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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...

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

In 1984, Warren and Doris Sadler purchased Level Fields in Lancaster to achieve their goal of operating a true country inn. The mansion was...

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

As the Russo-Ukrainian War continues, with each succeeding day, the abiding presence of the myth of Moscow the Third Rome becomes increasingly apparent. Russia...

Because You Are Polite

by Ginger Philbrick I’ve seen them and I know you have also…in parking lots, sidewalks and gutters. Plastic soft picks for cleaning teeth have become...

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

For many people, carrying baggage is an everyday occurrence. I speak metaphorically, and not literally, as if in reference to suitcases or tote bags....

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

For many decades in Kilmarnock the place to go for shoes, sandals, socks, hose and whatever else one could want for one’s feet, and...

Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull

Over 50 years ago, Marilynn and John Hess built the shell of a chalet on the shores of Indian Creek. John undertook to finish...
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