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Judge hears testimony in women’s prison lawsuit
Jun. 28, 20180592 By Heather Michon, Correspondent The longstanding crisis of medical care at Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women (FCCW) was the subject of a lengthy hearing in federal court in Charlottesville last week, the latest chapter in ongoing litigation between prisoners and state officials to improve care at the facility. Representatives...
Woman sentenced in sex crime against relative
Jun. 28, 201801340 By Heather Michon, Correspondent A Palmyra woman was sentenced Friday (June 22) for her role in a sex crime against a member of her own family. Janet M. Bollinger was arrested in August 2017 and pleaded guilty in March 2018 to two counts each of aggravated sexual battery by force or threat, sex trafficking of a minor, and cruelty...Four Fluvanna centers welcome county’s seniors
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 neat room with tables and comfortable dining chairs in the Fork Union building on Route 15,...
What not to do in watercolor
Jun. 28, 20180138 By 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...
Sharks snag spirit title
Jun. 28, 20180338 Contributed 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...
Makos beat Elks in fast-paced meet
Jun. 28, 20180253 Submitted 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...
Athletes medal in karate
Jun. 28, 20180327 Submitted 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....
Four-month county employees eligible for pay increases
Jun. 21, 2018095 By 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...