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Gov. Tim Kaine wipes his eye after being asked how he and his wife, Anne Holton, reacted when Barack Obama was named President-elect, during a press conference on the capitol grounds, in front of the...   (Associated Press)

Gov. Tim Kaine and first lady Anne Holton hold a press conference on the capitol grounds, in front of the Virginia Ciivil Rights Monument in Richmond, Va. on Wednesday Nov. 5, 2008. He made comments about...   (Associated Press)

Gov. Tim Kaine responds to a question during a press conference on the capitol grounds, in front of the Virginia Ciivil Rights Monument in Richmond, Va. on Wednesday Nov. 5, 2008. He made comments about...   (Associated Press)

Former Virginia Gov. Jim Gilmore and his wife Roxane arrive to vote at Tuckahoe Elementary School in Henrico, Va., Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008. Gilmore is the Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, running...   (Associated Press)

Former Virginia Gov. Jim Gilmore and his wife Roxanne arrive to vote at Tuckahoe Elementary School in Henrico, Va., Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008. Gilmore is the Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, running...   (Associated Press)

Former Virginia Gov. Jim Gilmore and his wife Roxanne arrive to vote at Tuckahoe Elementary School in Henrico, Va., Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008. Gilmore is the Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, running...   (Associated Press)

Democratic vice-presidential candidate Sen. Joe Biden, D-Del., left, greets supporters, along with Virginia Gov. Timothy Kaine, right, at the Montrose Elementary school polling station in Richmond, Va.,...   (Associated Press)

Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., center, is joined by Virginia Democratic Senate candidate Mark Warner, left, and Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine at a rally in Richmond, Va., Wednesday,...   (Associated Press)

Richmond Mayor and former Virginia Gov. L. Douglas Wilder, center waves to the crowd as he is introduced by Democratic Presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama D-Ill., during a rally at the Coliseum ...   (Associated Press)

Democratic Presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama D-Ill., center, appears on stage with Virginia Senatorial candidate, former Gov. Mark Warner, left, and Virginia Gov. Timothy M. Kaine, during a rally...   (Associated Press)

Democratic Presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama D-Ill., right, hugs Virginia Senatorial candidate, former Virginia Gov. Mark Warner, as Virginia Gov. Timothy Kaine looks on at left, upon his arrival...   (Associated Press)

Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., center, is joined by Virginia Democratic Senatorial candidate Mark Warner, left, and Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine, at a rally in Richmond, Va.,...   (Associated Press)

Former Virginia Gov. Mark Warner speaks during a news conference with supporters including former Senate finance Committee Chariman, Sen. John Chichester, left, and former Chairman of the House Appropriations...   (Associated Press)

Michelle Obama, wife of Democratic Presidential candidate, Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., seated, third from left, listens during a forum in Richmond, Va., Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008. From left are, Mary...   (Associated Press)

A Living Flag made up of 2,500 school children, was created on the grounds of Montpelier,the home of James Madison, the fourth president of the United States, as part of the Restoration Celebration which...   (Associated Press)

Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine has no comment as he walks from the governor's office to the Executive Mansion, Friday, Aug. 22, 2008, in Richmond Va. Kaine is rumored to be one of leading contenders as Sen....   (Associated Press)

Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine shakes hands before boarding the bus with Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill.,Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008, in Richmond, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)   (Associated Press)

Forensic scientist trainee, Katie Carlson, fires an AK-47 assault rifle into the bullet recovery tank at the Virginia State Forensics lab in Richmond, Va., Thursday, Jul. 17, 2008. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)   (Associated Press)

Forensic Scientist trainee, Jessica Smith, looks over bullet casings at the Virginia State Forensics lab in Richmond, Va., Thursday, Jul. 17, 2008. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)   (Associated Press)

Forensic scientist trainee, Katie Carlson, clears a Tec-9 pistol in the gun reference locker at the Virginia State Forensics lab in Richmond, Va., Thursday, Jul. 17, 2008. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)   (Associated Press)

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Washington Wizards Etan Thomas looks around the court as he stretches after a training camp practice at the Siegal Center on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va., Tuesday,...   (Associated Press)

Washington Wizards Etan Thomas looks around the court as he stretches after a training camp practice at the Siegal Center on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va., Tuesday,...   (Associated Press)

In this Oct. 1, 2008 file photo, Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas shoots a few baskets after basketball practice at the Siegal Center on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond,...   (Associated Press)

In this Aug. 27, 2007 file photo, Marcus Vick, brother of Atlanta Falcons football player Michael Vick, leaves a press conference after Vick maked a statement after pleading guilty to a federal dogfighting...   (Associated Press)

