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 …
Virginia’s 4 PM Burning Law Now in Effect Across Lake Anna Counties
LAKE ANNA, VA – The 4 PM Burning Law is now in effect from February 15 through April 30, restricting outdoor burning to help prevent wildfires. This law applies to all Lake Anna counties, including Orange, Spotsylvania, and Louisa. Residents and landowners are urged to familiarize themselves with the law and check with local officials for additional regulations, as some …
REC Crews Respond to Outages Caused by Powerful Wind Storm
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) crews are responding in force to restore power this evening after prolonged wind gusts of 50-plus-mph roared through Virginia on Sunday. The weekend’s heavy rains left the soil saturated, so the powerful winds not only broke branches but also uprooted trees onto power lines. As of 9 p.m., REC had logged more than 340 separate outage …
Louisa County Declares State of Emergency as Winter Storm Approaches
LOUISA, VIRGINIA – The Louisa County Board of Supervisors has declared a local State of Emergency ahead of a major winter storm set to impact the area from Tuesday morning, February 11, through Wednesday afternoon, February 12. Forecasters predict heavy snowfall and ice accumulation, leading to hazardous road conditions and potential power outages. “Please avoid driving during the storm,” urged …
REC Urges Locals to Prepare for Storm on Saturday
Fredericksburg, Va. — Nearly 400 field personnel are working to make repairs and restore service for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) members who remain without power after Winter Storm Freya. Crews from eight other electric cooperatives have joined REC’s line workers, contractors and tree teams to restore service as quickly and safely as possible. With more than 300 separate damage sites, some …