Rob Bell

Happy second birthday to our Tina dog!

Robbie and I had great time last night at the Fluvanna County Fair! (With the nice weather, it felt like the entire County was there.) Thank you to all the volunteers who helped put it together.

Ev and Jessica are away, and Robbie decided we would have a "boys' night" -- so pizza, unwashed dishes in the sink, and a bad 80s action movie!

Today I announced that I will not be seeking re-election to the General Assembly.

I thank the voters who allowed me to represent them in Richmond for the last 22 sessions. I'm also profoundly grateful that my family has allowed me to serve. None of this would have been possible without Jessica's amazing support.

I also appreciate everyone's help in getting bills passed. Time after time during my tenure, constituents shared their ideas with me and came to the Capitol to testify for the bills we came up with. With their hard work, we've been able to pass laws on issues like drunk driving and bullying in schools. These successes would not have been possible without them.

Working in the General Assembly has been an extraordinary honor. Thank you, again.

So sorry to hear that Ken Boyd has passed away. Ken was a loving husband to Brenda, a principled and thoughtful leader in Albemarle, and a trusted source of advice for anyone who needed it. We will all miss him very much. RIP, my friend.

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Great article today about former Hoo, Anthony Gill. We met him once in Charlottesville and he couldn't have been nicer to some very young fans.

How does an NBA team build culture? For the Wizards, it starts with the last man. The 30-year-old forward has averaged 9.8 minutes per game during his three-season career in Washington, but he fills an indelible role.

Today was the funeral for Vic Pena. Vic was a retired Army Colonel, a devoted husband to his wife Ilse, and a generous friend to all who knew him. RIP.

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Turns out that there are five (!) Fluvanna dogs in today's puppy bowl: Allison, Cheeky Tinker, Julius, Kayden, and Velma (a great Dane, of course):

Five Puppy Bowl competitors hail from Fluvanna County Sunday's three-hour show will be filled with adoption stories and information about the 67 shelters and rescues from which this year's 122 puppies hail. This year's lineup includes a feature

Evie visited me at the Capitol, sat in my chair, and chatted with Speaker Gilbert (who has known her since she was a baby). She especially enjoyed me getting roasted for picking U.Va to beat Tech in the recent basketball game: https://www.wdbj7.com/2023/02/11/rivalry-between-hokies-hoos-extends-house-floor/

Today met with a group of U.Va doctors who were at the Capitol to speak in favor of my bill to address threats to medical workers. You can read it here: https://bit.ly/3XfgRQa.

Last night, Fluvanna County Commonwealth'a Attorney Jeff Haislip testified in support of the sexual extortion bill. https://lis.virginia.gov/cgi-bin/legp604.exe?231+sum+HB2398. Thank you -- the bill passed subcommittee 8-0.

Check out June, rescued from the Envigo facility ... and now headed to the puppy bowl!

Virginia puppy from the Envigo breeding facility to compete on Puppy Bowl A Virginia puppy rescued from the Envigo breeding facility is ready for her close-up on this year’s Puppy Bowl.

20 years ago today, Robbie was born (at the old Martha Jefferson Hospital). Now he's all grown up and I couldn't be prouder of the man he has become! Happy Birthday, big guy!

Great to see local 4-H kids when they visited the Capitol.

As in the past, I have decorated my office in Richmond with student artwork from schools in our community. This is definitely appreciated by those of us in the building -- thank you to all our young artists! Baker-Butler Elementary School PTO , Ruckersville Elementary School , Stony Point Elementary School , Albemarle High School PTSO , Albemarle High School , Fluvanna County Middle School , Fluvanna Middle School PTO .

Yesterday at Wintergreen tubing park with the kids...

Today, Evie and I checked out the winter wonderland at frozen Crabtree Falls!

Hope you're enjoying Christmas Day!

Merry Christmas to you and yours!

Today is Tina's "gotcha" day -- the day we brought her home a year ago. She has had 12 months to steal shoes, hog the sofa, and destroy "indestructible" squeaky toys!

