It is with much sadness to announce the passing of Walter C. Hartwell on April 15, 2021 in his home in Palmyra, VA (Lake Monticello) after a short but hard-fought battle with cancer. He is proceeded in death by his father Charles O. Hartwell and...
Apr. 14, 20210189By Heather Michon
Correspondent
The Fluvanna County Board of Supervisors approved 2021 Strategic Initiatives during its meeting on Wednesday (April 7).
First introduced in 2018, the Strategic Initiative document set out a list of goals focused on improving county services in areas like communications, service delivery, community...
Apr. 14, 20210490By Madeline Otten
Correspondent
Where do you live?
“Right inside the main gate to Lake Monticello.”
How long have you lived in Fluvanna County?
“Since November of 2001.”
Tell us about your family.
“My daughter Emily is a junior at FCHS. She also has a pet sitting and dog training business which she...
Apr. 14, 2021091Contributed by Mike Feazel
The spring food drive organized by the Fluvanna Rotary April 8 collected about 7,500 pounds of food to be distributed to the needy by the MACAA Food Bank, organizers said. They said the four food drives since the pandemic began have netted a total of 34,500 pounds of food and about $10,000 cash for the food...
Apr. 14, 20210238By Duncan Nixon
Correspondent
High school golf in Virginia is normally a fall sport. This year, due to COVID-19, the golf season was moved to early spring. The Fluvanna County golf team had an impressive, abbreviated season, finishing with a 5-1 record in dual meets. On April 7, the Flucos hosted a seven team Jefferson District...
Apr. 14, 20210242By Page H. Gifford
Correspondent
Joe Fabiszewski Jr., better known as "Joe Fab", is a producer, writer, and director, who has had the privilege of working with many well-known performers and public figures, including Tina Turner, Cher, Alison Krauss, Aretha Franklin, Maya Angelou, President Jimmy Carter, Senator Sam Nunn, Senator...
Apr. 14, 20210435Ten Years Missing
Authorities are seeking information on the whereabouts of Robert Lee Hourihan who was last seen April 08, 2011 – ten years ago. Foul play is suspected in his disappearance.
Fluvanna County Sheriff Eric Hess, in a press release, said the cold case remains open “and we need the public’s help to bring closure for...
Apr. 8, 20210434By Page H. Gifford
Correspondent
The art-centered businesses in Palmyra village are hosting an outdoor art market event to celebrate spring on April 11. The outdoor art market will be located on the green behind the Old Courthouse in the village of Palmyra. Its main feature will be local artisans and crafters but will also include...