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Former University of Virginia basketball star Kyle Guy is returning to Charlottesville as Athlete Development Mentor/Special Assistant for the Hoos.
“We are thrilled to welcome Kyle and his family back to Charlottesville,” said UVA men’s basketball Head Coach Tony Bennett in an August 7 release announcing Guy’s return. “Kyle is not only one of the best players I’ve ever coached, but also one of the finest young men I’ve met. He will make an immediate impact on our program, working with our players and sharing the expertise and competitive fire he’s gained throughout his collegiate and professional [careers].”
During his time as a player at Virginia, Guy was a member of the 2019 National Collegiate Athletic Association Championship winning team, making several key plays during the March Madness tournament. He went on to play professionally for five seasons, with three years in the NBA and two seasons playing abroad in Spain.
Guy’s return to Charlottesville marks the official end of his professional career and his transition into coaching.
“I want to sincerely thank Coach Bennett and Carla Williams for trusting me with the opportunity to come back and begin this next chapter of my life,” said Guy in the release. “I’m beyond excited to help this team and the University in any way needed. I’m also excited for my kids to see the work never stops! Fail harder!”
Rain check
Several people and animals were evacuated from Misty Mountain Camp Resort in Albemarle County in the middle of the night on August 9, when rain from Hurricane Debby caused flash flooding around 3:30am.
Water from the storm rushed in and out of the campground, resulting in no injuries but partially submerging multiple RVs.
“I saw a car … floating on down the road,” camper Keith Hebert told CBS19. “We just weren’t planning on this; this about ruined our weekend.”
Charlottesville is almost 200 miles inland, but the city and surrounding areas are still at risk for dangerous conditions from hurricane remnants. As we approach the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season, the City of Charlottesville is reminding residents to stock up on supplies, ensure outdoor furniture is secured, monitor weather conditions, and avoid flooded areas.
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30.
Burning questions
The Albemarle County Fire Marshal’s Office is currently investigating a suspicious fire that occurred on August 11, resulting in an estimated $30,000 of damage to Vocelli Pizza. Albemarle County Fire Rescue units were dispatched to the scene at approximately 1:45am, where they discovered the front of the pizzeria and two trash cans ablaze. Anyone in the area near the time of the fire or with information should contact the Albemarle Fire Marshal’s Office at 296-5833.
Park plans
The Charlottesville Department of Parks & Recreation will present its key findings from months of public comments at 6pm on August 20 at Carver Recreation Center. The findings will inform the city and PROS Consulting as they develop a master plan for the department, which will guide Parks & Recreation for at least the next 10 years.
Cause for celebration
After weeks of fundraising efforts, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville’s offer to purchase Carlton Mobile Home Park has been accepted. The offer—which was put together in record time following notification that an anonymous buyer offered $7 million for the property in early June—is a joint effort between Habitat, Piedmont Housing Alliance, Legal Aid Justice Center, and the City of Charlottesville. “[We] are thrilled and relieved to know that the Bolton family has accepted the offer we put before them on behalf of the residents who live in the community,” posted Habitat on Facebook on August 8. “We are humbled to know that the residents of the Carlton community were willing to take this leap of faith with us. We look forward to working closely with the residents in the months and years to come.”