Apr. 23, 20250102
By Page H. GiffordCorrespondent
On Wednesday, May 7, at 7 p.m., the Friends of the Library welcomes a five-piece combo from the 80-member Charlottesville Municipal Band to perform at its annual Friends Cafe at the Fluvanna County Public Library. All are welcome to attend.
Steve Layman, CMB's musical director, will lead the...
Apr. 18, 20250164
By Heather MichonCorrespondentTeacher health was in the spotlight at this month’s School Board meeting on Wednesday night (April 9).
More specifically, board members wrestled with how the district pays for teacher health.
Like many districts, Fluvanna County Public Schools (FCPS) maintains a “sick bank.” Staff members who...
Apr. 18, 2025076
Contributed by Gerald HarlowWhen the United States began mobilizing for WWII, two of the Hamm boys from the Ferncliff and Kents Store area were pressed into service. Stanley and Linwood (“Lin”) were called to serve in the Army, and both were sent to Europe. Tech 5 Stanley Hamm of the 113th Cavalry Group (mechanized) was severely...
Apr. 18, 20250499
By Heather MichonCorrespondent
The Fluvanna County Board of Supervisors met on Wednesday (April 9) for a public hearing on the equalized real estate tax rate.
Director of Finance Tori Melton told the supervisors that the total assessed value of real property had increased by 22.5 percent in the biannual assessment. However, some...
Apr. 18, 2025031
CVEC press releaseCentral Virginia Electric Cooperative (CVEC) proudly announces that George Goin has renewed the esteemed Director Gold Certification from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). This is the highest honor in cooperative board leadership, recognizing directors who continue to enhance their knowledge...
Apr. 18, 20250114
By Page H. GiffordCorrespondent
On April 26, at 7 p.m., Carysbrook Performing Arts Center will present Dirty Barbie, a one-woman show written and performed by Denise Stewart. It is a raw, spicy, hilarious expose of her personal journey through life. As Stewart uncovers her vulnerability with humor and finesse, the audience begins to...
Apr. 18, 20250129
Contributed by Mike Feazel
The Lake Monticello Community Foundation board voted unanimously Wednesday (April 9) to work with the Lake Monticello Owners Association to install a floating swim platform and a wood-like mobility mat to make it easier for those with mobility issues to access the beach and docks.
The platform and mat,...
Apr. 18, 2025078
Win at Highland SpringsBy Duncan NixonCorrespondent
The Fluvanna County boys lacrosse team hosted The James Monroe High Yellowjackets from Fredericksburg on April 11. It was an even match-up. Unfortunately, the Monroe team was able to hold the ball at the end of the game and slowly pass it around outside as the clock ran down. They...