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February 10, 2008
A word on the wearing of Service uniforms
As a retired career military officer, I have worked with and greatly respect Command Sergeants Major; and strongly support wear of the Service uniform in appropriate circumstances. Your commentsFebruary 09, 2008
Humane Society thankful for those who contribute
The Culpeper Humane Society would like to thank all contributors who place their pennies, nickels, and dollars into the Culpeper Humane Society collection boxes.Immigrants are damaging our area environment
With all this talk about illegal immigration, I would like to point out one of my biggest worries about the situation. Your comments‘God has been beside me the whole time’
Butch Mills shares from the heart about his feelings during his accident, recovery.February 08, 2008
Obama has the potential to unite, lead our nation
Virginia Democrats (and, for that matter, independents and Republicans) have a clear choice on Tuesday - Your commentsA visit to Culpeper
During a Feb. 1 visit to Culpeper and Orange, I had the privilege of visiting with good friends.Our county officials need to justify taxes
The General Assembly is considering a proposal to offer homeowners a break on their property taxes. - Your commentsHPC group is eliminating many with its criteria
I had to laugh when I read the criteria for becoming a "Help Protect Culpeper" member. - Your commentsSolutions, not complaining, are needed
I hear a lot of complaining about the presence of illegals in this area but very few solutions are offered. - Your commentsFebruary 06, 2008
It’s important to have the arts in our local schools
I am a student at Culpeper Middle School. My perspective of the performing arts in school is that they are an experience needed in middle school. Your commentsA modern parable of foolish actions
Mortgage relief bill is unfair to those who didn't unwisely purchase overpriced houses. Your commentsFebruary 05, 2008
Abusive driver fees close to being repealed
Last week, the Senate worked in a bipartisan manner to unanimously pass my bill repealing the abusive driver statute. Your commentsPrices reflect the cost of production
There are no easy answers, but to find the best one, we must first correctly identify all the threads in the fabric. Your commentsFebruary 04, 2008
Legislation would help promote Va. conservation
I have introduced House Bill 727, which would dedicate a portion of the existing state sales tax to fund agricultural best management practices and purchase of development rights programs across the commonwealth, with an emphasis on the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Your commentsThe unfairness of illegal immigration
The USA is a nation of laws, and most of our citizens work hard, attempt to follow the rules of law and are very aware if the rules of law are not being followed. Your commentsFebruary 03, 2008
Legal Americans willing to work too
In reference to Mr. Dippert's guest column Jan. 26 ("Some local groups are on a witch hunt"), I found it more than a little insulting to the American worker. Your commentsIn defense of the need for public education
I recommend that everyone take Mr. Van de Walle's advice and read the education articles posted by "The New American." Your commentsThanks, CSE!
Just wanted to thank the Star-Exponent and reporter Catherine Amos for the fine article. Your commentsFebruary 02, 2008
Beckett won’t be getting my vote
Give me facts - information based in science and economics - then I might pay attention to what and your group have to say. Your commentsIllegal immigration most pressing issue
We can't turn a blind eye while certain groups openly disobey our laws and feel they have every right to do so. Your commentsFebruary 01, 2008
Disappointed by lack of story on Hinckley’s passing
On Sunday, one of the great religious leaders of our time passed on to meet his God. Your commentsA fusion of bad legislation
State Police's Intelligence Center should not be above the law. Your commentsFive bills that could improve life in Virginia
The deadline for proposing new legislation in the 2008 General Assembly Session has passed. Your commentsSunday’s story shined light on heroes of pit bull rescue
Thanks to the Star-Exponent for its thorough coverage of the Michael Vick/pit bull rescue and rehabilitation story in Sunday's issue. Your commentsJanuary 31, 2008
New blood is needed on Town Council and BOS
I am a county resident, but I am glad to see new blood try to join the Town Council. - Your commentsSoldiers need to know of our support
Share in helping our troops and veterans feel the warmth of our love and gratitude. - Your commentsJanuary 30, 2008
