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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?
June 11, 2009
Check out a young Kirk Douglas
“The Bad and the Beautiful” plays Saturday on Mount Pony
Life as artists design it
Every play bears the indelible fingerprints of its maker, but “Design for Living” has its maker’s DNA.
‘Up’ is sugary sweet, visual
Disney-Pixar’s latest animated venture, “Up,” is a great adventure and their first voyage into the 3-D world.
June 08, 2009
Cosmic Soul Factory
Local couple hopes old tree will bring new life, music to the world
Allow a proud papa to indulge you for a minute
My oldest daughter graduates from eighth grade this weekend.
I am not a morning person
I believe it was the great philosopher Garfield who said, “I’m not a morning person.” I couldn’t agree more.
June 01, 2009
Week in Photos May 24-30
View our week in photos.
A view from the top
Northern Virginia man blogs about his love of Old Rag
The curse of not being able to take a good photo
As soon as she snapped the picture, I knew it wasn’t good.
Are veterinarians embracing anti-aging drugs?
Q: Anti-Aging medicine is the newest clinical medical specialty offered to physicians. Human medicine is moving from a disease-based model to a preventive, proactive approach. Shouldn’t veterinarians move in this direction as well?
Senior news
The annual awards ceremony sponsored by the Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board’s Area Agency on Aging takes place June 5 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Salem Fire Hall on U.S. 522.
May 24, 2009
A presidential mystery
Montpelier Foundation uncovers Madison-era interiors
Reeves, MiniMall one-of-a-kind
Woolworth’s Five & Dime meets grandma’s attic and antique heaven in the MinuteMan MiniMall on Route 3.
Should I have my dog’s mast tumor removed?
When I took my dog in for a vaccine, the veterinarian found a small lump located on her lower shoulder area — near what I’d call the armpit.
Don’t shoot the messenger, at least not me
I hate meeting new people. No, it’s not because I’m some kind of introverted curmudgeon — it’s because it always leads to this conversation.
May 18, 2009
Planning vows for a wedding more complicated than one may think
Whether you choose a religious or civil ceremony, the most important thing to remember is that this is your special day and the vows you make will bind you together and help you through your wonderful, lifelong journey.

