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 …
[Spotsylvania] New Speed Enforcement in School Zones
To curb speeding and improve student safety, Spotsylvania officials have announced the launch of an automated speed enforcement program in school zones across the county. The initiative is a joint effort between the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, the School Board, and the Board of Supervisors, in partnership with safety technology provider Altumint. The decision comes after multiple speed studies revealed …
Birds on Power Lines? Don’t Shoot
Firefly Launches “Be a Good Neighbor” Campaign to Protect Fiber Lines PALMYRA, Va. — Firefly Fiber BroadbandSM, a wholly owned subsidiary of Central Virginia Electric Cooperative (CVEC), has launched a new community awareness initiative urging residents to think twice before pulling the trigger this hunting season. With dove hunting underway, the company’s “Be a Good Neighbor” campaign reminds sportsmen that …
LCSO Investigates Drowning Incident in Bumpass, Virginia
Louisa County, VA – On August 9, 2025, at approximately 10:45 PM, the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) received a report of a possible drowning in the area of Sandy Point Drive in Bumpass, Virginia. Witnesses on the scene reported that Sally Bedell, a 19-year-old female from Arlington, Virginia, had jumped from a structure into the water and, after resurfacing, went missing. Louisa County …
Public Invited to Weigh In on Virginia’s Wildlife Conservation Plan
The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is inviting public feedback on its newly revised Virginia Wildlife Action Plan, a key document guiding the conservation of the state’s most vulnerable wildlife and habitats. Open for public comment through July 18, 2025, the draft plan outlines strategies to protect species of greatest conservation need (SGCN) and enhance collaboration among agencies, tribes, …
Louisa County Issues Reminder to Short-Term Rental Owners Ahead of Summer Season
LOUISA, VA — As the peak summer rental season begins, Louisa County Community Development has issued a formal reminder to short-term rental owners and operators about compliance requirements for properties located in designated Growth Area Residential Districts. The notice reiterates that all short-term rental properties in residential zones R-1 and R-2 within county growth areas must meet specific operational guidelines …
Richmond Man Dies After Boating Incident at Lake Anna
LOUISA COUNTY, Va. — A Richmond man has died following a boating incident at Lake Anna, according to the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR). On Thursday, May 1, at approximately 5:57 p.m., DWR received a report of a single-vessel accident involving two individuals who were thrown overboard while wrapping up a day on the water. The vessel’s operator, David …
Louisa County Board of Supervisors Approve Rebate of Real Property Taxes
LOUISA, VIRGINIA – At the Louisa County Board of Supervisors meeting on April 28, the Board approved the issuance of a rebate of real property taxes. Citizens can now expect rebates of 3.3% to be applied to their 2025 real estate tax bill this fall. The assessment and tax rate process reflects a separation of duties between the Office of …
Fluvanna-Louisa Housing Foundation Awarded $1 Million HUD Grant to Help Older Adults Age in Place
LOUISA, VA — The Fluvanna-Louisa Housing Foundation (FLHF) has been awarded a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to support its Older Adult Home Modification Program (OAHMP). The funding will provide critical home improvements to eligible residents aged 62 and older in Louisa, Fluvanna, and Nelson counties, helping them live safely and independently …
Louisa County Animal Shelter at Critical Capacity
LOUISA, VIRGINIA – The Louisa County Animal Shelter is currently operating at a critically full capacity and is requesting the community’s assistance in fostering, adopting, and retrieving lost animals. Without space available for any incoming strays, Louisa County is offering free adoptions on all animals. The Shelter aims to reunite animals with their owners, which is critical to ensuring space …