
Washington and Lee to host Commonwealth’s Attorney debate
The two candidates for commonwealth’s attorney for Rockbridge County and the city of Lexington will debate Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m., at Washington and Lee University.

The two candidates for commonwealth’s attorney for Rockbridge County and the city of Lexington will debate Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m., at Washington and Lee University.

Congressman Robert Hurt (R-Virginia) released the following statement after the news that Longwood University will host the only vice presidential debate for the 2016 election.

Robert E. Simon Jr., our immediate surprise and sadness at your passing have quickly turned to joy at having known you. Rest in peace inspirational leader, wise counselor and good friend; you made a wonderful difference for all!

I have five children. I care deeply about my children and I am running for office because I care about the children of the Commonwealth and providing them the best opportunities to succeed in life. Many of the differences between Steve Landes and I are focused on the policies that we support to better children’s futures.

Wednesday’s Republican presidential debate was the most-watched program in CNN history, drawing an average of 22.9 million viewers during its three hours.

A pair of old combat boots from the Korean War sit on display at the National Museum of American History. The half-century old boots are made of brown leather with a double strap and buckles. The toes are faded, dirt and wear etched into the leather.

The Roger Mudd Center for Ethics at Washington and Lee University will examine “The Ethics of Citizenship” during its 2015–2016 lecture and conference series.

Ellen Arthur, the Democratic Party nominee for the House of Delegates seat in the 24th District, announced that she is ready and willing to schedule a date to debate her opponent, Republican Del. Ben Cline.

Text of remarks from Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe to members of the House Appropriations Committee and Senate Finance Committee Thursday in Richmond.

The University of Virginia’s Carter G. Woodson Institute for African-American and African Studies will present a panel discussion, “Engaging Race: Forum on Race, Citizenship and Social Justice,” on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. in Minor Hall, room 125.
We don’t take press releases or official statements as the final word. Digging in to get the whole story takes time and resources.