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Out Of The Past
Out Of The Past
50 Years Ago 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
On Housing
On Housing
Is Lexington the wrong place to build affordable housing? Is there a better plan? 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
Trying To Prevent Another Tragedy
Trying To Prevent Another Tragedy
An unimaginably horrific tragedy occurred Aug. 4 in the Arnolds Valley area when three siblings – the only children of a Charlottesville couple – drowned in the James River. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
New Income Opportunities From Land
New Income Opportunities From Land
New income opportunities from land was the topic of a recent public seminar sponsored by Rockbridge Farm Bureau Federation and Virginia Cooperative Extension. The specific opportunities addressed in the seminar were nutrient banking, wetlands offsets, and carbon credits. The speaker, Casey Jensen of EcoCap-Virginia, is a service provider that assists landowners in marketing their natural resource assets in these markets. Here are the six key points from the seminar. 08/23/2023 12:00 AM
‘Standards’ Of Governing To Blame For Credit Downgrade
‘Standards’ Of Governing To Blame For Credit Downgrade
Aug. 9, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: In his Aug. 8 newsletter, Rep. Cline claimed that Fitch, an American credit rating agency, downgraded the United States credit rating “due to rising government deficits, significant increases to our federal debt, and higher interest rates.” 08/16/2023 12:00 AM
LSB Welcomes Parents’ Feedback
LSB Welcomes Parents’ Feedback
Aug. 14, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: It is exciting to welcome students and their families back to Lexington City Schools for the 2023-24 academic year! 08/16/2023 12:00 AM
‘Understand What Trump Is Accused Of And Why It Matters’
‘Understand What Trump Is Accused Of And Why It Matters’
Aug. 10, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: A group of everyday Americans, fulfilling their civic duty by serving on a grand jury, reviewed mountains of evidence and determined there was enough proof of wrongdoing to bring four criminal charges against Donald Trump, including conspiracy to defraud our country and impede on our right to vote. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM
Arlington Confederate Memorial Should Not Be Removed
Arlington Confederate Memorial Should Not Be Removed
Aug. 11, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: Arlington National Cemetery is soliciting comments about its plan to remove the Confederate Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM
W&L Actions ‘Detrimental’ To School, Community
W&L Actions ‘Detrimental’ To School, Community
Aug. 7, 2023 Editor, The News Gazette: Why is it not surprising that the venerable Lexington institution W&L under the “leadership” of President Dudley would take their disdain for Robert E. Lee and his contributions to W&L from the sublime to the ridiculous. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM
Out Of The Past
Out Of The Past
50 Years Ago 08/16/2023 12:00 AM
Another School Year Starts
Another School Year Starts
The familiar yellow school buses are making their rounds on Rockbridge area roads this week. Children lugging backpacks are being seen in abundance waiting at bus stops and traipsing along local roads. Motorists are advised to be extra cautious when they encounter the children and yellow buses. 08/16/2023 12:00 AM
UDC Played Major Roles In Area
UDC Played Major Roles In Area
Aug. 1, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: In 1930 a plaque honoring Traveller, Robert E. Lee’s horse, was placed on the stable attached to the house built for the Lee family-- and Traveller! 08/09/2023 12:00 AM
Health Center Celebrated This Week
Health Center Celebrated This Week
Aug. 9, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: I have been a member of the board of directors of the Rockbridge Area Health Center (RAHC) for only four years, and I continue to be amazed at the number and variety of services the health center offers. 08/09/2023 12:00 AM
‘Where There’s Smoke’ Or ‘Pants On Fire’
‘Where There’s Smoke’ Or ‘Pants On Fire’
Aug. 7, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: While the Republican front runner continually harps on the past, the Republican House majority keeps announcing “there’s smoke” as they investigate the “Biden Crime Family.” Let me remind you who is actually blowing smoke. Beginning in 2011, Republicans said they had a better Affordable Care Act and were determined to repeal and replace Obamacare. That was 12 years ago! Then in 2016, Hillary starred in seven Benghazi investigations, followed by accusations of destroying her server and being involved in “Pizza-gate.” In 2020 it was Biden’s turn in the center ring of the Republican circus with “Stop the Steal.” The results? After many multiple investigations, some in the courts, Republicans have continually come up with nothing! 08/09/2023 12:00 AM
Veteran Remembers Barry-Rec
Veteran Remembers Barry-Rec
Aug. 4, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: On Aug. 1, the Rockbridge area lost a special person. Her name was Collette Barry-Rec and she dedicated much of her life to honor veterans and this country. 08/09/2023 12:00 AM
‘Bidenomics Is Producing Good News’
‘Bidenomics Is Producing Good News’
Aug. 7, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: I urge everyone, no matter your politics, to read the latest indictment of the former president, found here (or simply google it): https://www.justice.gov/storage/ US_v_Trump_23_cr_257.pdf. 08/09/2023 12:00 AM
Trump’s ‘Interests Lie In Saving Himself’Aug.
Trump’s ‘Interests Lie In Saving Himself’Aug.
7, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: Like the zombie characters in TV’s “Walking Dead,” Congressman Ben Cline sleepwalks behind Donald Trump. He defends his master’s pronouncements of innocence by saying, “If they can do this to a former president, they can do it to you.” This disregards a basic principle of the American judicial system, “Innocent until proven guilty.” Yes, Mr. Cline, if your constituents are charged with breaking the law, they deserve to prove their innocence in court. That is how our system works. 08/09/2023 12:00 AM
‘Issue Is Not Soaking The Rich’
‘Issue Is Not Soaking The Rich’
Aug. 7, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: Needed ice floes are disappearing. 08/09/2023 12:00 AM
Community Table Closed Temporarily For Planning
Community Table Closed Temporarily For Planning
The Rockbridge Community Table has closed for two weeks so the board can strategically plan for the upcoming fall and winter seasons at TCT. 08/09/2023 12:00 AM
BV Mayor Calls Out Candidates
BV Mayor Calls Out Candidates
Buena Vista City Council meetings are for conducting the city’s business – not for touting one’s candidacy for political office. That’s a message that was delivered loudly and clearly by Buena Vista Mayor Bill Fitzgerald at last week’s City Council meeting. 08/09/2023 12:00 AM
Pop Goes The World
Pop Goes The World
Pop Goes The World 08/09/2023 12:00 AM

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