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Opinion

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

Many folks in the Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula have good reason to celebrate tomorrow, as it is the birthday of Dr. John Deschamps,...

Because You Are Polite

by Ginger Philbrick As we approach this holiday season, we will share time with small, but probably still larger than usual, numbers of family and...

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

Come late October, most gardeners reap the last harvests from the year’s planting experiences, the crowning achievement of which in many cases is the...

‘Virginia Way’ sold out

by Sen. Richard H. Stuart There is a phrase many of us Virginians still hold dear—the “Virginia Way.” It evokes a respect for local control, moderation,...

Because You Are Polite

One of the most vivid memories of my childhood was my usually mild mannered mother sternly extracting my younger brother from his seat at...

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull In a recent item, I referenced Mary Costello Cahill in connection with the 300th anniversary of the landing at Jamestown in...

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

Tom Light was driven by the goal of seeking perfection in every aspect of his life. He was the owner of Lighthouse Builders, a...

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

Following up on last week’s item, after my friend and I left Yorktown, we drove along as much of the Colonial Parkway as we...

Because You Are Polite

by Ginger Philbrick I have an acquaintance who I think wants to be my friend. But she continually asks very personal questions that embarrass me...

Local newspapers keep communities strong

National Newspaper Week October 5-11, 2025 by Dean Ridings America’s Newspapers Strong communities don’t just happen. They rely on connection—residents knowing what’s going on, businesses reaching the...

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

Last week a friend from Ohio came to visit for a few days. He is an ardent history buff, who never had been to...

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

On Monday, Mildred and Dean Loudy, one of the most recognizable couples in the Northern Neck, celebrated the silver anniversary of their golden wedding...

Because You Are Polite

by Ginger Philbrick The doorbell rang at 6 a.m. We hadn’t gotten out of bed yet, but you can be sure we were up and...

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

Often, we tend to overlook, or take for granted, the intelligence levels of plants and animals. For example, plants know to send roots to...

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

The Northern Neck is a natural home for artists. With its flowing waterways and bucolic pastoral landscapes, as well as its interesting collection of...

Because You Are Polite

by Ginger Philbrick “I’m in a pickle,” the friend beside me sighed, referring to a decision she had to make. Her announcement brought several thoughts...
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