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August 21, 2008

Thanks for the old photos of Gordonsville

Thank you for “It happened, but not recently,” amazing and priceless old photographs of Orange and Gordonsville. 

Still searching for answers

Forgive us for finding the irony in the fact it was the same VSBA that helped the county hire Dr. Crawford unanimously in the first place. 


August 14, 2008

Bus driver unhappy with route changes

What’s happened to our school system? 

Orange isn’t the same? Good!

In response to Mr. Dobyns’ letter to the editor, “Orange just isn’t the same,” I murmur, “Thank goodness!”

Prepare children for success in the classroom, in life

Our opinion


August 07, 2008

Democrats welcome Hartke
Democrats welcome Hartke

Dem candidate to speak in Orange

Man has hand in disasters

Some disasters are at least partially man-made.

Orange just isn’t the same

What happened to my hometown?

Joni us in fight against breast cancer

In the time it takes to read this and make a decision as to how far you will go, another woman will be diagnosed and another will die.

Maintaining campaign promises

The recent board of supervisors election was gratifying in many respects.

Substance vs. surface in race for president

That’s right, in case you fell into a hole and were trapped for the last two years, the presidential election is coming up this November. 


July 31, 2008

Sheltering Arms facing tough times

A single mother with her three young children had sought housing, comfort and food at the shelter. Thin and haggard, she was anxious about her babies.

The “indebted” American people

When “King George” first assumed the throne in January 2001, the national debt was $5.7 trillion, and is now projected to be in excess of $10 trillion, by the time his royal highness abdicates, in January 2009.

Support for off-shore drilling

We can no longer remain silent and contain our anger!

Exchange Hotel still open

We would like to assure everyone that the Civil War Museum at the Exchange Hotel is open as usual and rumors of its closing are untrue.


July 24, 2008

Saying ‘goodbye’ to downtown Gordonsville

By the end of July, 207 South Main Street will no longer house The Gentle Gardener

Consider supporting 4-H Goat Club

Our members are learning leadership and communication skills as they build their own self-confidence. Our members are excited about learning to care for their livestock and beloved pets.

Media misrepresenting market?

Now is the time for headlines to reflect the facts.

Goal is to help local businesses prosper

In response to Mrs. Bergstrom’s letter, she misses one very important point. 

Summer safety

Simple steps essential to safe season


July 17, 2008

New life at Dogwood Village

Triplets were born at Dogwood Village (formerly Orange County Nursing Home and Home for Adults)!

Child care letter lacked for facts

If it’s to draw attention to the cutbacks and express sympathy for those affected, I am aligned with her. If it’s to make the site directors appear lazy and overpaid, I take issue with this. 

Big boxes are unnecessary

Contrary to popular belief that small town businesses can’t compete - you will find they absolutely can. 

Rock with the stock
Rock with the stock

Highlighting our best at the Orange County Fair


July 10, 2008

Sorry Picnic in the Park got rained out

Six months of meetings and planning were washed away in one hour early

Doubtful of what media leads us to believe

Truly, we have become a nation of “fabricators,” with our Commander-in-Chief leading the way!

Tax dollars wasted in Lovelace case

At least two of the aforementioned people should volunteer to resign.

Why the fear of big box stores?

Did they have some sort of traumatic event happen to them when they were young in a Wal-mart?

The roots of freedom

As we celebrated our nation’s birthday this weekend, we found it an ideal time to reflect on the life of James Madison and his important role in establishing some of the nation’s most basic freedoms outlined in the U.S. Constitution.


July 03, 2008

Explore Pace’s proposal

I encourage the King family and other Orange County supervisors to carefully explore Mrs. Pace’s environmentally-friendly, world-class resort and recreation complex proposal. 

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