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August 20, 2026

CALENDAR

Thursday, August 20 Gilboa Christian Church (6780 Jefferson Highway, Mineral) will hold a Free Community Dinner from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.All are welcome to enjoy…

Clear the Shelters event planned Aug. 29 and more

ONGOING EVENTS

Adult Education benefit BBQ Saturday and more

CALENDAR

Adult Education benefit BBQ Aug. 15

Opinion

August 20, 2026

Eyebrows, artificial intelligence, and Frank Zappa

When most people hear “School of Rock,” they think of the 2003 Jack Black movie where he hijacks a classroom of private elementary school students,…

Let the hummingbird joy begin—it’s not too late

Roadside History – Saint John’s Church Waldrop

Blessed Assurance – Eyes of the heart

Thoughts from the Crossroads – Weird words

A healthy Lake Anna is a worthwhile investment in Virginia’s future

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News

August 20, 2026

Off-duty firefighter dies in Lake Anna tragedy

Louisa 911 call precedes Spotsylvania search and recovery of missing boater

Temporary traffic signals to be installed near North Anna

School board talks traffic impact of potential fifth elementary school

Half of Mineral council absent for special meeting

Louisa County celebrates local finalists for ordinary awards

What’s in your water?

Arts & Entertainment

July 8, 2026

A storyteller’s take on Scripture

Despite its seemingly obvious title, “Murder, Adultery, and Betrayal in the Old Testament” has nothing to do with religion, local author Larry Kavanagh insists.