» Obama’s inauguration is only 11 days away, so let’s put our best foot forward to welcome travelers who come to our town.

» Obama’s inauguration is only 11 days away, so let’s put our best foot forward to welcome travelers who come to our town.

A dedicated newspaper carrier deserves credit for 27 years of delivering the Star-Exponent.

The Blue Devils have had some tough breaks athletically, but it’s time to right the ship.

A race between incumbent Ed Scott and Tom Underwood for the 30th District seat in the General Assembly would pit two successful area Republicans.

Talk about taking the trash out of Culpeper. Eastern View High School senior Sarah Packett has been cleaning up the school, and hopefully her efforts will help encourage other students to get into the “green” mode as well.

It was another big news year for Culpeper, and selecting our top 10 stories provided some nostalgia.

Unfortunately, a misguided interpretation of Jefferson’s phrase permeates today’s culture.

As December draws to an end, it serves as a good time to reflect on three patriotic subjects that illustrate our democracy in action.

Refurbishing Battle Street would be an unwise expenditure in a sour economic climate.

» SUMMARY: Refurbishing Battle Street would be an unwise expenditure in a sour economic climate.

Kindle the hearts of those who are less fortunate, and don’t forget the true meaning of Christmas.

The Associated Press got it right by making Eastern View’s star running back an all-state selection

Consumer confidence is key to recovery, and, for good reason, folks don’t seem too confident.

In North Carolina, the public is about to be unnecessarily denied a valuable law-enforcement tool.

» SUMMARY: A local woman is feeling the effects of Virginia’s controversial decision to outlaw political clothing at the polls.

U.S. students are showing improvment on standardized international exams.

The Goodfellows deserve credit for their good deeds; congrats to Rachel Burton for winning the Christmas card contest; and there’s still time to see the annual lights show.

Charitable needs increase in challenging times, and it’s important that all of us consider how we can help.

Deer poaching is a dangerous activity that challenges law enforcement and causes a nuisance to rural homeowners.

» SUMMARY: A recent vote by the Culpeper County School Board sounds good in theory, but its practical application could be disastrous.

» SUMMARY: We hate to see a local business lose out on a bid it has had for a long time, but the lowest-bidder law is in place for a reason.

» SUMMARY: In recent weeks, Culpeper has seen rare progress on major residential and retail projects. Will it pay off or backfire?

Government giveaway of money is moving America from free enterprise to socialism

It’s good to know that Virginia is well prepared for disasters, even as we hope that preparation will not be tested.

The state has shown a commitment to saving Civil War sites by pledging $5.2 million in grant money.

The state has shown a commitment to saving Civil War sites by pledging $5.2 million in grant money.

Signs point to Eastern View having more success than Culpeper in boys basketball.

Proposal seemed good on the surface, but would have had a negative impact in the long run.

Local residents opposed to a power transmission line have a right to fight, even if their chance of winning the battle is a long shot.