July 8, 2026
Local News
LCWA issues mandatory water restrictions
BoS Chair Adams discusses concerns regarding data center water usage
JMRL moves to “finefree” operations July 1
JMRL is happy to announce that it will begin its transition into a Fine Free library system this summer, beginning July 1. This initiative marks a significant step in the Library’s ongoing commitment to removing barriers to information and fostering an accessible environment for patrons across Charlottesville, Albemarle, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson.
BoS discusses Route 33 road closure
Chairman Adams addresses “miscommunication” with VDOT
Tenants poised to move into FLHF affordable housing units
Louisa County has just taken a “big step forward” in supplying affordable housing to the community, according to Kim Hyland, the Executive Director of the Fluvanna-Louisa Housing Foundation (FLHF). On June 9 and June 11, FLHF held tours for local leaders involved in the project to check out the finished construction of four one-bedroom units before they are occupied later this month.
Hygiene and cleaning kits for UMCOR
Folks from Mineral United Methodist Church came together on June 2 and packed 30 feminine hygiene kits, 230 hygiene kits and 20 cleaning kits.
Lake Anna Rescue’s Radley recognized
Lake Anna Rescue is proud to announce and celebrate the achievement of volunteer member Ally Radley, who has successfully completed the requirements to become a released Attendant in Charge (AIC). This milestone reflects her dedication, perseverance, and commitment to providing exceptional emergency medical care to the Lake Anna community.
Lake Anna State Park drowning victim identified
Spotsylvania authorities are investigating a fatal drowning that occurred at Lake Anna State Park on June 4. The man was recently identified as Ahmad Fawad Sataryaar, 37, of Falls Church.
LCPS board voices opposition to Valley Link
Proposed Route 2 nears high school/middle school campus