Jul. 17, 20250205
By Heather MichonCorrespondentFluvanna County School Board members spent some time at its recent meeting focusing on the district’s cell phone policy in light of a Virginia Department of Education directive to restrict student cell phone use as much as possible during the school day. The board met on July 9.
They were skeptical...
Jul. 17, 2025084
By Duncan NixonCorrespondentThe Fluco Spring sports teams performed well this year and understandably a number of athletes were recognized for outstanding performances in the Jefferson District and at the Region level.
In soccer, a rising senior, Brady Crisp was named Class 3 Player of the Year for his excellent work on defense for...
Jul. 17, 20250149
By Heather MichonCorrespondent
Thinking of splashing around in the Rivanna this summer? Don’t.
The Rivanna Conservation Alliance conducts weekly water testing along the river in both Albemarle and Fluvanna counties during the summer months.
They are looking for e.coli, a bacteria common in animal and human waste. Heavy...
Jul. 17, 20250123
By Heather MichonCorrespondent
A Scottsville man arrested in late June on charges of aggravated sexual battery and indecent liberties with a child under 13 was denied bond in Fluvanna County Circuit Court on Friday (July 11), despite being granted bond in a similar case in Albemarle County this spring.
Brett Larose surrendered...
James Quentin Grant, 80, of Lake Monticello, formerly of Sullivan, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. He passed following complications from an injury he sustained.
Jim graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in Food Science and began his professional journey with Del Monte. His...
Jul. 17, 2025095
Press ReleaseThe newest Habitat home- its 29th built in Fluvanna - was officially dedicated on Sunday, June 29. The ceremony took place at the Lake Monticello Volunteer Fire and Rescue Station down the street from the home at Houchens Place community off South Boston Road. The event was well attended by family, community leaders and...
We are saddened by the loss of Ruby Louise (Glenn) Schumaker, of Palmyra, Virginia, who left us on the morning of Sunday, July 6, 2025, at the age of 98. She passed away peacefully after a valiant struggle with cancer for the fifth time.
Born January 21, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Sadie Swortzel Glenn and George...
Jul. 17, 2025056
By Page H. GiffordCorrespondent
You can find them everywhere. At Happy Tails, Local Eats, Michie Tavern, Cunningham Creek Winery, and as far away as Gordonsville, Salem, Virginia Beach, and Roanoke. Paw Paw’s Wholesome Homemade Dog Treats are all-natural dog treats lovingly baked by owner David Hawks.
With his 11-year-old lab...