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Nepote talks about trees and wildlife
Aug. 1, 2024056 By Page H. GiffordCorrespondent Kathy Nepote, a tree steward with the Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards, talked to Lake Monticello members in June, focusing on the necessity of trees in our environment. The subject has been on the minds of the Lake Monticello Wildlife Committee for a few years, worrying that the disappearing...
Artist Mike McGurk talks about pastels
Aug. 1, 2024066 By Page H. GiffordCorrespondent Pastels have been seeing a surge in interest among artists at the Fluvanna Art Association. Pastel artist Mike McGurk, an award-winning artist, who studied at the Art League School of Alexandria, discussed his work and techniques with members at their monthly meeting on July 16. Reminiscent of artist...
Fluco fall sports schedule proves crowded
Aug. 1, 2024089 By Duncan NixonCorrespondence The Fluco fall sports schedule is crowded. Football, volleyball, cross country, field hockey and golf will be sharing the stage. Fluco football has an unusual schedule. Last year Mitchell Pace’s squad played six of its ten contests at home. In 2024, only four of ten will be at home and six will be...
New teachers gather for the start of the new school year
Aug. 1, 20240382 By Heather MichonCorrespondent With the start of the school year just two weeks away, Fluvanna County Public Schools held its annual teacher orientation breakfast at Fluvanna Middle School on Tuesday morning (July 30). About 27 new elementary, middle and high school teachers–ranging from veteran educators to recent...
Morris talks about the importance of training your dog
Jul. 25, 20240106 By Page H. GiffordCorrespondent Getting a dog is a lifelong commitment but is most rewarding. Yet, to appreciate the bond between the dog and human, having a well-trained dog secures the commitment. Local trainer Ashleigh Morris understands what it takes to overcome obstacles and have a relationship with our companion...
Despite best efforts, LMST falls to Charlottesville
Jul. 25, 2024089 Contributed by Amy Williams The Lake Monticello Swim Team (LMST) was set to host the City of Charlottesville Swordfish, for the final meet of the regular summer swim season, on Wednesday, July 17, but a slow moving thunderstorm would send families home before the meet even began. On Thursday, July 18th, the teams reconvened at the...