Apr. 25, 20240164
By Duncan NixonCorrespondent
Thanks to soccer legend Pele, soccer is often referred to as “the beautiful game.” The phrase probably come from goals scored due to wonderful pass work by the offence. Even though soccer is the most popular game worldwide, it has never caught on in the United States. Few sports fans know the names of...
Apr. 17, 20240247
By Heather MichonCorrespondent
The question of charter schools again dominated the Fluvanna County School Board's monthly meeting on Wednesday (April 8).
Charter schools are alternative programs that operate outside the regular public school system.
Unlike tuition-based private schools, charter schools receive their...
Apr. 17, 20240223
By Page H. GiffordCorrespondent
For those over 55 and living in Fluvanna who say there isn't much to do except play golf, pickle ball, or cards, there’s a new thing to do. Peggy Shanklin saw a need and started a new group called Silver and Gold.
"I recognized a gap in services for older individuals who still desire to be active...
Apr. 17, 20240216
By Duncan NixonCorrespondent
A signing ceremony at which a high school senior signs a commitment letter to continue to compete in college in his or her sport is always a happy event. The athlete is normally surrounded by family and his or her coach is usually on handle. A host of friends are usually looking on and cheering. Imagine...
Apr. 17, 20240245
By Matthew GreshamFluvanna High School journalist
The Fluvanna County High School speech team took home its sixth state championship in eight years on March 23 at Dominion High School.
1st: Kessler Potter, Extemporaneous Speaking;
1st: Amina Seiden, Original Oratory;
1st: Angela Cumiskey, Poetry;
1st: Townes Mullinex and...
Apr. 11, 20240225
By Harvey SorumCorrespondent
Are both of you natives of Fluvanna County? If not, why did you choose to live in Fluvanna County?
We moved to the area in 2013 from Richmond for the sole reason of becoming owners of Jefferson Pharmacy. We knew very little about Fluvanna County before we moved here but are so happy that we...
Apr. 11, 20240205
By Heather MichonCorrespondent
Several graduates of the Fluvanna Leadership Development Program (FLDP), including retired Fork Union Supervisor Mozell Booker, took to the podium Wednesday evening (April 3) to encourage the Board of Supervisors to support their request for funding in the 2025 budget.
The program was established in...