October 3, 2026
Living
The seeds of tomorrow
Amid Louisa’s rapid growth, Common Wealth Seed Growers is cultivating another kind of future through sustainable farming
Crank
William Earle Crank served as the Louisa County Historical Society’s 4th President. He was born in Louisa in 1891 where he was raised. He married Phyllis Fry Collins in 1925 and raised two daughters. Crank was a lawyer and served as the Commonwealth’s Attorney for 40 years. His law office is located on Courthouse Square. Pictured here (top row, first on the left) is a young Earle Crank upon his graduation from Louisa High School in 1911.
LCEF grateful for recent fundraiser support
Louisa Community Emergency Fund (LCEF) recently held a successful annual fundraiser to raise dollars to support local families in crisis.
From Louisa to Kenya
Local student talks merits of international travel
Honoring a matriarch
Bumpass resident Frances West Byers passes away at 111 years old
Thanking first responders
On September 11, a group of about 50 Louisa County Public Schools (LCPS) students presented cards to first responders at the Lake Anna Food Lion, thanking them for their courage to serve their local community. Students from all four elementary schools created and distributed more than 400 cards on the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
LCHS Class of 1957 reunites
The Louisa County High School (LCHS) Class of 57’ met August 14, 2026, to celebrate their 69th year Reunion! While the attendance was small, this group had a blast and enjoyed lunch, sharing stories and catching up! Our class of 68 members leaves us 19 members and 12 had planned to attend but with a couple of emergencies, only seven were able to come. Group leaders stated they are already looking forward to next year. Those attending were: (L) Alice Lloyd Plageman, Fred Vawter, Carolyn Trainum Brookman. (R) Margaret Grimm Wood, Harvey Fleshman, Nancy Woolfolk Agee and Emma Jean Johnson Stevens.
From home bakery to Main St.
Grace & Grain Bakehouse holds grand opening in Louisa
60TH ANNIVERSARY: LOUISA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
John Jerl Purcell, Jr. served as the Historical Society’s first and youngest president, at its founding in 1966. John has been witness to major moments in Society history from the founding through the transition of the Museum to the Sargeant Pettit House in 2008. John’s impact can be felt throughout the Museum, whether in documents donated to the archives or in the Purcell Research Library’s establishment. We are grateful to John for his service to the organization! Pictured here are John and his wife, Pat, in front of the Courthouse for the 250th celebration of the Louisa County’s Founding.
Mineral UMC contributes to “Milk Challenge”
Mineral UMC contributes to “Milk Challenge”