Virginia could be next to redraw its congressional map. There's a redistricting referendum on the ballot April 21. If voters approve the plan and it survives a court challenge, Virginia Democrats would be in line for more U.S. House seats and that could help counter Republican gains made through mid-decade redistricting elsewhere. Virginia's new map would combine conservative rural areas with liberal suburbs and give Democrats a better shot in more congressional districts. Some voters welcome the chance to push back against President Donald Trump and Republicans in Washington. Others worry about being represented by Democrats unfamiliar with the needs of their communities.

The Louisa County Sheriffs Office received a bulletin from Rockingham County Sheriffs Office at approximately 5:30pm Saturday, advising to be on the lookout for Richard A. Hines, a 54 year-old-male who was said to be possibly suicidal and wanted out of their jurisdiction. An LCSO deputy observed the red Toyota pickup in the parking lot of the Trevilians Dollar General. Hines was found with the vehicle and taken into custody for the Rockingham County charges without incident. In searching the back of the vehicle, a bag containing items consistent with the making of Meth was located. This incident remains under investigation and anyone with any information is asked to call the Louisa County Sheriffs Office at (540)967-1234, or anonymously to the Louisa County Crime Solvers at (800)346-1466.

LOUISA CO., Va. – A minor 2.7 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Louisa, according to the United States Geological Survey. This isn’t too far from the 4.8 magnitude quake that happened in Mineral years ago. No damage or injuries were reported, as earthquakes of this magnitude tend to be weak. While it wasn’t felt in Roanoke, it was detected at the seismograph on Virginia Tech’s campus.