Sandy McAdams, founder of C&O restaurant and Daedalus bookshop, dies at 82

Sandy McAdams, founder of the C&O restaurant and Daedalus bookshop in Charlottesville, passed away on December 24 at age 82. He had lived with multiple sclerosis for 24 years. His contributions to the community are widely recognized. McAdams, originally from Pittsburgh, was known for his self-taught skills in carpentry and restaurant management. Daedalus was named one of the best used bookstores in the South by the Washington Post in 1999. Despite his illness, McAdams continued to run Daedalus, relying on friends for support. His legacy remains strong, with many in Charlottesville remembering him fondly.