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Jan 4, 2025 · Hikers prepare for a hike in Mint Springs on a cold December morning. From left: Mary Dreyer, Eleanor Rizzo, Hanadi Al-Samma, Nirmala Sharma, Audrey Yeatmen, Elizabeth Williams, Adam Seroka, Bob Harris, Solange Pipon, Andy Summers, AJ Sharma, Joanne McCumber, Caitlin Murtaugh.

Nov 8, 2024 · While presenting an August report about state permitting hurdles that the Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority (RWSA) faces when managing the county’s water supply, Chief of Engineering Jennifer Whitaker relayed some unexpected news about the Beaver Creek Reservoir, which provides all of Crozet’s water needs.

Oct 4, 2024 · Rowing may be something not everyone following Western Albemarle High School sports thinks about as the practice sessions are held off-campus at Beaver Creek reservoir and the competitions are held out of town and out of state most of the time.

Dec 7, 2024 · Christmas trees are now available in the parking lot across from Sal’s Pizza and Fisher’s Auto Parts. Photo: Malcolm Andrews. In his introduction, Peer wrote that Christmas tree farming shares some things in common with timber production, but the rotations are much shorter than timber rotations.

Jan 3, 2025 · Coyotes Belong Here I was disheartened to read the article condemning coyotes in the December Gazette. I want to speak up for the misunderstood canines and remind the Crozet citizens that these animals are a part of our native ecosystem and they belong here.

Jan 4, 2025 · What would Christmas be without the Nutcracker Ballet? It serves as every aspiring ballet dancer’s rite of passage. The whimsical story—with its lavish Christmas party, dreamlike plot, journey through enchanted lands, and showcasing of world cultures—has long epitomized the joy and magic of Christmas.

Oct 4, 2024 · More than 500 spectators attended the Crozet Car Show at Pollak Vineyards September 21. The 91 cars entered into the event ranged from antiques from the early 1900s to current-model supercars.

Jan 2, 2025 · At its December 17 meeting, the Albemarle County Planning Commission largely agreed with those Crozet residents who oppose more housing development unless it’s accompanied by supporting infrastructure such as roads and sidewalks.

Oct 4, 2024 · A proposal to double the size of Crozet’s Beaver Hill Mobile Home Community (MHC) was submitted to Albemarle County planners in August. Located on 47 acres on the north side of Rt. 240 across from the Highlands neighborhood, Beaver Hill has been established on that site since 1965, predating much of the surrounding development.