Even with the water level at one of the lowest points we’ve seen, Lake Anna’s boat captains still showed up with creativity, Christmas spirit, and a whole lot of lights. Congratulations to this year’s winners: 🚤 Best Steamboat: Steve Purks🎅 Tacky Christmas Boat: Tocky Lawrence🚌 Minibus Boat: Todd Fowler🌟 Lighted Boat: Lindsey McClellan Jen BaileyHi! I’m Jennifer Bailey and I …
I have four Louisa County students at home, all between the ages of 9 and 13. Yes, our house is busy! But that also means we get a front-row seat to the incredible work our teachers, staff, and school leaders put in every day. One of the most meaningful things I’ve seen this year is the way they encourage students …
Recently chartered Rotary Club of Lake Anna launched its first major project—Flags for Heroes, a patriotic display honoring those who serve the community and nation. Students from Louisa County High School’s Junior ROTC and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes joined Rotary volunteers to prepare the ground for what will soon become a striking tribute of red, white, and blue along …
For the Lake Anna Business Partnership (LABP), the first Saturday of December isn’t just a date on the calendar; it’s a promise. The annual Lighted Boat Parade has grown into one of the region’s most cherished holiday traditions, pulling the community together in ways that feel both festive and deeply personal. “It’s become a tradition,” said LABP President Ronda Guill. …
The Lounge on Lake Anna opened its 1st Annual Karaoke Contest with a standout victory from 19-year-old Veronica Schoenster, a recent Louisa County High School graduate best known for her role as Young Marie in last summer’s local musical, Chick’s Diner. Schoenster, who captivated local audiences onstage, brought that same theatrical spark to Thursday night’s competition, earning first place in …
For the third year in a row, Good Hope Baptist Church will welcome families from across the community for its beloved Christmas celebration; a tradition that has quickly become a local favorite. Each December, the church fills with laughter, music, and holiday excitement as children and parents gather for a morning designed to capture the spirit of the season. The …
If you don’t go, then you don’t know; that’s the motto of the 2,676-member Lake Anna Roosters & Foxes Social Club. Founded by a group of locals looking to build community through friendship and service, the club took off when Mark Strauss stepped in to lead the effort. The group now runs a wide range of fundraising events and social …
Photo: David Bailey, Devon Dempsey and Jennifer Bailey The inaugural Mistletoe Holiday Auction drew a large crowd to Lake Anna Winery on November 21, raising well over $15,000 to support single mothers and families in need throughout the Lake Anna region. The event, organized by The Lake Anna Breeze and Bougie B Wine, hosted by Lake Anna Winery, featured both …
Photo: Left to right: Tom Olivero with Kade; Chris Thomas with Chief; Shaye Frey with Ronnie; John Maleski with Bloom Five warriors walked out of Axel’s Place on Saturday with new strength, new hope, and a highly trained service dog by their side as Leashes of Valor (LOV) held its Nov. 8, 2025 Warrior Graduation at its Old Plank Road …
Meet Jim Keys, a true Lake Anna gentleman whose ideal days are spent on the water, whose kindness shows up in the everyday moments, and whose chocolate chip cookies are almost as legendary as his sense of humor. A few things about Jim you probably don’t know: What’s your ideal Lake Anna weekend?Fishing, Jet skiing, boating, grilling steaks for dinner, …
