It’s an undeniable fact that Orange County has favored Republican candidates in presidential and congressional elections for decades. But the so-called “Blue Wave” that swept the country on Nov. 3 brought change even here.
It is notable that both Sen. Mark Warner and Rep. Eugene Vindman won majorities in the Orange County precincts in which Lake of the Woods residents cast their ballots.
The data from the 2026 General Election gives us the right to think of Lake of the Woods, not as “leans Red,” but as a true toss-up.
It’s the tireless and continuing work of you club members who have made this a reality. Thank you.
Election’s over, let’s party
Hundreds of thousands of Virginians have secured their votes by participating in early in-person voting and mail-in voting and many others will be at the precincts on Nov. 3. The Lake of the Woods Democratic Club has been working diligently for months to inform voters about their choices and to support their access to the polls.
Club members expect sweeping Democratic victories, but — win or not — they will celebrate their efforts with a social event Nov. 12 at the Clearwater Grill restaurant, 4276 Germanna Highway. The party will be from 6 to 8 p.m. and will include appetizers and a cash bar. Guests will be welcome to move to the dining room to order dinner after the event if they wish.
The event will take the place of the club’s regular monthly meeting at 1 p.m. in the LOW Community Center.
Throughout the election season, club members have volunteered their time and effort to distribute information about Democratic candidates and issues, to deliver yard signs to those who request them, to knock on doors and to make telephone calls in neighborhoods outside Lake of the Woods, to answer questions and encourage voters, and to organize opportunities for voters to meet our candidates and discuss the issues that are important to them.
These efforts have resulted in a local political climate that is clearly changing for the better and empowering citizens to insist on government that is responsive to their interests.
End of another great year
The much-anticipated annual Holiday Luncheon of the LOW Democratic Club will take place from noon to 2 p.m. on Dec. 10 at Kearney Pub at Old House Vineyards, 18351 Corkys Lane in Culpeper.
We are disappointed that Lt. Gov. Ghazala Hashmi, who had been confirmed as guest speaker for the event, will not attend due to responsibilities of her office.
The cost of the luncheon is $30 per person, which includes a plated entree with a side salad and dessert buffet as well as water and a self-service coffee bar. A cash bar will also be available.
Please select your choice of four available entrees at the time of registration.
Smoked Duck Salad — Field greens tossed with dried seasonal fruits, pickled red onions, crumled goat cheese, and toasted almonds
Roast Beef Crostini — Herb roasted and sliced over crostini with a caramelized onion and Old House Bacchanalia demi-glace served with a side house salad
Quiche — Homemade caramelized onion and gruyere quiche with a side house salad
Grilled Salmon — Grilled salmon, creamy polenta, superfood slaw and roasted red pepper sauce
All luncheonns include a Dessert Buffet of Assorted mini desserts: sea salt caramel brownies, lemon bars, pecan bars and chocolate chunk cookies.
Payment may be made online by clicking the “Pay Now” button below or by sending a check to P.O. Box 1351, Locust Grove, VA 22508. No payments will be accepted at the door per Old House catering policy.
Register early because we are limited by the venue to 75 guests.
If you pay online, be aware that the club will incur a transaction fee. Please consider offsetting this fee by paying by check or by including the fee with your payment.
LOW turns out to welcome Rep. Vindman
More than 100 Lake of the Woods voters turned out July 18 to welcome U.S. Rep. Eugene Vindman and to support his re-election as congressman from Virginia’s 7th District. The Congressman described his accomplishments during his first term and his plans for the future and answered questions on a variety of topics. The General Election is scheduled for Nov. 3.
Your 2027 club dues
