Opinion
Letter to the Editor: In Support of STEPS and Layne Street
This letter is in response to the well-written, well-documented opinion piece written by Ellery Sedgwick regarding STEPS. We, ...
Opinion
Tammy Mulchi: Hoax of the Century
When will all the mess coming out of Washington end? The last year has mass media headlines about ...
Opinion
William Payne: I see shortcomings in the Republican platform
This commentary critically responds to the 2024 Republican platform. It is not meant to persuade anyone to change ...
Opinion
Tommy Wright: Saying goodbye to Biden
Joe Biden is out. Writing in a social media post on Sunday afternoon, the President announced that he ...
Opinion
Tammy Mulchi: Understanding economics
Some folks believe that economics and budgeting are complicated, so they try to avoid creating a budget and ...
Opinion
Quentin R. Johnson: Building a foundation for success
Earlier this summer, the Southside Virginia Community College Foundation hosted the Freddie Reekes Memorial Scholarship Golf Classic at ...
Opinion
Tommy Wright: Saturday was a watershed moment
The attempted assassination of former President Trump sent a shock through American politics at every level. The cowardly ...
Opinion
Tammy Mulchi: Governor Youngkin was right
Two years ago, Governor Youngkin decided to pull the plug on a $1 billion project that would employ ...
Opinion
Mike Wilson: The art of duck hunting on icy days
I am no Nancy Kerrigan, by which I do not mean to suggest that I have never been ...
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: Is a roundabout the best use of state dollars?
Now look, I know the vote’s already been done and the roundabout is coming to Farmville, regardless if ...
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: Neglected voices, the untold story of Israel Hill
In response to the article titled “What Should Happen on Israel Hill” it’s crucial to address what didn’t happen – ...
Opinion
Farmville Pride: Pride Month was about more than flags or parades
As a 20-year-old bisexual woman figuring out college life, Pride Month held great significance for me. It’s more ...
Opinion
Del. Tommy Wright: We did our job. They didn’t.
The House of Delegates did its job on June 28, voting to repeal the changes to the Virginia ...
Opinion
Mike Wilson: A washtub, some stripers and a confession
We made it to the middle of the year. Congratulate yourself! As we get ready to celebrate the ...
Opinion
Tammy Mulchi: It was a wasted day in Richmond
Last week, we returned to Richmond to address two issues. Officially, the session was called to correct an ...
Opinion
Tammy Mulchi: Changes are coming in the VA General Assembly
Much has been written about the many bills during the 2024 VA General Assembly session, a usual media ...
Opinion
Tommy Wright: We can’t fail military survivors
On Tuesday, June 18, the Senate of Virginia had an opportunity to take the first real step in ...
Lifestyles
Mike Wilson: Ice cream hacks from a Baptist church upbringing
Yes, it is incredibly warm outside. Some might even call it hot. As the thermometer creeps up toward ...
Opinion
Mike Wilson: It all started with a Hampden-Sydney lecture
It started like all good stories do, with some truth mixed in. This time around, it involves my ...
Opinion
Tommy Wright: Let’s talk about elections
Free and fair elections are worthless if the public doesn’t trust the outcome. Trust in Virginia’s electoral system ...
Lifestyles
Mike Wilson: A Father’s Day note. That’s where the cars came from
We’ve reached that time of the year where Father’s Day is here. In honor of the holiday, I ...
Opinion
Tommy Wright: One thing was removed from the budget
The budget signed into law by the Governor last week isn’t one that a Republican-led House would have ...
Opinion
Tammy Mulchi: It’s a time for creativity
This past week I was invited to speak to the Virginia Rural Leadership Institute (VRLI) as they toured ...
Opinion
Mike Wilson: We searched for 20 minutes
We looked everywhere. For a good 20 minutes and I truly mean a good 20 minutes, we looked ...
Opinion
Publisher’s Notebook: Honor and remember our fallen heroes
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those who died in the service of the United States ...
Opinion
Tommy Wright: Looking ahead beyond the budget
The May 13 Special Session was a one-day affair, and a budget has been signed into law for ...
Opinion
Mike Wilson: Some have an Olympic dream. I have a nightmare
We’re less than two months away from the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, this time held in Paris. Do ...
SportsPlus
How to Watch the NBA Today, December 26
The Oklahoma City Thunder versus the Indiana Pacers is one of nine exciting options on today’s NBA card.…
NBA Spread and Total Picks for Today, December 26
The Miami Heat and the Orlando Magic hit the court in one of many exciting matchups on the…
How to Watch the Hornets vs. Wizards Game: Streaming & TV Channel Info for December 26
The Charlotte Hornets (7-22) will try to stop a five-game losing streak when they visit the Washington Wizards…
NBA Best Bets: Hornets vs. Wizards Picks for December 26
The Charlotte Hornets (7-22) are 2.5-point favorites as they try to stop a five-game losing streak when they…
Hornets vs. Wizards Injury Report Today – December 26
Here’s a peek at the injury report for the Charlotte Hornets (7-22), which currently has three players listed,…