August 14, 2026
News
Above suspicion?
Mysterious drone sightings raise privacy and development concerns
School Bus Road will close Aug. 17
Look for detour signs during one-week VDOT pipe replacement
Registration open for Louisa GED classes
It is Time to Give Yourself a Raise! The Thomas Jefferson Adult Career Education (TJACE) @pvcc the Louisa Center located at 115 Jefferson Highway (Sage Building, Suite 108 and 109) is announcing that the 2026-27 GED preparation classes and Computer Skills Lab will start August 10, 2026 with registration and classes to begin August 24, 2026. Please call (540) 938-4729, for an appointment to register. Classes are Monday evenings from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Online learning is an option to fit different schedules. You must come in-person to register.
County talks process if Mineral pulls charter
Recent controversy in the Town of Mineral led Mayor Pam Harlowe to send an email to council members on the morning of July 20 advising the group to “give up the charter ASAP.” The Louisa County Board of Supervisors (BoS) held a discussion on the process for potential annulment of the town’s charter at the August 3 board meeting.
Rt. 33 reopens after six-week closure
Fire and EMS address emergency response concerns
School supplies
To access this year’s elementary school supply lists, please visit: https://www.lcps.k12.va.us/ news/what_s_new/school_supply_lists_
Greetings Fox Families
Welcome to the new school year! We are excited to embark on this journey of learning and growth with each of you. Whether you are a returning fox or new to our school community, we are thrilled to have you here.
Dear Trailblazer Families
We hope you’ve enjoyed a restful and joyful summer! As we prepare to begin the 2025–2026 school year at Jouett Elementary School, we are thrilled to welcome back our returning Trailblazers and extend a warm greeting to those joining us for the fi rst time. It is truly an honor to serve this incredible community, and we’re excited to begin another legendary year together.
Hello TJ Families
I’m incredibly excited to welcome you back for the 2025-2026 school year. This year marks a significant milestone for me—my 20th year with Louisa County Public Schools and my 3rd as your principal at Thomas Jefferson. It’s truly an honor and a privilege to serve this community, and I am filled with anticipation for all that we will accomplish together in the year ahead.