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🌱 Former UVA Health CEO defends against takeover allegations
What's up University of Virginia! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Former UVA Health CEO defends against takeover allegations
- UVA alumni gather to celebrate Pep Band's legacy
- Nature documentary premieres at UVA's film festival
Also on today's calendar: Michael Che Live and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What did Noah tell his sons about fishing off the ark? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy; breezy, cooler, with a high of 55 and low of 46 degrees.
- Wednesday: Cool with rain, temps: high: 52, low: 47.
- Thursday: A.M. rain; otherwise, cloudy, with a high of 61 and low of 46 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Former UVa Health CEO says suit against him is ‘absurd, baseless, and motivated by greed' (newsadvance.com) — The former CEO of the University of Virginia Health System is defending himself against accusations of a hostile takeover, labeling the lawsuit as absurd and driven by greed. This controversy highlights ongoing tensions within the health system's leadership. 
2. Peppy film festival crowd screens ‘Pep Banned' documentary about a past UVA tradition (cvillerightnow.com) — The Virginia Film Festival showcased 'Pep Banned,' a documentary about the University of Virginia's Pep Band, which entertained audiences at the Culbreth Theater. The screening featured discussions with alumni and explored the band's controversial history and potential future.
3. VPM premieres nature documentary ‘Shenandoah' at Virginia Film Festival (cvillerightnow.com) — The Virginia Film Festival concluded with the premiere of 'Shenandoah,' a nature documentary filmed in Shenandoah National Park, at the University of Virginia. The event celebrated years of collaboration and highlighted the park's beauty and significance.
4. Research Breakthroughs Lead to Potential New Parkinson's Drug (uvahealth.com) — Researchers at the University of Virginia have pioneered a new Parkinson's drug, tavapadon, which may significantly improve patient care. This breakthrough, led by Professor Richard Mailman, could transform treatment options and enhance the quality of life for millions suffering from Parkinson's disease.
5. New Nonhormonal Drug Approved to Treat Menopause Symptoms (usnews.com) — A new nonhormonal drug, elinzanetant, has been approved to treat menopause symptoms, with promising results reported by Dr. JoAnn Pinkerton from the University of Virginia Health System. The drug aims to alleviate hot flashes and sleep disturbances experienced by many women during menopause.
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Danville Chapter Meeting
Virginia Organizing , 703 Concord Ave , Charlottesville
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Michael Che Live
The Paramount Theater , 215 E Main St , Charlottesville
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University of Virginia Investing Conference
Kimpton The Forum Hotel , 540 Massie Rd , Charlottesville
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Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson
John Paul Jones Arena , 295 Massie Rd , Charlottesville
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5th Annual UVA Student Oratory Competition
The Rotunda , 1826 University Ave , Charlottesville
5:00 pm -
University of Virginia Residency — New Downbeat
University of Virginia , Charlottesville
9:00 am -
UVA Chamber Singers Fall 2025
University of Virginia , Charlottesville
3:30 pm
Tuesday October 28
Wednesday October 29
Thursday November 6
Wednesday November 12
Monday November 17
Saturday November 22
Sunday November 23
🗓 Events Nearby
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Planning Commission Work Session
Charlottesville, VA Calendar , 100 Fifth St NE , Charlottesville
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Danville Chapter Meeting
Virginia Organizing 703 Concord Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22903
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New River Valley Chapter Meeting
Virginia Organizing Zoom
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Farmers in the Park
Charlottesville, VA Calendar , 1300 Pen Park Road , Charlottesville
3:00 pm
Tuesday October 28
Wednesday October 29
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