So I’m watching ‘Idol’ last night and a friend and I were talking about one of the contestants who — week after week — has continuously showcased an amazing set of pipes.

One of the unique features of turfgrasses is that, unlike most other plants in the landscape, lawn grasses tolerate regular mowing at amazingly close clipping heights.

Oberammergau is a town in Germany’s Bavarian area with a name that has become synonymous with the “Passion Play” performed there every 10 years.

I am obsessed — maybe possessed — by the essence of history in all its forms be they personal, communal or institutional.

Of all the vital decisions made by Civil War commanders, one of the more pivotal judgments of the entire war was rendered here in Culpeper.

About two weeks ago, I sat for the few minutes I had and thought as I normally do, “What am I going to write about this month?”

How many people can a house touch emotionally?

If you’ve kept up with local news in the past few weeks, you’ve probably noticed the string of house fires across the county.

We all seem to feel the need, this time of year, to do some spring cleaning in our homes.

Last week part of my column included material from one I wrote two and a half years ago on veterinary practice names.

The smell of a wine is, of course, closely related to its taste.

“I almost missed the e-mail inviting me to play in the concert,” Lindsay Johnson told me over the phone a couple days before Keith Urban and Carrie Underwood performed at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville

All I can say is when Keith Urban holds your hand, looks you in the eye and says, “Hi there, thanks for coming,” you lose your mind.

I’ll admit it. I am not a spontaneous person. I like to plan my days, make my “to do lists” and cross out tasks accomplished.

Business start-up costs are the expenses you incur before you actually begin business operations.

Tomorrow’s the big day. The day I’ve not been looking forward to for the past two years. As it’s inched closer, the more reflective I have become.

I’ve always thought journalists have one of the best jobs.

My husband continues to force technology on me. But who knew it could connect you with your past and/or help you lose weight?