The braying from the anti-Obama contingent of the right is beginning to look like a replay of the rude left’s nonstop criticism of President George W. Bush. But no matter where it comes from — or which president is the target — it’s vapid partisan claptrap.

» The $1.5 million study of a 219-mile stretch of U.S. 29 is wishful thinking at this point, but it serves as a good blueprint.

» Congratulations go out to the organizers of several local events – all of which help make Culpeper the special place it is.

» There’s no proof of the claim, and it seems the sign’s creator has gone too far in his blind allegiance to defending illegal immigrants.

» Culpeper Regional continues to benefit from its relationship with U.Va., this time in the form of adding a resident physician.

» The three-way matchup pits incumbent chairman Bill Chase against challengers Gardiner Mulford and Dewayne Payne.

» Decrease in unemployment rate is probably good news, but not necessarily

» Culpeper is a giving community, and we hope $500K can be raised for charitable groups in need.

» The best we can do as a society is to use this tragedy as a lesson and take the proper precautions.

» Verizon, nTelos expand communication possibilities to Culpeper residents via fiber optics

» If central Virginia goes forward with the rail initiative, it should consider some lessons learned in Arizona.

» But if history is any indication, it will be tough to unseat Culpeper’s powerful Republican congressman.

» Repair allows water to flow from Mountain Run Lake to Lake Pelham the way it was intended

» The candidate for Stevensburg District supervisor can be his own worst enemy.

» We’re not saying Barnes is right or wrong, but it seems he should have the right to file a grievance.

» We hope the National Trust for Historic Preservation is successful in blocking a supercenter planned at the Wilderness battlefield.

» ... even if it includes distorting his opponent’s record and painting him as a repressive social crusader.

» Three area projects highlight how the local economy may be recovering, and how far it has fallen in recent years.

Spending money at local stores means a greater investment in Culpeper’s economic well being.

Great work by athletic boosters at CCHS and EVHS to create fun events that promoted spirit.

» Chuck Stephenson, the town’s former planning director and head engineer, got what he deserved for shady business dealings.

» Our town’s birthday celebration looks like it’s going to be an event to remember in Culpeper.

Some people can’t get over the changes that have occurred in our society during the last 50 years. They feel like their world has been turned upside down, and they try to find the cause of all the changes but can’t.

» When it comes to swine flu — even suspected cases —  it’s not enough for the school division to only inform parents of students.

» It’s always good to recognize those who keep us safe — and those who leave a local legacy.

» It’s unfortunate to see such opposition to a proposed residence for the developmentally disabled.

» Only a year removed from the Democrats’ high tide, the nation’s political mood now makes it hard for Deeds to beat McDonnell.

» The Brandy Station Foundation has done wonderful things for our community, the least of which is saving our historic battlefields

Gov. Tim Kaine again has been compelled to slash money from his two-year, $77-billion budget, this time whacking away $1.35 billion.

» Barack Obama delivered two big speeches last week; both were handled well despite furor surrounding the messages.