On a beautiful October day in Gordonsville, Virginia, history was made. The Rehab Rover Canicross and Trail Race, Virginia’s first sanctioned Canicross event, brought together over 135 human-dog teams for a day of fitness, bonding, and adventure. Jennifer Carter, the race’s organizer and visionary behind Harness Canicular, never imagined such a turnout. “We were expecting maybe 50 people,” Carter shared, …
Written by Chris Baird On September 19th weekend, Cutalong held its biggest member-guest tournament to date. A member-guest tournament consists of two player teams, one Cutalong member and one guest. This tournament is a great opportunity for members to showcase their club to their friends who visit for a weekend of fun. Over the three day event, there was plenty …
If you want to be in the best shape of your life and make friends in the process, the Lake Anna Running Club (LARC) may be for you! The group began as a Facebook group with over 70 runners signed up, LARC fills a void at Lake Anna as the first official running club. LARC runners meet every Monday and …
In a series of samples taken by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR), John Odenkirk is in awe of the “best bass sample I’ve ever seen”, marking what he calls the “Golden Age” of Lake Anna fisheries. “It can’t get any better,” Odenkirk says right before he notes, “but then it gets better.” Odenkirk has taken samples from Lake …
The Cutalong Golf Clubhouse’s groundbreaking ceremony in July marked the beginning of a new chapter for a meticulously planned resort-style residential community at Lake Anna in Louisa County, Virginia. The event, attended by local officials, community leaders, and key stakeholders, featured a keynote address by Virginia’s First Lady, Suzanne Youngkin, who highlighted the project’s significance and its potential to positively …
The NFL and NCAA Football seasons have finally begun. It seems like an eternity waiting to watch your favorite team hit the field for another year of excitement or the agony of defeat. Although many teams have covered stadiums, there are several that still play in the elements. Weather can play a huge role in the outcome of games. Snow, …
James (Bobby) Ragland, a nearly lifelong resident of Louisa County, is a dedicated skateboarder who has long championed the skateboarding community in his hometown. Despite the county lacking skateboard shops and skateparks during his youth, Ragland’s passion for skateboarding led him to travel across the East Coast in search of places to skate. In the early 2000s, Ragland founded Bakwuds …
Upward was founded in 1995 in Spartanburg South Carolina as a small faith-based youth basketball program, has grown into the international non-profit organization we see today. Offering support for recreational basketball, soccer, cheerleading, flag football, and volleyball, Upward also offers a full slate of materials including training, playbooks, sports apparel, ministry resources, and online player registration systems. Sports participation has …
Photos by Carol Barker Wyatt Roundabouts and data centers aren’t the only major developments coming to the Lake Anna area. Situated at the intersection of routes 33 and 522, this facility marks a notable milestone for Louisa County youth. The land for the complex has been generously donated to the Louisa Little League and will soon be home to William …
Virginia’s water enthusiasts find themselves at the intersection of safety regulations and environmental conservation as the state implements the New Move Over Law and introduces stringent measures to combat the spread of invasive aquatic species. This comprehensive approach not only prioritizes responsible boating practices but also addresses specific challenges posed by invasive species like didymo. Additionally, a recent update to …
