SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. — The Lake Anna community is mourning the loss of 35-year-old William Aimino, who tragically lost his life in a head-on collision Thursday afternoon, Dec. 5. The crash occurred at approximately 1:40 p.m. near Patriot Highway and Orchard Ridge Drive. According to the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, Aimino was driving a 2024 Chevrolet Colorado northbound when his …
Mad Batter, Lazy Parrot Break Ground at Roundabout Plaza
Photos by Carol Barker Wyatt at Lake Anna Photography Lake Anna, VA — Lake Anna celebrated a landmark event on November 9 with the official groundbreaking of Roundabout Plaza, marking the start of a vibrant new community center for the area. The Louisa County Chamber of Commerce and Koren Diversified Holdings hosted the event, gathering community leaders, local residents, and …
Roundabout Plaza Groundbreaking Ceremony Set for Saturday, November 9
LOUISA COUNTY, VA — The Louisa County Chamber of Commerce is holding a groundbreaking ceremony for Roundabout Plaza, a new commercial destination by Koren Diversified Holdings. The ceremony will be held on November 9 at 2 p.m., celebrating the expansion of local dining, recreation, and retail options in Lake Anna. This project underscores years of dedication to enhancing both the …
Single Vehicle Crash Claims Life of Michael Mitchell
In the early hours of October 25, Sergeant R. Lewis of the Louisa County Sheriff’s Office discovered a single-vehicle crash while on routine patrol in the 6600 block of Lawyers Road. The accident occurred around 1:00 a.m. as the driver, Michael Mitchell Jr., 49, of Louisa County, was traveling east on Lawyers Road when he reportedly lost control of his …
Boardwalk Hotel’s “Virtual Front Desk” Now Open
The Boardwalk Hotel on Lake Anna celebrates its grand opening tonight, Friday October 25, 2024, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by community members, local officials, and project stakeholders. Managed by Reef Capital Partners, and partnering with Kasa, this new lakefront hotel provides upscale accommodations and a community gathering space, addressing Lake Anna’s growing demand for high-quality lodging. Originally announced as …
Amazon, Dominion and Small Nuclear Reactors at Lake Anna?! Here are the facts.
Social media is buzzing with questions following Dominion Energy’s announcement about their agreement with Amazon to explore Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). However, it’s important to note that this agreement doesn’t guarantee SMR development—it’s just an exploration into the feasibility of nuclear energy at this stage. Dominion Energy has expressed hope to have the first SMR at Lake Anna completed by …
Bamboo Poses Growing Power Outage Risk in Virginia
Bamboo, a popular plant often used for its aesthetic appeal and as a privacy screen, has become a significant cause of power outages in the area. Known for its rapid, invasive growth, bamboo not only disrupts local ecosystems by crowding out native species but also poses a serious threat to infrastructure. The plant’s rapid expansion has become a growing concern …
Disaster Relief: Lake Anna Can Help
In the wake of recent natural disasters, Lake Anna is coming together to support those in need in both North Carolina and Southwest Virginia. Two organized donation drives are actively seeking help, with multiple local drop-off locations available for your convenience. Please Note: Please include new, packaged goods as used items may not be accepted. North Carolina Disaster Relief Daniel …
REC Warns of In-Person Impersonation Scams
Fredericksburg, Va.—Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) has seen an increase in potential in-person scams in the southeast portion of its service area.In the most recent report, an REC customer says potential scammers have approached them at their home after regular business hours and reported that they were there to read an electric meter. The individuals were not driving an REC vehicle. …
REC Connects 5,000 Members to Broadband Internet
Fredericksburg, Va.— Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) has connected 5,000 members to high-speed broadband internet through its partnership with Firefly Fiber BroadbandSM, a subsidiary of Central Virginia Electric Cooperative. This achievement marks a significant point in REC’s ongoing efforts to expand broadband access to previously unserved and underserved communities. “We take great pride in our ongoing partnership with Firefly, which is …