October 15, 2026
John Hajduk III
I’ve called Louisa home for nearly my entire life and graduated from Louisa County High School with the Class of 2006. Growing up, I had a goal of playing baseball for James Madison University, but life choices took me in a different direction. Through faith, hard work, and the love of my amazing wife and three children, I’ve built a life that I’m now proud of.
Today, I am an award-winning journalist and stay busy covering local news and working in the electrical trade. When I’m not on the job, some of my hobbies include hunting & fishing, collecting sports cards, and just being a boring dad.
Data center neighbors claim adverse impact
Homeowners allege AWS construction near their property has affected private well, business, quality of life
Virginia’s cannabis crossroads
Hope, uncertainty and backlash emerge as the new marijuana landscape faces growing pains; Lake Anna dispensary prepares for launch
Family loses home to fire, community helps rebuilding efforts
A Louisa County family is working to rebuild after a structure fire destroyed their home on Goodwin Store Road near Shannon Hill on July 11, sending propane and oxygen tanks exploding and creating hazardous conditions for responding crews and nearby animals.
Rising costs, growing need
LCPS nutrition program continues to serve community
A family’s fight
A family’s fight:
Louisa FFA shines at 100th state convention
Chapter brings home multiple awards and leadership honors from milestone event
Man found dead in Bumpass pool
LCSO opens investigation
Setting the ground rules
Turf field framework approved, youth sports groups establish access agreements
Training tomorrow’s heroes
Locust Creek VFD holds third annual Kids Cadet Academy
Observing Juneteenth
Parade of Churches, Heritage Festival highlight history, unity and continued education regarding emancipation