June 27, 2026
News
Congressional candidate speaks at Louisa Library
Virginia Del. Dan Helmer, who recently launched his third congressional campaign to represent the proposed and newly drawn 7th Congressional District, held a town hall at Louisa County Library on April 27.
Gum Spring man facing life sentence in federal exploitation case
Federal prosecutors have convicted a Gum Spring man that was previously found guilty of child rape of once again targeting minors—this time through a years-long pattern of grooming, travel and exploitation, according to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).
LCHS Envirothon team takes first place at regional competition
The Louisa County High School Envirothon Team earned first place at the regional (Area II) Envirothon competition held on April 23 in Madison County. Team members include Isaac Capozella, Sawyer Harris, Delilah Thomas, Diane Tornel, Lilith Zaleski, Colton Millway, and Kassie Polson. The team is coached by Kimberlee Jancaitis Martinak and Logan Horne.
County honors Eagle Scout Ryan Stacey for community service project
During the Louisa County Board of Supervisors regular meeting on April 27, supervisors recognized local student Ryan Stacey for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor obtainable in scouting.
Defending data center development
Public hearing on expansion of tax relief for elderly/disabled May 4
Tournament of Champions
Third annual Olympic-style event at The Jungle for adapted curriculum students
LCSO investigating vehicle accident that killed toddler
On April 23, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) received a report of a child struck by a vehicle in the 2000 block of Indian Creek Road in Mineral.
Louisa man sentenced on charges involving illegal animal-related material
Possession of images depicting animal sex acts leads to 1-year incarceration
Hajduk recognized with two awards at VPA banquet
The Central Virginian staff celebrates newsroom success at the VPA awards