August 30, 2026
Town of Mineral
A town means community
The Mayor of the Town of Mineral is presently advancing an effort to annul the Town Charter. If successful, Mineral would cease to exist as an incorporated municipality and would instead become an unincorporated square‑mile area within Louisa County—known only as “formerly the Town of Mineral.” This initiative stands in stark contrast to Mayor Pam Harlowe’s 2025 campaign messaging, in which she asserted that her goal was to “save the Town.” She was also very vocal against this idea when it was briefly considered in 2021.
Mineral council offers Washington third contract
Hempstead resigns from council
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.
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.
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
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.”
Summer fun at Mineral Firemen’s Fair
Summer fun at Mineral Firemen’s Fair