In this July 26, 2007 file photo, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick, right, is escorted by U.S. Marshalls as he leaves the federal courthouse in Richmond, Va., following his arraignment. Lawyers...   (Associated Press)

Washington Wizards head coach Eddie Jordan talks to players after basketball practice at the Siegal Center on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va., Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008....   (Associated Press)

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas, left, shoots a few baskets after basketball practice at the Siegal Center on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va., Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008....   (Associated Press)

Washington Wizards center Etan Thomas, left, blocks a shot by Andray Blatche, right, during basketball practice at the Siegal Center on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va.,...   (Associated Press)

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas shoots a few baskets after basketball practice at the Siegal Center on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va., Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008. (AP...   (Associated Press)

Washington Wizards head coach Eddie Jordan gives instructions during basketball practice at the Siegal Center on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va., Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008....   (Associated Press)

Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas gestures after basketball practice at the Siegal Center on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va., Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008. (AP Photo/Steve...   (Associated Press)

In this photograph provided by XM Satellite Radio, Danica Patrick poses with her IndyCar Series race car during a visit to the XM Satellite Radio studios, Wednesday, June 25, 2008 in Washington DC. Patrick...   (Associated Press)

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick arrives with his attorney Billy Martin, right, at federal court in Richmond, Va. in this Aug. 27, 2007 file photo. Vick left Virginia Monday, Jan. 7, 2008 and...   (Associated Press)

Washington Wizards head coach, Eddie Jordan, center, shares a laugh with Deshawn Stevenson (2) Antawn Jamison (4) Dominic McGuire (5) during the Washington Wizards preseason practice at Virginia Commonwealth...   (Associated Press)

Purnell A. Peace, a defendant in the Michael Vick dogfighting case, leaves Federal court in front of protesters in Richmond, Va., Friday, Aug. 17, 2007. Purnell Peace, 35, of Virginia Beach and Quanis...   (Associated Press)

William and Mary coach Tony Shaver, center, talks strategy with his team during a time out while playing against Virginia Commonwealth during the Colonial Athletic Association basketball tournament at...   (Associated Press)

Former Virginia Tech standout and Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick gets a kiss from Mamye BaCote, D-Newport News, while Glen Oder, R-Newport News, top, holds a Virginia Tech banner, as Vick was...   (Associated Press)

Purnell A. Peace, a defendant in the Michael Vick dogfighting case, arrives at Federal court in front of protesters in Richmond, Va., Friday, Aug. 17, 2007. Purnell Peace, 35, of Virginia Beach and Quanis...   (Associated Press)

William and Mary's David Schneider, center, and Steven Hess (00) celebrate after their teammate Laimis Kisielius, not shown, makes a shot during the final seconds of a college basketball game to defeat...   (Associated Press)

Escorted by U.S. Marshals, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick, right, leaves the federal courthouse in Richmond, Va., following his arraignment, in this July 26, 2007 file photo. Michael Vick left...   (Associated Press)

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• Sage Moon Gallery setting at Downtown Mall location

  Charlottesville Daily Progress | 12/5/2008 12:01:55 AM

  Sage Moon Gallery will close down Dec. 15, ending a five-year run as the Downtown Mall’s largest art gallery and a popular venue for Charlottesville’s myriad cultural and holiday events. More »

• Witness reveals scene leading to July killing

  Charlottesville Daily Progress | 12/5/2008 12:01:28 AM

  More details emerged Thursday about what happened prior to a 19-year-old city man’s shooting death in July. More »

• Construction dates set for JPA

  Charlottesville Daily Progress | 12/5/2008 12:01:23 AM

  Jefferson Park Avenue will be reduced to a single lane Dec. 13 to accommodate the pouring of concrete slabs on the terrace spanning the roadway and connecting the South Lawn Project with the main University of Virginia Grounds. More »

• Home show moving into JPJ Arena

  Charlottesville Daily Progress | 12/5/2008 12:01:22 AM

  The Blue Ridge Home Builders Association will be moving its annual home show to the University of Virginia’s John Paul Jones Arena. More »

• County, looking to save money, scraps vehicle decals

  Charlottesville Daily Progress | 12/5/2008 12:01:21 AM

  For Albemarle residents who consider county vehicle decals a hassle, officials have made their lives a bit easier. More »

• 7-Eleven robbery suspect sought

  Charlottesville Daily Progress | 12/5/2008 12:01:16 AM

  Albemarle police ar