LAKE ANNA, VA — Winter Storm Fern has moved through the area with limited impacts, though utility officials from Rappahannock Electric caution that prolonged, extreme cold in the days ahead could still lead to outages and other disruptions. “We were very fortunate that conditions were not nearly as bad as we had prepared for, and we appreciate that our member-owners …
PUBLIC HYDRILLA REVIEW OPEN THROUGH JAN. 21
The Lake Anna Advisory Committee (LAAC) released two documents earlier today related to hydrilla management at Lake Anna. Public Comment Period Open: Hydrilla Protocol Update & 2026 Treatment Plan The documents are now open for public review and comment through Jan. 21 and are available on the Louisa County website. Community members, lake users, and stakeholders are encouraged to review …
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 …
[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 …