By Ruthann Carr, Correspondent
The first senior center in Fluvanna began in a private home near Dixie some 45 to 50 years ago, according to Faith Stuart’s research.
They now meet in four different locations throughout the county.
In a...
Jun. 28, 20180133By Page H. Gifford, Correspondent
Of all the painting mediums, water mediums seem to perplex artists who are new to it. They lament that the acrylics dry too quickly but that can be remedied with additives. The most challenging issue seems to be watercolor and mastering the skills and techniques. On June 16, artist Troy Weidenheimer...
Jun. 28, 20180326Contributed by Karen Miller
The Lake Monticello Swim Team’s (LMST) June 20 meet against the City of Charlottesville Swordfish was rained out, but that definitely hasn’t dampened their spirit. The Sharks are off to an amazing start this season and enjoying an ever-growing team, up to 151 registered swimmers now, with enthusiasm and...
Jun. 28, 20180244Submitted by Amy Williams
In their first scored swim meet of the season, the Fluvanna Aquatic Sports Team (FAST) Makos faced off against the Elks in Charlottesville June 19.
A strong thunderstorm rolled in just as FAST took to the pool for warm ups, requiring everyone to leave the pool deck. Parents, coaches and swimmers waited out...
Jun. 28, 20180307Submitted by Rob Silverman
Last weekend, Lake Monticello Karate Academy (LMKA) had 20 athletes compete at the SC Open in Greenville, S.C. The national qualifying tournament is a great measuring stick for Shihan Robert Silverman to see where his athletes are as they prepare for the USA National Championships and Team Trials in July....
Jun. 21, 2018090By Christina Dimeo
Editor
How to handle pay raises and cost of living increases for brand new county employees has been a continual topic of discussion for the Fluvanna County Board of Supervisors.
Wednesday evening (June 20) supervisors decided that employees who have been on board for four months or longer will be eligible for...
Jun. 21, 20180643By Heather Michon, Correspondent
On the night of April 29, 2017, the Fluvanna County Sheriff’s Office responded to calls of an armed man firing into a neighboring home in a small cul-de-sac near Scottsville.
Seven long hours later, Fluvanna deputies and the Virginia State Police were able to place Joe Kain Roach, Jr. under arrest...
Jun. 21, 20180866By Ruthann Carr, Correspondent
After finding bones, pottery sherds, and fire-cracked quartz dating as far back as 1200 B.C., Circa-Cultural Resource Management (CCRM) recommends further study of the proposed pump station and water line near the confluence of the James and Rivanna Rivers.
Point of Fork, the land between the two...