By Jennifer Bailey with Randy Thomas Proposed by REB Investment Company LLC and Amazon Data Services, the Lake Anna Tech Campus is set to become a significant addition to Louisa County, Virginia. The project, as detailed in the filing with the US Army Corps of Engineers Norfolk District, outlines plans for a data center campus spanning 153 acres. The campus …
[VIDEO] Capturing the Essence of Lake Anna: A pictorial journey with Carol Barker Wyatt of Lake Anna Photography
Written and sponsored by Carol Barker Wyatt Selecting a photography specialty in a city might be a straightforward decision, but when surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Lake Anna, narrowing down to a specific genre becomes a delightful challenge. The picturesque landscape, serene waters, lush surroundings, lakefront homes, vibrant communities, wildlife, mesmerizing sunsets, invigorating sunrises, changing weather, jet boats, water …
Pantry Planning for Winter Storm Season
By Guest Writer: Susan K. Kingsbury We have entered the winter storm season, which means it is time to stock your cabinets and pantries with the essentials. Storms rarely appear without warning; it is best to be prepared in advance with shelf-stable foods and snacks that can be easily prepared, and that your family likes. Nothing is more stressful than …
New Robotics Club Inspires Future Engineers
By Jennifer Christian LASER (Louisa Area Students Educational Robotics) launched this year with a mission to provide students in our area with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) skills for life through robotics. LASER started their inaugural season with three teams of elementary and middle school students who are participating in Vex IQ robotics competitions (VIQRC). These competitions provide open-ended …
Take the Unicorn: A Story about accepting, and giving back
By Tracy Wimmer, a former teacher who hails from the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. She currently works as a guide in Alaska – a place where she sees lots of grizzlies, but few unicorns. Obstacles make me stronger. That is a philosophy I have always tried to follow. But…not that night. Two weeks before Christmas and the only word …