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Jackson Hephner

Jackson Hephner is a staff writer at Cville Right Now. Reach him by email at jhephner@cvillemedia.com.

Food Scene
12 months ago
New Argentinian steakhouse aims to provide Charlottesville with traditional, rustic experience

Two native Argentines, who met in Miami, have opened an Argentinian steakhouse in Charlottesville.

Albemarle County
12 months ago
Local Boys & Girls Club squash instructor recognized by regional council

Daniel Sivinski, the Squash and Fitness Specialist at the Boy & Girls Clubs of Central Virginia (BGCCVA), was recognized as the 2025 Professional of the Year by the organization’s Virginia/Washington D.C. Area Council earlier this month.

Education
12 months ago
The Shannon Foundation awards its annual grants to local teachers

Albemarle County and Charlottesville teachers landed over $11,000 in grants from the Shannon Foundation.

Oak Lawn
Education
12 months ago
UVA BOV approves leasing of Oak Lawn to Charlottesville schools

UVA’s Board of Vistors approved the leasing of its Oak Lawn property to Charlottesville City Schools during its meeting on Friday. The decision comes after the federal government awarded the Federal Executive Institute property to UVA despite initially awarding it to the city schools.

Albemarle County
12 months ago
Botanical Garden of Piedmont raises $10 million in funds

The Botanical Garden of the Piedmont has surpassed $10 million in funds raised for its upcoming botanical garden project.

Local Nonprofits
12 months ago
Ronald McDonald House provides community for families at UVA Hospital

Since 1981, the Charlottsville Ronald McDonald House has provided support to the families of sick children.

Charlottesville City
12 months ago
Charlottesville Police to host Community Police Academy

The city’s Community Police Academy gives everyday civilians the opportunity to receive training on the daily operations and functions of the department. 

Charlottesville City
12 months ago
Charlottesville PrideFest hopes to bring together LGBTQ+ community

Charlottesville Pride will host its annual PrideFest at the Ting Pavilion this Saturday from 12:30-7:30 p.m.

news
12 months ago
Maupintown Film Festival to feature local Black stories and history

The 12th annual Maupintown Film Festival celebrates the Black community and its history of resistance to oppression.

Albemarle County
1 year ago
Ivy Solid Waste & Recycling Center to no longer accept cash payments

The Ivy Solid Waste & Recycling Center (ISWRC) will no longer accept cash payments beginning Feb. 2.