SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY, VA — Visitor spending in Spotsylvania County has soared nearly 35% since 2019, reflecting a strong rebound and continued growth in local tourism, according to newly released figures from the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC). In 2024 alone, visitors spent $245.9 million in the county—a 2.9% increase over 2023. Tourism continues to play a major role in Spotsylvania’s economy, …
Roosters & Foxes Hosts 5th Annual Veterans Day Blood Drive, Aiming to Surpass Past Collections
By Mark Strauss Lake Anna’s Roosters & Foxes organization rallies support for its fifth annual Veterans Day Blood Drive, scheduled for Tuesday, November 11, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Log Home Brewery. Building on a strong track record of lifesaving donations, the event aims to exceed previous years’ totals while welcoming a new wave of first-time donors. …
Best of Lake Anna: Luxury Koating Applications
Luxury Koating ApplicationsGold Winner for Best Marine DetailingPh: (804) [email protected] For Kyle Austin, the decision to start his own business was about being present. After a decade of commuting over an hour each way, he knew something had to change. “I wanted to be close to my children and wife while still putting my energy to good use. I had …
Best of Lake Anna: Lake Anna Taphouse
Best Beer Selection on Taplakeannataphouse.com208 Lake Front Dr, Mineral, Virginia 23117 “Seeing the enjoyment from visitors at the Lake Anna Taphouse brings me the greatest satisfaction—it’s a reminder of what I love most about Lake Anna: the incredible diversity of people from all over the world who come together to enjoy this special place.” – Brian Gilbreth, Owner Jen BaileyHi! …
Best of Lake Anna: Teresa ‘Tre’ Carlson, Real Estate Agent
Local Artist Brings Her Creative Touch to Real Estate(720) 589-7300 ‘Tre’ isn’t your average real estate agent. With a background in property appraisal and degrees in Photography and Fine Arts, she blends the precision of a pro with the eye of an artist. Whether she’s scouting the perfect lakefront escape or helping a family envision their future, Teresa sees what …
Best of Lake Anna: Jenn Weiland, Cutalong Golf Course
Head Golf Professional, Cutalong Golf ClubPh: (540) 894-4275 | Tributer.com “I joined the team at Cutalong in early 2024, but my journey in the golf industry began much earlier. Golf has impacted my life in countless positive ways, and that’s what initially drew me to this career. I wanted to help grow the game so that others could experience the …
Chronic Wasting Disease Now Confirmed in 18 Virginia Counties
Chronic wasting disease (CWD), a fatal neurological illness that affects deer, elk, and moose, has now been confirmed in 18 Virginia counties, including a newly detected case in Page County. Counties with confirmed cases:Albemarle, Amherst, Augusta, Bedford, Clarke, Culpeper, Fauquier, Floyd, Frederick, Loudoun, Madison, Montgomery, Page, Pulaski, Rappahannock, Shenandoah, Warren, and Wythe. Health experts emphasize that while CWD is always …
Crispy Roots: a Delicious Fried Chicken Backstory
🍗 Gordonsville Fried Chicken Festival is October 4th on Main St in Gordonsville After the Civil War, Gordonsville’s train station became the stage for a unique kind of entrepreneurship. Formerly enslaved women—known as waiter carriers—would balance platters of fried chicken, pies, and coffee on their heads, rushing to sell them through the open windows of passing trains. Hungry travelers couldn’t …
An Autumn Worth Savoring: Bucket List Activities for Fall at the Lake
Fall at Lake Anna and the surrounding towns is more than just changing leaves — it’s a season full of flavors, festivals, and memory-making moments. From crispy fried chicken to spooky corn mazes, your fall calendar can fill up fast. Here are some activities to add to your fall list: Jen BaileyHi! I’m Jennifer Bailey and I partner with entrepreneurs …
Clear the Clutter, Find the Calm: The DISCO Way to Stay Organized
Clutter sneaks up on all of us—mail piling on the counter, kids’ stuff migrating from room to room, closets that look ready to burst. The good news? You don’t need a magic wand to tame the chaos. You just need a little rhythm. That’s why Harmony Helpers LLC created the DISCO method, a system designed to help clients cut through …