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 …
The Lake Anna area is experiencing a drought that began in early August. While we have seen several minor episodes of rain, none have been enough to bring us back to normal levels. The rainfall deficit continues to grow across the region. Typically, we receive about 12 inches of rain from August through mid-November, but this year we have seen …
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 …
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 …
Lake Anna residents now have a new option for same-day sick visits and comprehensive primary care with the opening of Lake Anna Integrative Care, a wellness-focused medical practice dedicated to treating the whole person: body, mind and lifestyle. The center, located at 2444 New Bridge Road in Mineral, opened in November and offers a combination of primary care, mental health …
The magic of the holidays returns to Lake Anna as the 2025 Lighted Boat Parade sets sail on Saturday, December 6, bringing twinkling lights, festive music, and holiday joy to every cove and shoreline along the route. This beloved tradition has become one of the most anticipated winter events on the lake—drawing hundreds of spectators and showcasing some of the …
The community is mourning the sudden passing of Joe Langiu, a beloved guitarist, Marine Corps veteran, and longtime supporter of local artists. Langiu, 44, died unexpectedly on Oct. 23, leaving behind his wife and two young daughters. Known for his generosity and unwavering encouragement of other musicians, Langiu was a fixture in the region’s rock scene. He played with several …
