Gabby Womack

2 weeks ago | whsv.com | Gabby Womack

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The Wildlife Center of Virginia is offering a unique way to celebrate Father’s Day—by sponsoring a rescued animal in a loved one’s name. It’s part of their Caring for Critters program, which supports the lifelong care of animals that can’t return to the wild. The gift helps fund food, medical care, and enrichment for these wildlife ambassadors. It also comes with a personalized card and an information packet about the animal.

2 weeks ago | whsv.com | Gabby Womack

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - According to one UVA Health dermatologist, not all sunscreens are made the same. If you’re not careful with the type you pick, you aren’t protected. “Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States by far,” UVA Health Dermatologist Doctor Mark Russell said. “There’s probably twice as many skin cancers diagnosed every year as all other cancers.” Dr. Russell, who specializes skin cancers, says knowing your sunscreen type matters.

3 weeks ago | whsv.com | Gabby Womack

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The Jefferson Madison Regional Library kicked off the 2025 summer reading challenge with a celebration. The theme—color our world—invites people of all ages to read, track progress, and compete for grand prizes. The challenge rewards readers for registering, logging 300 reading minutes, and 600 reading minutes. The children’s services manager says they surpassed registration last year. “Reading is so important for everybody,” Children Services Manager Megan Smead said.

3 weeks ago | whsv.com | Gabby Womack

ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - Keswick opened its gates this weekend for a fair rooted in history and service. The event raises money for charities while connecting families to the farms and stories of Albemarle County. “That’s a great opportunity to see farms that you haven’t seen before,” volunteer Fred Shackelford said. In Keswick, this isn’t just a fair. It’s a chance to step into the past and support the future.

3 weeks ago | 29news.com | Gabby Womack

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - The Chihamba African American Cultural Arts Ball kicks off on Saturday, June 7 is inviting the community to celebrate Black excellence through music, dance, and tradition. On July 26, the Chihamba African American Cultural Arts Festival will return. Both events support the African American Heritage Scholarship. The co-chair of Chihamba says this is a time for all to get together and celebrate.