 2010

2010-04-01T23:01:53-05:00

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

2010-03-19T16:30:54-05:00

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

2010-03-13T15:48:46-05:00

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

2010-03-11T17:31:55-05:00

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

2010-03-04T15:33:50-05:00

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

2010-02-28T22:19:58-05:00

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

UVa baseball versus GWU

2010-02-24T20:16:18-05:00

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

UVa basketball versus FSU

2010-02-18T09:41:54-05:00

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

February Snowfall

2010-02-06T11:18:21-05:00

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

UVa versus NC State

2010-02-03T22:02:14-05:00

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

UVa basketball versus VT

2010-01-28T22:55:28-05:00

Virginia lost to Virginia Tech 71-76 at home.

UVa basketball versus UNCW

2010-01-18T22:10:56-05:00

The Cavaliers beat UNC Wilmington at home 69-67.

UVa versus Georgia Tech

2010-01-13T22:26:10-05:00

Virginia beat Georgia Tech 82-75 at home.

UVa versus University of Texas-Pan American

2010-01-05T21:47:49-05:00

Virginia beat UTPA 72-53 at home.

UVa versus Liberty

2009-12-29T21:29:39-05:00

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

2009-12-28T21:31:25-05:00

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

2009-12-23T21:50:52-05:00

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

Winter Storm 2009

2009-12-19T11:42:22-05:00

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

2009-12-07T18:09:10-05:00

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

2009-11-30T22:03:27-05:00

UVa loses 66-69 to Penn State University.

UVa football versus Virginia Tech

2009-11-28T21:05:26-05:00

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

UVa basketball versus Oral Roberts

2009-11-21T19:03:43-05:00

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

Blue Ridge versus Nansemond-Suffolk Academy football

2009-11-21T19:01:47-05:00

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

UVa basketball versus Rider

2009-11-19T21:46:58-05:00

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

Blue Ridge football versus Atlantic Shores

2009-11-16T18:29:02-05:00

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

2009-11-14T20:25:16-05:00

UVa lost at home to Boston College 14-10.

Western Albemarle versus Skyline football

2009-11-14T20:17:16-05:00

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

UVa basketball versus Longwood

2009-11-13T22:16:38-05:00

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

2009-11-10T16:35:14-05:00

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

2009-11-10T13:07:09-05:00

Saints snag ODFC title