Greetings,

What a cold January it was! I am glad we're moving on to a new month. Maybe we will get better weather (one can only hope).

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COLF has had 2 recent resignations. Daphne Davidson, our Recording Secretary, had to resign due to personal reasons. Our Vice-Chair, Kathy Thomas has also resigned. She and her husband, George, have decided to relocate to Florida. We would love to have you join the Leadership team if you are willing. I have attached a brief lists of what is involved with each position. Please read HERE. I am available by phone or email to discuss the positions or answer question.

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Table of Content



• From the Chair
• Treasurer's Report: 2025 Year End
• Membership Meeting: February 25th. RSVP Today!
• The Compulsive Sourdough Baker: Still open for business!
• VA liberal BAD BILLS
• Resources to utilize to stay informed
• Our state government at work-let's fire them!
• Mountain Patriots' Podcast Link
• Area Political Groups

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From the Chair

Rhonda Torres

We are in for a very tough year now that Richmond is under full Liberal (i.e. Democrat) control. The challenge to push against the liberal tide can feel overwhelming and insurmountable. I get that. I had the privilege of communicating with several COLF members over the last few weeks. Now that Gov. Spanberger is showing her true far-left liberal colors, anxieties and frustrations are rearing their heads. We live in a state that has been blue since 2008. Don't ask me how we fell to Obama that year, but we have not been able to get our state back since then, other than the 4-year reprieve with Gov. Youngkin. That said, there is no guarantee the liberals can keep it (I think we can stop calling them Democrats now).

So, what can we do? Move to a red state? Yes, that is an option. However, I shared the sentiment that we can't chase politics, because no state is guaranteed to stay red or blue. Texas was a Democrat state for over 100 years-until the 1980's. It was solidly red, and now it's a purple state, and has a chance of reverting back to blue if they aren't diligent at fighting the liberal policies. Every city in Texas is very liberal and holds a big voting block. On the flip side, Virginia was a Republican held state from the 1950's until 2008, when the state went for Obama. Nothing is set in stone, so don't give up hope or stop efforts to fight the liberals at every turn. 

My overriding concern for VA, our county, and our Lake Frederick community, is that we'll see the Republicans say "why bother" to fight against the liberal tide, or not even vote. Our state would be assured of staying liberal for generations if that happens. We are in the stage of our lives where we can ride the waves. However, it's up to us to push for a more secure future for our kids and grandkids.

What we HAVE to do is stay informed, be engaged, and actively get people to the polls for the upcoming special election. You can vote in person, or sign up for absentee ballots. Whatever you do, VOTE!

The liberals are going to be coming out in droves to get the proposed redistricting amendment passed on April 21st for the special election. We have to counter this with our votes to keep this amendment out of the VA Constitution. See information on the proposed amendments and bill bills further in the newsletter.

Despite the rampant evil in our world today, I have faith that God has a plan in His great design and we will be alright in the end. When I keep my eyes on Him, it is easier to fight against our political "leaders" and their destructive plans for our state.

Quote of the month

"Walking by faith means being prepared to trust where we are not permitted to see"

John Blanchard

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Be a bold and proud

Conservative of Lake Frederick!

End of the year Report

Please click the link "Report" to see Denise's End of Year Treasurer's Report.

If you have any questions or comments, please let us know.

Treasurer Report

Help a Compulsive Baker and our Mission at the same time!

I started baking sourdough bread earlier this year, and I just can't control myself. So, I thought, maybe I could share my delicious bread and donate 50% of the profits back to COLF.

I make many sourdough flavored breads (some not even imagined as of yet), bagels, English Muffins, dinner rolls, and Biscotti.

If you would like to support my habit, eat some very healthy bread products, and give to COLF, give me a call or text and we can discuss your bread desires.

p.s. I can provide you some references too 😉

Check out our webpage for ideas on flavors. Sourdough Bakery

Bad Bills Spewing out of Richmond

There are many available sources to inform voters across the Commonwealth on the horrendous bills coming out of Richmond.

CLICK HERE, as well as the links in the next section, to learn what the other side is proposing so we can fight to stop them.



Excerpt taken from the Frederick County & Winchester VA Republican Outreach February, 2026; Vol. 4 (1.2) Click HERE

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Mountain Patriots

The Mountain Patriots are an educational ministry group in the western end of Frederick County. They provide a tremendous service to many areas of the county.

I hope you take some time to learn more about them and listen to their podcasts.

The link to all their podcasts is also posted on our website

The Mountain Patriots coordinated a task force to address Data Centers in Frederick County. Here is the report they submitted to the Frederick County Planning Department. Read HERE.

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