Arrington, VA – Starting June 12, 2024, members of Central Virginia Electric Cooperative (CVEC) will experience a rate increase on their electric bills, which will affect residents who live in Orange and Louisa Counties, among several others that they serve. This adjustment, filed as a streamlined rate case with the Virginia State Corporation Commission on May 13, represents a 4.54% …
E. Coli Concerns at Lake Anna: Reports of Illness and Past Outbreaks
Updated June 12, 2024 The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has undertaken another series of water quality tests at Lake Anna, including one completed Tuesday, June 11th at the areas called “The Sandbar,” “Cocktail Cove” and Lake Anna State Park. Results are expected 3-4 days from the test date. Lake Anna Civic Association (LACA) will be sharing the results …
Teams Compete in ‘Lifesavers Challenge’ to Support Lake Anna Rescue Inc.
Bumpass, VA – The community is rallying to support Lake Anna Rescue Inc. (LARI), a crucial volunteer-based rescue squad, through the Lifesavers Challenge, a multi-team fundraising competition. The initiative runs through the end of September and aims to raise essential funds for LARI’s only rescue boat on the private side of Lake Anna, which is now 25 years old and …
LEGO® Resale Store to Open at Cosner’s Corner in Fredericksburg
Grand Opening of Bricks & Minifigs in Fredericksburg Fredericksburg, VA – Excitement is building in Fredericksburg as Bricks & Minifigs prepares to open its newest store at Cosners Corner, located at 9841 Patriot Hwy. The grand opening is scheduled for Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 11 AM. Bricks & Minifigs is renowned for its unique approach to the LEGO experience, …
LCSO Investigating Father and Son Drowning at Lake Anna
LOUISA COUNTY, VA – The Louisa County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is currently investigating the drowning of a reported father (42-year-old male) and son (14-year-old male) that occurred on Lake Anna. LCSO and other emergency crews responded to Lake Anna in the area of Carrs Bridge Rd at approximately 1:10 PM on Saturday, May 25, 2024, for a reported child drowning. …
Jet Boats Invade Lake Anna June 13-15
Photos by Carol Barker Wyatt The 25th year of the Jet Boat Invasion promises to be the “Hottest Invasion on the East Coast.” Scheduled to take place from Thursday, June 13th to Saturday, June 15th, this event has become a staple for adrenaline junkies and leisure seekers alike. Chester Wojcik, the jet boat organizer and administrator for the ‘Lake Anna …
Diamonds, iPhones and Dentures… Recovery Diver in Search of Lost Treasures at Lake Anna
Forgotten treasures are all but lost with Neil Rubsam, Lake Anna’s very own Dive Master who has a passion for underwater adventures, including… you guessed it, a set of dentures that fell right out of their owner’s mouth. His voice crackles with excitement as he recounts his adventures, each word punctuated by a sense of awe and wonder. “It’s like …
High Point Gets ‘Print on Demand’ T-Shirt Shop
Your custom design on a shirt can be a reality in just a few minutes through state-of-the-art equipment only available next to High Point Marina and Lighthouse Inn. Newly remodeled and ready to take customers, the apparel company is open for business, making hats, shirts and other clothing items both in bulk – and shirts on demand. The brainchild of …
Beau’s Perspective: The Best Time of the Year
Woof! I am so excited! This is it! This is the time. Right now! What time is it? It’s the time of the year when my two-legged pack family swims WITH me in the lake. You see, I swim every day, but when it’s cold outside, my two-leggers don’t like to get in the lake. I don’t know why; two-leggers …
Grand Opening of Fishtery LFS in Mineral, Virginia
Fishtery LFS is set to open its doors to the community of Mineral, Virginia, and nearby areas. The grand opening event will take place on Friday, May 24th, 2024, at 12 PM, located at 119-A Mineral Avenue, Mineral, VA. The store will offer a variety of small freshwater fish, aquatic plants, and aquarium supplies. Among the fish available are Angelfish …