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The Planning Commission rejected petitions earlier this year, but Board decisions are binding.
The Albemarle Board of Supervisors is expected to vote on the plan at its Wednesday meeting.
The goal is to eliminate shopping bags, but the money the tax is making is no small change.
While overall calls to the ACPD went up 23% in 2025, Part I crimes dropped by 13%, gun violence fell by 30% and violent crime dipped by 23%, according to the ACPD’s annual report.
$5-million available in the Affordable Housing Investment Fund
The Tuesday morning fire displaced six residents and seven animals. All escaped unharmed.
About 1,500 Louisa residents are without power; 1,000 more in Albemarle County
Both have spent more than 20 years with Albemarle County Public Schools.
A five-course dinner at the Wool Factory will raise money for cystic fibrosis research and patient care.
Area residents are still urged to be vigilant of strong winds and possible tornadoes.