Photo of Rosie from Lion’s Den by John Heishman The highly anticipated Lion’s Den Restaurant officially opened its doors on Valentine’s Day, marking a successful debut that exceeded expectations. The restaurant held a soft opening on February 13, giving the team an opportunity to fine-tune operations before the official launch. “I loved dinner,” said Grayson Hoffman, who attended the soft …
Lake Anna residents have spoken, and their message is clear: access to healthcare is a top priority. The results from the first-ever Wavemakers community survey reveal a growing demand for medical services closer to home, reinforcing the need for action. With emergency healthcare facilities located 45-60 minutes away, residents see the urgent need for a local solution. The Wavemakers survey, …
Photo by Michael Stuart Dominion Energy’s North Anna Nuclear Power Plant’s iconic domed containment structures look out over Lake Anna’s residents and visitors as they cruise by in their boats every summer. Drivers notice the signs for the plant while driving along Kentucky Springs Road. Local businesses even capitalize on the local landmark by naming their businesses and products with …
Each year, the Lake Anna Business Partnership (LABP) hosts a banquet to honor members of the community who exemplify leadership, innovation, and service. This year’s event, held at Callie Opie’s Orchard on February 18th, celebrated outstanding individuals and businesses that have made a lasting impact on the Lake Anna area. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the …
In my 20 years in web development and search engine optimization for businesses who are looking to grow their customer base, I have learned hard lessons about expectations. The “If they build it, they will come” mentality isn’t always true. This isn’t Noah’s Ark or Field of Dreams. When I interviewed Duane Adams regarding the need for medical facilities, he …
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 …
Before I began printing The Breeze, the former publisher, Jim McCoy, made it a point to mentor me. Every week, for at least an hour, he would sit me down to share his methods and prepare me for what was ahead. Mary Jo McCoy would jokingly apologize in advance for the sheer amount of slobber and dog hair I’d encounter …
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,” …
More than a decade ago, Louisa County resident Debbie Reed noticed many people struggling without basic resources. She believed something had to be done to help these individuals rebuild their lives. This belief led to the creation of The Journey Home (TJH). With the help of her husband, retired physician Ed Reed, Debbie reached out to government agencies, philanthropic groups, …
With over 500 registered homeschoolers in Louisa County, homeschooling families constitute 10% of K-12 students. Spotsylvania County is close behind with over 7% of its student body registered as homeschooling this year. In today’s teleworking society, many are able to work and homeschool simultaneously, an option that was much more difficult even just 5 years ago. Homeschooling families are as …
