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Opinion — Build back better?
President Biden’s election motto was “build back better.” To some, it sounded interesting, even though few understood what…
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Creating paths for opportunity
The United States has been called a land of opportunity, a place where all people have the chance…
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Ignoring violence in schools will hurt our children
Loudoun County is in the midst of an apparent cover-up, and two young women have been assaulted. The…
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Opinion — The ABCs of schooling
Once upon a time, families sent their children to school to learn the basics of education. We called…
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Redistricting in Virginia
The Virginia Redistricting Commission will not finish its work on the state’s legislative maps and will instead move…
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Column – Cotton candy
Remember when you were 3 or 4 years old, and you went to your first county fair? As…
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Opinion — Grant program available
It was announced last week that a new grant program designed to support equitable and sustainable local food…
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COLUMN – Visiting America’s southern border
I have often stated that the greatest responsibility of government is the safety and security of its citizens.…
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COLUMN – Why policing matters
When we drive a little fast and see blue lights, it is easy to question why we have…
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The need for power of attorney
By Mark McGahee A power of attorney is a legal instrument that delegates an individual’s legal authority to…
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Voting, districts and more issues
I have compiled a list of important dates pertaining to the November Elections. Early voting began Sept. 17…
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Children still need grace
They were all in their bunks after a fun but long day at the campground. The lights were…
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Understanding small business and inflation
Last week, I wrote regarding the dilemma created in the business world driven by COVID, the fear of…
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Opinion — Repeal the grocery tax
Glenn Youngkin has made ending the tax on groceries a major pillar of his campaign, and for good…
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Truck Driver Appreciation Week
Take a look at your surroundings. Are you inside your home, office or classroom? Are you at a…
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COLUMN – Repeal the grocery tax
Glenn Youngkin has made ending the tax on groceries a major pillar of his campaign, and for good…
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Opinion — New services available
You can vote early at your local registrar’s office beginning 45 days before Election Day and ending the…
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Off to La La Land
For those who aren’t convinced that national journalism has problems understanding the difference between fact and fiction, I…
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COLUMN – Discrediting our founding documents and remaking history
The fact that National Archives has just issued warnings that our founding documents are racist as well as…
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Challenges of the law
Last week the U.S. Supreme Court issued an order allowing a controversial Texas abortion law to go into…
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Opinion — Misdirection to distraction
Last week the U.S. Supreme Court issued an order allowing a controversial Texas abortion law to go into…
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Opinion — Prayers needed
The challenges upon us are numerous. We must pray like never before. Rarely have we seen so many…
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COLUMN – Nero fiddled while Rome burned
I have no animosity towards President Biden; I wish him well. We disagree on most public policy issues,…
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Opinion – Lockdowns not an option
The first results from Standards of Learning (SOL) tests in two years have been released, and they are…
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Opinion – Longwood optimistic
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Longwood University altered how students navigate their classes in a short amount of…
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Time to end one-party rule
President Biden gave yet another disastrous press conference on Friday, showing yet again how far out of touch…
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Opinion — Expanded Court of Appeals will serve Virginia well
The administration of justice is a key principle in a democracy. The rule of law and the fair…