News for Human Interest

IVY, Va. — CharlottesvilleFamily Magazine is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Doing Good Marketing Grant, which awards a full year of marketing support to a small nonprofit serving children and families in Charlottesville and Albemarle County. Offered every two years, the grant gives the winning organization [describe the package: e.g., print ad placements, digital features, social ...read more

Charlottesville, VA – April 7, 2026 – Michael Hancock, CFP®, JD, a Private Wealth Advisor with Ameriprise Financial in Charlottesville, was named to the list of “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” published by Forbes. The list recognizes financial advisors who have demonstrated high levels of ethical standards, professionalism, and success in the business. The rankings are based on data provided by ...read more

Charlottesville, Virginia – February 18th, 2026 – Michael Hancock, CFP®, JD a Private Wealth Advisor with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. in Charlottesville, has earned membership in the company’s exclusive Hall of Fame.  Introduced in 1986, the Hall of Fame is designed to recognize exceptional professionals who have achieved years of consistently high performance. The Ameriprise Financial ...read more

With more families exploring a move to Charlottesville and Central Virginia, CharlottesvilleFamily magazine has released its most current Charlottesville Relocation Guide, a free, interactive resource designed to help newcomers discover what makes the region one of Virginia’s most desirable places to live and raise a family. The updated guide offers families insights into neighborhoods, ...read more