Volunteers, VDOT Praised For Storm Work

April 21, 2025 Editor, The News-Gazette: Anyone following the news over the past few months has had their fears stoked in one way or another. It’s apparent to me that one’s source(s) of news also shapes one’s world view; and how functional or dysfunctional various events and people are within our government. As we take in the news, it’s important for us to remember that our news providers are in the business of making money; and that they increase their profits by creating a level of fear that keeps you anxious and coming back for more. This fear may or may not be based on reality, but it’s definitely enhanced by a 24- hour news cycle that bombards and overwhelms us into News Zombies who can easily forget about the love and humanity that exists in our daily world outside of the national news cycle.