June 17, 2026
Calendar
31st annual Purple Martin Field Day scheduled June 27 in Louisa County
The 31st annual Purple Martin Field Day will be held Saturday, June 27 at a private farm in Louisa County. Visitors are encouraged to arrive…
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Thoughts from the Crossroads – Mt. Vernon
Dear Readers, I made another pilgrimage to an America 250 locale – Mt. Vernon. Famous home to George Washington, the father of our great country….
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Special Sections
News
DEQ responds to concerns over data center discharge
Lake Anna residents voice objection to AWS permit
Arts & Entertainment
Watercolor artist finds healing through painting
Road biking and watercolor art might seem like disparate hobbies, but Charlie Frances couples the two passions in a complementary way. Two years ago, Frances did a cross-state bike trip from his home of Virginia Beach to Galax for the grand reveal of his mural at a Walmart. Last week, Frances was on a biking…
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Local coach leads youth flag football team to title game in first season
A new youth flag football program with local ties has triumphantly advanced to a championship appearance in its inaugural season.
Living
Lake Anna Father’s Day car show returns
LABP event at Pleasants Landing raises funds for local student scholarships