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Nelson County Fiscal Court approves clerk settlement, K9 purchases and resolution backing jail funding bill At its March 3 meeting, the Nelson County Fiscal Court accepted a county clerk excess-fee settlement of $705,006.81, approved K9 purchases (one funded by the Commonwealth attorney, one with opioid funds), backed a resolution urging passage of House Bill 557 to increase jail funding, and authorized up to $15,000 to hire a lobbying firm for an industrial park effort.

1 month ago

Nelson County Fiscal Court just approved a massive $705,000 settlement and secured funding for K9 units, all while pushing for crucial jail funding legislation!

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Nelson County fiscal court approves grant-backed skid steer, advances zoning reading and reviews election plans At its Feb. 17 meeting the Nelson County Fiscal Court accepted a $76,000 grant-funded skid steer bid to boost recycling operations, approved the second reading of a multi-jurisdiction zoning text, heard an elections update about early voting sites and hours, accepted bills and transfers, and approved a part‑time road‑department hire.

1 month ago

Nelson County is set to boost its recycling efforts with a $76,000 grant for a new skid steer, while also advancing zoning regulations and improving election accessibility for voters.

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Nelson County asks state to name Woodlawn Road bridge approaches for Crystal Rogers and Tommy Ballard Nelson County Fiscal Court voted Feb. 17 to ask state legislators to prefile joint resolutions naming the westbound approach to Bridge 090B00086 the Crystal Rogers Memorial Bridge and the eastbound approach the Tommy Ballard Memorial Bridge; the Ballard family attended the meeting.

1 month ago

Nelson County takes a heartfelt step forward by proposing to honor Crystal Rogers and Tommy Ballard with memorial bridges, shining a light on a family's tragic story.

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Nelson County Fiscal Court approves sheriff's 2026 budget, maximum pay order amid objections Nelson County Fiscal Court voted to accept the sheriff's proposed 2026 budget and a maximum pay order despite the sheriff's objections to how some line items were presented and uncertainty about a complete vote tally in the record.

2 months ago

In a contentious meeting, the Nelson County Fiscal Court accepted the sheriff's 2026 budget proposal despite his strong objections to missing details and incomplete line items.

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Wild Growth Solar project update: construction now targeted for 2028; company cites interconnection and field studies Wild Growth Solar told the Nelson County Board Dec. 9 the 90 MW project’s construction start is targeted for September 2028 and commercial operation November 2029 because of utility interconnection timing; presenters described wetland delineation, historic mining features and commitments to vegetative buffers and local workforce training.

3 months ago

The Wild Growth Solar project is set to power up Nelson County with a 90-megawatt facility starting construction in 2028, but significant design changes and local training initiatives are on the horizon!

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Health district identifies transportation, food access and mental health as top priorities for Nelson County A new community health assessment for Nelson County found chronic conditions, mental health and social drivers such as transportation, food access and low incomes are primary obstacles to better outcomes; health officials proposed a 2025–2028 community health improvement plan and asked the county to support implementation and grant programs.

4 months ago

A groundbreaking community health assessment reveals alarming disparities in Nelson County, highlighting urgent needs in chronic conditions, mental health, and access to essential resources.

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Regional economic update: CVPED highlights AstraZeneca announcement and new innovation corridor Central Virginia Partnership for Economic Development briefed the board on regional business activity, including an AstraZeneca announcement, data‑center growth in neighboring counties, and a new Central Virginia Innovation Corridor strategic roadmap that CVPED says could create opportunities for Nelson County businesses and workforce initiatives.

4 months ago

Central Virginia is buzzing with economic potential, and Nelson County stands to gain from exciting developments like the AstraZeneca announcement and a new innovation corridor!

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Nelson supervisors push staff to scale down Piney River rate hikes, ask for revised ordinance in December After staff proposed multi‑year increases that would more than double some bills over four years, supervisors directed staff to return a revised Piney River water and sewer ordinance reflecting smaller, predictable increases (a working consensus at 7% annually) and to bring the amended ordinance back for the board’s December meeting.

4 months ago

Nelson County supervisors are rethinking drastic water and sewer rate hikes that could more than double residents' bills, aiming for smaller, more manageable increases instead.

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Armstrong‑Oak Grove regional jail data: fewer young arrestees, more felony bookings and a 19% local recidivism rate, presenter says A data presentation to the Nelson County Board of Supervisors reviewed 10 years of jail intake and booking trends from Armstrong‑Oak Grove Regional Jail, noting declines in younger arrestees, increases in some felony categories and a county recidivism estimate of about 19% over a multi‑year window.

5 months ago

Nelson County is witnessing a dramatic shift in jail trends: while young arrestees are declining, felony bookings are on the rise, with a striking local recidivism rate of 19%.

