It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Anne Layton, who left this world on October 24, 2025, at the age of 83.
Born in Olean, New York, on September 20, 1942, to Walter and Anna Ziegler. Mary graduated from Olean High School before pursuing her dreams in nursing at the Arnot Odgen School of Nursing in...
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By Duncan NixonCorrespondent
The Fluvanna County volleyball squad demonstrated depth and tenacity on Oct. 30 when they topped the Patriots from Albemarle High three games to one in the Jefferson District play-off championship game. The Flucos finished the regular Jefferson District season in second place with an 11-3 record in...
Oct. 29, 2025023
Contributed by Dianne CampbellAs this year’s garden turns to seed, thoughts turn to planning for next spring – how to do it differently, how to do it better.
A great way to get started on more successful gardening outcomes is with the Fluvanna Extension Master Gardener training program. In addition, the program offers the...
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Press ReleaseThe Fluvanna Historical Society presented awards Oct. 19 to community groups and individuals at its annual meeting held this year at the historic Bremo Slave Chapel.
Incoming President Kathleen Kilpatrick said that the newly created recognition program is fittingly named in honor of long time President Marvin Moss...
Oct. 29, 2025084
Contributed by Mike FeazelNearly a half million dollars in much-needed capital spending in the past few months has made this year’s Lake Monticello Volunteer Fire & Rescue annual fund drive more important than ever, said board President John Lye.
“This was stuff we just had to do, but it was really expensive and all coming at...
Oct. 29, 20250101
By Page H. GiffordCorrespondent
The Fluvanna Art Association celebrated 50 years at the Ashlawn Clubhouse at Lake Monticello on Oct. 23. The well-attended event was catered and featured a large sheet cake, designed and donated by Food Lion, commemorating the 50th anniversary. The show's theme, All Around Fluvanna, included a...
Oct. 29, 2025099
Here is where to find assistance
By Heather MichonCorrespondent
Fluvanna County residents who rely on SNAP benefits could face delays in receiving their monthly payments if the ongoing federal government shutdown extends past Nov. 1.
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income families and individuals...
Donald (Don) W. Payne lived an active life with little idle time. In the early part of his high school senior year, Don joined the Navy and attended Naval Reserve meetings. He left for active duty after his graduation in 1966. Raised as a rural farm boy, he had never seen the ocean until he reported for duty. His previously...