Culpeper schools have been in the news recently for some great programs and successful test scores.

The economic future looks bleak, but we will get through it.

This is in response to the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries’ recent study on hunting with hounds, which can be found at dgif.

Leave it to the sweet, delicious nectar that is wine to bring Culpeper closer together with our Korean brothers; there’s reason to whine when our wine aficionado leaves his shop.

We’re proud of the community for its response to the Dr. Cook vigil and Orndorff memorial.

A hoedown, a parade, a swim and the opportunity to cheer up folks are among the positive things that have been happening with our four-legged friends recently.

Tradition, history and a nod toward the future highlight recent contributions of people in our area.

There is merit in Gordon Meriwether’s suggestion to prohibit guns at local government meetings.

The hiring of a search firm to find a superintendent is an unfortunate necessity for the School Board.

With the town’s future hanging in the balance, we need to make sure the consolidation petitioning process was conducted properly.

Perrin Chiles makes Culpeper proud as he brings home an “Outstanding Nonfiction Special ”Emmy for his movie “Autism: The Musical.

Local officials deserve credit for finding what appears to be an effective process for dealing with a   criminal element within the local illegal immigrant population.

Culpeper County Library’s expansion is needed for one of the area’s best resources; Welcome to new head of LOC-Packard campus.

» SUMMARY: The success of Co. 11 in surpassing a state-mandated response rate benchmark bodes well for the once-troubled rescue squad.The success of Co. 11 in surpassing a state-mandated response rate benchmark bodes well for the once-troubled rescue squad.

Renovations at CCHS will be a huge benefit to students and the community.

More crime may come with growth, but that doesn’t mean Culpeper isn’t relatively safe.

The long lines for a chance to be a part of a Section 8 housing program underscore the need for more quality, affordable housing in this area.

The good folks at Montpelier put on quite a show Wednesday — with a bit of help from 2,600 of their friends.

Culpeper Crime Solvers does a great service to the community.

With Sonic’s arrival, Culpeper will soon be in fast-food heaven. Waistlines, beware!

The School Board is right to move forward with its search for a new superintendent with expedience; the board is also right in deciding to wait to hire a part-time vision facilitator.

It appears as though the Culpeper Town Council has found a well-qualified town manager in Jeff Muzzy.

A pair of fundraisers helps raise money for good causes in our community.

The unity in our country during the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001 — and in their remembrance — helps to explain why the terrorist attacks were ultimately unsuccessful.

Visit from Obama advisor signals added importance of Virginia and Culpeper County in the November presidential election.

The age to be considered an adult — whether for drinking, voting or serving in the military — should be consistent.

The death of Kelsey Orndorff is a tragic loss of a young woman who still had much to contribute to our community; Route 3 problems need to be addressed.

A number of Culpeper young people have been recognized lately for their accomplishments.

» SUMMARY: A number of Culpeper young people have been recognized lately for their accomplishments.

Hunter Spencer did an excellent job managing the construction of Eastern View High School and Yowell Elementary; Culpeper County Public Schools’ AYP problems not as serious as they might seem.