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July 23, 2009
Dr. Strangelove’s doomsday
Kubrick flick screens for free Friday on Mt. Pony
July 22, 2009
New midwestern wine region is biggest in US
Quick, what’s America’s biggest wine region? If you answered California’s Napa Valley, you’re way, way off thanks to a federal ruling that creates a new one starting Wednesday.
July 20, 2009
Bus trip supports Iraqi children
Air Force veteran brothers ‘helping soldiers help children’
Should I get my dog a flu vaccination?
Q: I heard there is a new flu vaccine for dogs. Should I get my dog vaccinated?
Reservation needed: No more quick trips to Old Rag
Impromptu visits to Old Rag Mountain will eventually be a thing of the past.
Feeling a bit waterlogged
I had promised a column on how I’ve finally come to grips with the fact that I’m at heart a redneck. That will come next week, but now, a breaking report on one of the dumber things I’ve ever done.
I went swimming.
July 16, 2009
SP511 comes back to the Pub
Cover band’s new member adds a new perspective
July 13, 2009
A sinking feeling while hubby helps with swim lessons
For years, I’ve been thinking about taking swim lessons. So when my husband and I decided to take a vacation to Ocean City earlier this month, I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to learn.
Why cruise the Mediterranean in winter?
The Mediterranean is a popular destination during the traditional summer tourist season, but now its potential for drawing tourists year round has been recognized.
Camp is cool again
Salvation Army gives kids a chance to enjoy camp
Pets can have high blood pressure, too
Q: Do pets get high blood pressure?
July 12, 2009
A sinking feeling while hubby helps with swim lessons
For years, I’ve been thinking about taking swim lessons.
July 06, 2009
Oh, baby. My smoking days are over
Like the economy, or perhaps because of it, I’m up and down and all around with my tobacco addiction. Talk about a monkey on my back.
Equine clinic welcomes Va. native doctor
Associate Veterinarian Heather Trout joins Locust Grove Clinic
A walk on the wild side
Yoder’s Country Market hopes unique structure brings visitors
Dog has to be seen by vet to continue meds
Q: I haven’t brought my dog to my vet in about two years. Now she has stopped selling me heartworm preventive. The staff tells me I not only need a heartworm test, but the doctor insists on examining the dog. Is this really necessary?
July 02, 2009
Mount Pony Theatre closed for July Fourth weekend
The Library of Congress Packard Campus on Mount Pony will be closed this weekend in observance of Independence Day.
June 29, 2009
Hitckcock switcheroo
Packard Campus Theater replaces “The Birds” with “North By Northwest”
Prevention is key when it comes to pets and fire
Each year in the United States, thousands of people lose their lives to fire. Almost forgotten in these tragedies are the hundreds of thousands of family pets who suffer death or injury as well.
Random thoughts with Jeff
I’ve been accused quite a few times of being random, and frankly it happens quite often
Creel graduates from Marine basic training
U.S. Marine Pvt. Joshua M. Creel, 21, of Culpeper graduated from the U.S. Marine Corps Recruit Training Depot in Parris Island, S.C. June 5.
Historic South East Street
Culpeper’s vintage neighborhood lands important designation
June 22, 2009
How to properly prevent gingivitis in pets
Q: Despite having my cat’s teeth cleaned just three months ago, her gums are all red. How can I keep ahead of this problem?
‘Rolling Chapel’ spreads Bible message to schools
On any given day, the “Rolling Chapel” can be seen at any one of the elementary schools around Culpeper County.
Heading in the right direction
Board hopes new signs promote Cedar Mountain battlefield
So you think you can dance?
My wife and I were watching “So You Think You Can Dance” the other night when I joked, “We should go on that.”
June 17, 2009
Key West Band opens Third Thursday concert season
Buffett tribute band plays Thursday at the Depot
June 15, 2009
Spinning around in circles
As Americans, we reserve the right to bare arms. But I happen to hate mine. One day, I looked at them and I was like, what the…
‘Here to help’
Parents can catch a break with Sure Sitter
Are there alternatives to giving shots for diabetes?
Q: My cat was just diagnosed with diabetes. The thought of giving her insulin injections twice each day is horrifying to me and my husband. Do we have any alternatives?

