Oct. 23, 20250103
Contributed by Mike FeazelLake Monticello’s first annual Pickle With Purpose pickleball tournament Saturday drew 42 happy players from the Lake, around central Virginia and as far away as Harrisonburg, raising money to benefit the community service projects of the Lake Monticello Community Foundation.
Players complimented...
Oct. 23, 20250191
By Heather MichonCorrespondent
It may only be October, but the Fluvanna County Board of Supervisors is already looking ahead to 2026.
On Wednesday (Oct. 15), they spent some time looking at legislative priorities that might impact Fluvanna County during the coming General Assembly session in January, outlining concerns ranging...
Oct. 23, 20250130
By Heather MichonCorrespondent
Fluvanna County Public Schools (FCPS) officials say rising costs for pay, health insurance, and special education are likely to drive a challenging budget cycle heading into Fiscal Year 2027, even as enrollment edges higher and state funding remains unpredictable.
During the budget seminar on Tuesday...
Oct. 23, 20250120
By Page H. GiffordCorrespondent
John D. Lyons will discuss his mystery novel, Arcadia, with Friends of the Library on Nov. 5 at 10 a.m. Lyons taught French and Italian film and literature for half a century at Dartmouth College and the University of Virginia. He is the author of ten books, including Before Imagination and Tragedy and...
Oct. 23, 2025087
Contributed by Mike Feazel
Preparations are underway for Lake Monticello’s fifth annual Festival of Trees, Dec. 5 and 6 at the Ashlawn Clubhouse. Again, the Festival of Trees will feature free visits and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, beautifully decorated trees brimming with valuable gifts provided by local businesses, and a...
Oct. 23, 2025092
By Duncan NixonCorrespondent
There was never any doubt. Playing before a large and enthusiastic home crowd, the Fluvanna High football team won its third straight game decisively. The Flucos won the coin toss before the game and elected to receive. Senior wide receiver Tramayne Minor had a strong kick return bringing the ball out to...
Oct. 15, 20250364
Defers key actions for 90 days
By Heather MichonCorrespondent
Following weeks of increasing public concerns about energy giant Tenaksa’s plan to build a second gas-fired electrical power station near Scottsville, the Fluvanna County Planning Commission finally had an opportunity to weigh in at its monthly meeting on Tuesday...