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July 19, 2019
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Schools prep for solar power switch
Jul. 17, 20190821 By Ruthann Carr Correspondent The Fluvanna School Board decided to take advantage of the sun and voted unanimously on May 8 to harness solar energy. Soon Sun Tribe Solar will begin putting solar panels on and around the county’s school buildings – at no cost to the schools. Besides no upfront expense, the move is predicted...
Saving horses a passion for local woman
Jul. 17, 20190602 By Page H. Gifford Correspondent Those who have owned, ridden and loved horses may not be aware of what happens to these beautiful animals when they have outlived their usefulness. Lori Brown, a former horse show mom who traveled the circuit with her three daughters, devotes her time and love to horses in a different way now that...
Holistic outreach services offered to veterans
Jul. 17, 20190224 Press release Holistic Outreach for Veterans (HOV) will host its first event in Fluvanna County, offering holistic services free of charge to veterans. The group will meet at Salon DeShano Monday (July 22) from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Subsequent events will be held the fourth Monday of every month. HOV is a volunteer program for veterans...
Pickleball emphasizes fun, friendship and fitness
Jul. 17, 20190313 By Duncan Nixon Correspondent The United States of America Pickleball Association (USAPA) website claims that pickleball is the fastest growing game in America. The site reports that pickleball was invented in a backyard on a badminton court in 1965, and that there are now over 3 million players in the U.S. Pickleball is a game...
Sharks swim a mean backstroke
Jul. 17, 20190271 Submitted by Leann M. Mikesh The Lake Monticello Swim Team (LMST) Sharks took on the Hollymead Hammerheads in a July 10 away meet. Despite their loss to the Hammerheads, LMST had several swimmers place in the top three in many events. The Sharks took at least one of the top three places in 10 out of the 12 backstroke events. LMST...