Writing and tweeting about local government in Louisa, Virginia. Check out my Engage Louisa newsletter on Substack.
Louisa, Virginia
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Tammy Purcell retweeted
Current Virginia Read:
1-3 pts bluer statewide than 2025
VA-5 is a ? b/c I don't have Campbell and some NC border counties but I think I'd rather be McGuire if you had to pin me atm
VA-1 ~1% bluer
VA-2 ~1-1.5% bluer
Tammy Purcell retweeted
Friday's here!! When you're ready to plan for next week, here's a listing of spots where you may encounter road work: bit.ly/4hgvI8W
Enjoy the weekend and stay safe.
ALT Map highlighting the Culpeper District in Virginia with a note about the Weekly Traffic Alert. The area is marked in purple, while the rest of the state is in blue. The VDOT logo is in the bottom right corner.
Tammy Purcell retweeted
VIRGINIA: Which member of the Virginia General Assembly are you closest to?
Take our 20-question quiz looking at bills from this year's session. How would you vote?
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Tammy Purcell retweeted
This is wild
Incumbent Republican Rep. John McGuire says he won't debate Democratic challenger Tom Perriello until he says he's sorry he accused him of insider trading. dailyprogress.com/news/local…
Tammy Purcell retweeted
The @VirginiaDWR board voted 6-4 today to raise hunting and fishing license fees effective Oct. 1. Board members said they don't want to raise fees but have no other choice in order to repay the $6.9 million loan the agency took out from the state. richmond.com/news/state-regi…
Tammy Purcell retweeted
Pipe replacement work will close part of Route 767 (School Bus Rd) in #Louisa for one week beginning Aug. 17. Through traffic will follow a signed detour via Rt. 22/208 (Davis Hwy) and Rt. 33 (Jefferson Hwy) through Aug. 21, weather permitting. More info: bit.ly/4hBO2uO
ALT A map of roads east of the town of Louisa showing a closure on School Bus Road near Laura Creek Road, with a detour via Davis Highway and Jefferson Highway.
Tammy Purcell retweeted
Traffic alert @LouisaCountyVA: Drivers on I-64 WB near mile marker 131.5 can expect delays due to a tractor-trailer crash. Please use caution and avoid the area if possible.
Tammy Purcell retweeted
I spoke with a Dominion VP about the merger with NextEra to get some clarity about what benefits it could bring to ratepayers. The company officially filed their arguments with the SCC -- starting the 6mo process. #valeg #vagov
virginiamercury.com/2026/07/…
Tammy Purcell retweeted
522/Zachary Taylor Highway is closed down from Chopping Road south to Hensley Road due to brush fire. Estimated reopening in approximately one hour. alrt.se/u/j55xTNs0Jr1
Tammy Purcell retweeted
The House budget proposal is out hac.virginia.gov/conference-…
Tammy Purcell retweeted
LOUISA: Expect delays on Route 15 near W. Green Springs Road due to an overturned tractor trailer. VDOT area headquarters crews are en route to assist with traffic control. Motorists should follow police direction on scene.
@LouisaCoSheriff @CBS19News @CentralVa_News @29NewsWVIR
Tammy Purcell retweeted
I'm a big fan of reporters including a reference within their articles to their #FOIA requests. But if I could ask a favor: Can you actually say "FOIA" (or spelled out) instead of "records request" or some other shorthand?
Let people know about the tool itself.
Tammy Purcell retweeted
Virginia’s leaders remain far apart on a state budget deal, with the negotiations and disagreements increasingly spilling into public view.
virginiascope.com/spanberger…
Tammy Purcell retweeted
Due to cases of kennel cough, the Louisa County Animal Shelter will suspend dog intake until the cases are successfully treated. The public may still adopt dogs by appointment only during this time. alrt.se/u/mOOzTAsQpoo
Tammy Purcell retweeted
Traffic alert @LouisaCountyVA All NB & SB lanes of Rt. 700 (Mica Rd) near Pendleton Rd & US-522N/S are closed at this hour due to police activity. Please avoid the area. @CentralVa_News @LouisaCoSheriff @DailyProgress @29NewsWVIR @CBS19News
Tammy Purcell retweeted
Reminder ⤵️ This rescheduled work on Mica Road in Louisa Co. is expected to begin at 8am on Tuesday, May 12, weather permitting.
TRAFFIC ALERT UPDATE @LouisaCountyVA Crews began work this morning on Mica Road, but due to forecasted rain this afternoon, the remainder of the work has been rescheduled for May 12. May 13 is the backup date.
Tammy Purcell retweeted
Not a legal mind so please read this lawyers and tell us what it means vacourts.gov/static/opinions…