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July 16, 2008
It’s a nice sight
There are crews of young people from area churches staying at Floyd T. Binns Middle School working on area houses as part of Impact Virginia, a missions program.
We must reduce oil dependency
People still don’t get it.
Why should we expect open talk?
You really gave me a good laugh with the last paragraph of Tuesday’s staff editorial, “Yowell Elem. will not open on time.”
Full Circle Thrift’s generous donation benefits Culpeper
On behalf of Culpeper Human Services, I would like to thank Full Circle Thrift for its generous donation.
July 15, 2008
OPEC leaders don’t care about the consumers
It’s a shame when the rich have everything they will ever need, but still can never have enough money.
Alternative energy would secure America’s future
Gasoline prices are causing concern for every American today, and America needs to completely explore all options with a common sense approach.
July 14, 2008
Supervisors shouldn’t rush this decision
Seems like the Culpeper County Board of Supervisors is rushing the Culpeper Utility Partners decision.
There’s no need to ‘retreat’ elsewhere
Why did the Culpeper County School Board meet at a retreat in another county?
Presidents get too much credit
I have recently read a few articles and letters about the wonderful economies under some of our past presidents.
July 13, 2008
A double standard: Illegals and skaters
Does anyone find it strange that illegals can live in our town, demand everything our tax dollars can afford them, and give back nothing ... without any conditions?
Drive safely in and around work zones
I am imploring the public to please be patient with the workers out there doing their jobs.
July 12, 2008
Hoodlums need to pay for desecrating yard, uprooting tree
To the two men who drove through my lawn at approximately 1:30 Tuesday morning, I request this:
We deserve answers from School Board
While I read Bob Beard’s July 5 guest column twice and found it to say not much of anything, at least he is addressing the public.
Cantor siding with ‘big oil’
Congressman Eric Cantor’s push for offshore oil drilling is a dangerous distraction from the real energy crisis.
Congress needs to respond to gas price issue
Kudos to Mr. Callahan for his July 8 letter, “Congress must act to reduce oil prices.”
July 11, 2008
School Board should reverse decision on Cox
The community has spoken and it’s furious.
Full Circle Thrift is honoring its patrons Saturday
On behalf of the volunteers, staff and board members, I would like to thank our many patrons and donors
School Board should reverse decision on Cox
The community has spoken and it’s furious.
July 09, 2008
A meat diet can contribute to many diseases
I can save health officials — who are still trying to pinpoint the exact cause of the recent salmonella outbreak that has sickened more than 800 people in 36 states —both time and money. It’s the meat!
School Board is poorly managing public resources
Whether from official comment or individual capacity, the apologists for David Cox’s termination as school superintendent are experts at “blowing smoke.”
July 08, 2008
Culpeper 4th something to really celebrate
Kudos to all involved in this year’s Fourth of July celebration in Culpeper!
Cox was only doing what he was hired to do
I’m writing regarding Sunday’s article on the departure of Dr. Cox (“Trying to make sense of it all”).
School Board needs to answer for its actions
Having been out of town on business for the past week, I was shocked to come home to the latest stunt by the School Board.
July 07, 2008
Cox was only doing what he was hired to do
I’m writing regarding Sunday’s article on the departure of Dr. Cox (“Trying to make sense of it all”).
School Board needs to answer for its actions
Having been out of town on business for the past week, I was shocked to come home to the latest stunt by the School Board.
July 06, 2008
Veterans stepping up for Culpeper teens
After the closing of my beleaguered Culpeper Rock Academy, it seemed as though the teens in our community had been brushed aside again.
July 04, 2008
Many helped my family after fire
I just wanted to take a moment to thank the firefighters, Red Cross and everyone who helped my family.
Foti’s monthly wine dinners are a real treat
If you haven’t been to one of the monthly wine dinners at Foti’s Restaurant in downtown Culpeper, you have missed a superb culinary treat.
July 03, 2008
Aging Together appreciates those who volunteered
On behalf of Aging Together, thank you to those who participated in our April volunteer recruitment campaign as community leader volunteers.
We can’t trust Sen. McCain
Great news for our fine troops: The 21st Century GI Bill penned by Jim Webb (D) and supported by Obama and Clinton passed this week. It gives the troops comprehensive educational benefits they deserve and fought for.