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Nelson County reviews Larkin Phase 1 water options: Dillard Creek withdrawal or drilled wells County consultants presented a technical evaluation of water supply options for the Larkin Phase 1 project, comparing a surface-water withdrawal from Dillard Creek with multiple groundwater wells and estimating permitting, capital and operating costs, reliability risks and next steps.

5 months ago

Nelson County is weighing the pros and cons of tapping into Dillard Creek for water versus drilling multiple wells as it plans the critical Larkin Phase 1 development.

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Piney River Residents Voice Concerns Over New Section 8 Duplexes in County Meeting Community members express concerns about transparency and criteria for new duplex development.

6 months ago

Residents of Piney River took the stage to voice their concerns over new Section 8 duplexes, demanding transparency in local governance.

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Department of Social Services reports on child protective service referrals in August Agency updates reflect 23 referrals, 15 validated, and 4 assigned for investigation.

6 months ago

The Nelson County Department of Social Services reveals a proactive 65% acceptance rate in child protective service referrals, highlighting their commitment to safeguarding vulnerable children.

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Nelson County Board Approves Appointments to Library and Java Advisory Committees Board members confirm Marsha McDuffie and Carl Stellweg for key committee positions.

6 months ago

The Nelson County Board of Supervisors has made pivotal appointments to enhance community governance, with Marsha McDuffie joining the Library Committee and Carl Stellweg reappointed to the Java Advisory Council.

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Students Propose Nelson County Sister City Initiative to Foster International Relations Braden Murphy and Oden Clark propose a sister city program to enhance cultural connections.

6 months ago

Nelson County is poised to bridge cultures and foster international ties with an exciting new sister city initiative proposed by local students!

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Nelson County Board Approves Changes to Purchasing Procedures and Policies The board adopted ordinance O 20 25 dash O 8 to update purchasing thresholds.

6 months ago

Tensions rise in Nelson County as residents voice concerns over the proposed Roseland Apartments, while the Board of Supervisors takes a bold step to modernize purchasing procedures.

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Local Council Considers Future of Plastic Recycling Program Amid Cost Concerns Council discusses recycling costs and potential landfill issues for plastic waste management.

6 months ago

Nelson County's recycling program is under fire as shocking revelations reveal that most plastics end up in landfills instead of being recycled.

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Charles Datt addresses groundwater concerns linked to septic issues near Willow Springs Charles Datt discusses his septic system problems affecting groundwater near Willow Springs.

6 months ago

Residents of Nelson County are raising urgent concerns about a proposed zoning change that could threaten local groundwater safety and property management.

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Night Shift Staffing Concerns Arise at Local Event Center Amid Uncertainty Staffing levels remain low at the event center and corporate office, raising concerns.

6 months ago

Concerns about dwindling night shift staffing and the future of local businesses are shaking the foundation of Nelson County's economy.

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Community Opposition Emerges Against Long Steel Distillery Petition in New Oak Residents voice concerns about Long Steel's operations and the validity of their employment claims.

6 months ago

A heated debate erupts in Nelson County as community voices clash over a controversial zoning change that could reshape the future of the A1-PUD area.

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Residents Oppose Rezoning for Distillery Development on Monks Road Community members challenge proposed zoning changes citing traffic and safety concerns.

6 months ago

Residents in Nelson County are rallying against a controversial zoning change that threatens their rural landscape and safety on local roads.

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Residents Oppose New Development Due to Traffic and Water Access Concerns Community voices concerns over traffic, septic, and fire safety issues from proposed 13-home cluster.

6 months ago

Residents of Nelson County are raising alarm bells over a proposed 13-home development that could jeopardize road safety and emergency response in their tight-knit community.

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Local Residents Raise Concerns Over New Development's Impact on Groundwater and Septic Systems Residents question groundwater safety near proposed development with multiple septic systems.

6 months ago

Local residents are sounding the alarm over a proposed development that could jeopardize their groundwater and septic systems, raising crucial environmental concerns at the recent Nelson Fiscal Court meeting.

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Residents Oppose Proposed Subdivision in Rural New Smytheville Area Homeowners express concerns about septic systems, traffic, and safety of new developments.

6 months ago

Residents in Nelson County are raising alarm bells over a proposed zoning change that could threaten their rural community's safety and environment.

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Residents Oppose Proposed 13 Acre Subdivision in Walter Ball Area Community members express concerns over infrastructure and zoning for new subdivision project.

6 months ago

Residents in Nelson County are raising alarms over a proposed 13-acre subdivision, citing inadequate infrastructure and a threat to their rural way of life.

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Residents Oppose Dan Distillery Zoning Change in Nelson County Hearing Local residents express concerns over potential zoning changes related to Dan Distillery.

6 months ago

Residents in Nelson County are rallying against a proposed zoning change that could threaten their rural community's character and infrastructure.

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