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By Andy Bitter and Daniel Popper Jan 12, 2021 15 The Athletic projected the Chargers to use the No. 13 overall pick on Virginia Tech offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw. Virginia Tech beat writer Andy Bitter describes Darrisaw’s skill set, and Chargers beat writer Daniel Popper discusses why Darrisaw might be a fit in Los Angeles. What was Darrisaw to Virginia Tech? An overlooked high school prospect, Darrisaw was as steady as th...

Correspondent COVID, COVID, COVID was the word heard echoing throughout 2020. The pandemic was uppermost in our minds and influenced our thoughts and actions. It has affected us in many ways, prompting fear of the disease itself, economic instability, a growing political divide, and a belief by some that the pandemic doesn’t exist. Though 2020 will not be a year we want to remember, we will remember it in years to come because of its historical nature and ramifications. As of Jan. 3, there were nearly 750 cases and 11 deaths in Fluvanna related to COVID-19. It has wreaked havoc on small bus...

Correspondent Since the first local cases emerged this past spring, the virus has altered our everyday lives, cleared our calendars of community events, and added a spice of danger to even our most mundane daily errands. To date, nearly 700 Fluvanna residents have been diagnosed with the virus, 52 have been hospitalized, and nine have died. Very few of us will be sorry to put 2020 in the rearview mirror, but you can’t say it hasn’t been one for history books. So, before we ring in the New Year, let’s take one last (and maybe not-so-fond) look back. Rabies Before COVID-19, the community ...

Correspondent The Fluvanna Board of Supervisors met on Thursday (Dec. 17) after adjourning its Wednesday meeting due to the ice storm. County Administrator Eric Dahl thanked Fire & Rescue, E-911, VDOT, and both the Lake Monticello Police Department and maintenance department for so quickly clearing the roads of downed trees and debris in the aftermath of the storm. Staff bonuses One of the biggest items on the agenda was a state-mandated bonus for sworn sheriffs, deputies, and regional jail officers whose salaries are funded in part by the Virginia Compensation Board. At its special session i...

Virginia Tech recruiting: A look at the 2021 class on defense The Hokies prioritized length and athleticism. Share this story Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images The Virginia Tech Hokies signed 25 players last week during the early signing period. They will add two more when twin defensive backs Jayden and Jorden McDonald of nearby Salem High School sign in February. The Hokies will continue to monitor the transfer portal for additions to the 2021 class and recruits who did not sign during the early signing period. Last season, Virginia Tech added several key transfers via the portal, incl...