So sorry to hear of the death of Delegate Ronnie Campbell. He was a public servant who worked as a State Trooper, County Supervisor, and State Delegate. Please keep his wife Ellen and his family in your prayers.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to the Virginia State Police Association (VSPA) Emergency Fund. If you would like to do so, note "Ronnie Campbell" in the memo line and send the check to:

Virginia State Police Association – ERF
6944 Forest Hill Avenue
Richmond, VA 23225

It was only a few years ago today that Jessica was born in Upper Marlboro, Maryland! Robbie, Evie, and I wish you a happy birthday!

Congratulations to new judge David Barredo, who held his investiture last night in front of his family, colleagues, and friends. Special appreciation to his son David, who played the saxophone, and daughter Hallie, who shared her very personal appreciation of her honorable dad!

Yesterday I got to attend a practice of (and present a commending resolution to) the state championship Fluvanna forensics team. Looking forward to another exciting season! Fluvanna County High School, FLUCOS.

Every year to work up an appetite, Evie and I go for a hike in the woods behind our house. We all wish you a very happy Thanksgiving!

Thank you, all veterans! Special appreciation to my dad, Bob Bell, who served for 28 years in the Seabees. Check out these pictures -- can you guess where the second one was taken?

Nice to see everyone at the Veterans Day Ceremony today at Lane Auditorium. Thanks to American Legion Post 74 for putting the program together and the CHS band for the inspiring music.

Congratulations to new Juvenile and Domestic Relations judge Areshini Pather, who was sworn in today.

It was fun to see everybody at the Virginia Institute of Autism trunk or treat today. Big thanks to the staff and volunteers who pulled it together for the students. Happy Halloween!

Yesterday in Nelson County we celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Waltons television show. We were joined by Wendy Hoffman (Earl Hamner's niece) and Reen Christie Bula, who played John-Boy's first girlfriend. Many thanks to hosts Carole Johnson, owner of the John and Olivia's B&B and Richard Roberts, director of the Walton's Mountain Museum.

Today I was a guest judge for the pumpkin decorating contest at Carysbrook Elementary. Check these out!

Robbie made his first real purchase with his own money, and is now the proud owner of a brand new chromebook!

14 years ago, Evie was born at Martha Jeff in Charlottesville. She has become a young woman who is fearless, insightful, kind, and funny. We are all so proud of you -- Happy Birthday!

Good news from blood pressure researchers at U.Va.:

UVA Health discovers ways to target blood pressure Researchers with the University of Virginia School of Medicine say they’ve found a new way to regulate blood pressure.

Please meet my new nephew, Thaddeus Leo Bunch! So happy for Missy, Tyler and his two big sisters, Annabelle and Clara!

Hurricane Ian is expected to reach Virginia on tomorrow. For preparation tips, you can visit: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/news/public-relations-contacts/severe-weather-preparedness/hurricane-safety/

If you experience a power outage, you can reach customer service for your specific provider below:

Dominion Power: 866-366-4357.
Appalachian Power: 800-956-4237.
Rappahannock Electric Co-Op: 800-552-3904.
Central Virginia Electric Co-Op: 800-367-2832.

Hurricane Safety - Newsroom It is best to prepare for a hurricane is well before the start of hurricane season, which begins June 1 and continues through Nov. 30 each year. This year there are additional considerations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are several steps you can take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe t...

You may have seen these new lights/signs at intersections around town. VDOT's explanation is here:https://www.virginiadot.org/projects/resources/NorthernVirginia/Flashing_Yellow_Arrow_General_Information.pdf

Today, the Behavioral Health Commission members visited the new CHKD Pediatric Mental Health Hospital in Norfolk. Enormous work and thought has gone into ensuring that it is a welcoming facility, and once it opens it will provide inpatient and outpatient care to thousands of young people in need. Many thanks to the staff and and hospital supporters who will make this possible.

Sorry to hear that Judge Roger Morton passed away. In court, he was always respectful, decent, and helped teach a whole generation of Central Virginia lawyers how to try cases. He will be missed by so many. RIP.

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Sorry to hear that Duane Snow passed away. He was a former supervisor and business leader, but will be remembered most for how much he loved his family. We will all miss his kind counsel and friendly smile. RIP.

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