Community members gathered at Fifty-Third Winery on Tuesday, May 21, for the inaugural Wave Makers 2024 Workshop, a regional summit focused on creating positive, grassroots-driven change for Lake Anna and the surrounding counties. The highlight of the afternoon came during closing remarks, when Steve Britts was awarded the Wave Maker Award in recognition of his outstanding dedication to lake safety …
Photo: Steve Britts and Jenn Mastro; Photo by Carol Barker Wyatt; Below: Steve, KT & Stevie Britts A new effort is underway to raise the standard of boating safety on Lake Anna, and it’s being led by one of the lake’s most recognized captains. Steve Britts, owner of Cruise Rusty, has launched the Better Boater Academy, a hands-on program designed …
Photo of Mike Grossman from the Lake Anna Resort on Zoom Louisa County Supervisor Chris McCotter and LABP Board Member Lindsey Snyder Lead a Packed Agenda on Growth, Development, and Opportunity Around Lake Anna The Lake Anna Business Partnership’s 6th Annual Summit, held Monday April 14th over zoom, served to update our community on growth, collaboration, and long-range planning in …
As of September of last year, cyanobacteria levels in Lake Anna had dropped below detectable levels. This is a recurring annual trend, occurring after the peak summer season when most visitors have left and temperatures begin to cool. Weather patterns and environmental factors can cause rapid changes in water quality, leading to recreational water illnesses from cyanotoxins and other pollutants. …
Photo: Roundtable Hosting by Melanie Lucero and Michael Boyce; Taken by John Heishman For years, Lake Anna residents have voiced a pressing concern: access to medical care. With the nearest hospitals 45 to 60 minutes away, medical emergencies often turn into life-or-death situations. Despite overwhelming community demand, efforts to establish an urgent care facility in the area have repeatedly hit …
Fueled by an ambition to offer a fresh and distinct dining experience, the owner of Vito’s Italian Restaurant & Grill, Rosalino Taormina, has a new passion project: The Lion’s Den: 1837. Since opening Vito’s in 2015, Taormina, known as “Rosie,” has made a name for himself as a cornerstone of the Lake Anna dining scene. Over nearly a decade, he’s …
While growth at Lake Anna speeds up, The Cove slows it down. And for this pillar business, the rapid pace of development only strengthens its foundation as an anchor in the community. The Cove Restaurant runs on an easygoing philosophy of enjoying each moment; painting a picture of what “lake life” really means. “Everything is at a slower pace here,” …
Photo thanks to Carol Barker Wyatt, John Heishman and Aaron Blount from Lake Anna Photography Lake Anna, VA – The Lake Anna Business Partnership’s highly anticipated Lighted Boat Parade illuminated the water on Saturday, December 7th, showcasing an array of dazzling, holiday-themed vessels. Leading the pack was local legend Mike Cleaves, who secured first place with his latest electrifying creation, …
Photo of 2023’s winner Steve Purks with his boat, named “Festival of Lights.” Mark Your Calendars for Saturday, 12/7/24 The holiday season is here, and Lake Anna’s Lighted Boat Parade is back to bring festive cheer and community spirit! For those who are new to the scene, the Lake Anna Lighted Boat Parade is a beloved annual tradition that brings …
Chris Denkers, owner of Coyote Hole, has always been passionate about cider. For years, Coyote Hole has offered sparkling cider—a non-alcoholic staple for family-friendly occasions at Lake Anna. But, as Denkers admits, “The sugar content is insanely high.” This, combined with a desire to create something for his teenage sons and their friends, led him to craft something healthier, innovative, …
