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VPM Daily Newscast: Oct. 23

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VPM Daily Newscast

The VPM Daily Newscast contains all your Central Virginia news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Episodes are recorded the night before.

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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Oct. 23, 2024

Funeral home founder refutes Tavares Floyd’s ownership claim

Reported by VPM News’ Sean McGoey

Tavares Floyd listed himself as an owner of Charlottesville’s “McClenny + Watkins Funeral Home” on a financial disclosure form he filed with the Richmond City General Registrar to run for the 6th District council seat.

Robert “R.B.” McClenny Jr., the funeral home’s owner, told VPM News that’s not true. He said Floyd worked for the funeral home “about five or six years ago” and still provides help on a part-time basis as an attendant for funeral services.

As VPM News has previously reported, Floyd is not named as the principal owner or registered agent of any business or tax-exempt organization incorporated in Virginia.

Charlottesville considering new shelter along Cherry Avenue

Reported by VPM News’ Meghin Moore

Charlottesville City Council is considering an arrangement with The Salvation Army to convert its thrift store along Cherry Avenue into a low-barrier shelter for people experiencing homelessness.

Currently, the group operates a high-barrier shelter nearby — at 207 Ridge St. — and plans to renovate the building, which will then be called the Center of Hope.

About 190 people in 2023 were identified as being unhoused in the region.

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