August 13, 2026
Local News
Mineral town manager controversy continues
The entire Mineral Town Council was present for the special meeting on July 23, including attorney John Conrad and Nicole Washington who are both in the middle of recent controversy that has further divided an already split council.
Town of Louisa loses town manager
The Town of Louisa recently announced that Stuart Turille, as of July 22, is no longer serving in the role of town manager.
Virginia’s cannabis crossroads
Hope, uncertainty and backlash emerge as the new marijuana landscape faces growing pains; Lake Anna dispensary prepares for launch
LCSO charges suspect in child’s death
The Louisa County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 2-year-old female child after she was brought to the Goochland County Sheriff’s Office by her mother.
Mineral FOIA dispute heads to General District Court
McGehee cite that the alleged FOIA violations prevent them from rightfully and fully participating in their town government.
Washington sues Mineral council for $300,000
VEC appeals in Washington’s favor
Rt. 622 closing for dike inspection
Moody Town Road detours begin July 27
Mayor Harlowe advises town council to revoke charter
On the morning of July 20, Town of Mineral Mayor Pam Harlowe sent an email to council members advising the group to “give up the charter ASAP.”
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.
Food Not Bombs chapter distributes free food weekly
For over three years, volunteers with Louisa’s Food Not Bombs chapter have gathered every Sunday afternoon to distribute free fresh produce to anyone who needs it. Food Not Bombs is an international network of volunteer-run groups that gather surplus food and distribute it freely while advocating that resources be directed toward meeting human needs rather than military spending.