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It hasn’t been that long since the word “maverick” triggered the next drink in the drinking game. John McCain, the original GOP maverick, has since made a hard turn to the far right, judging his political survival to be of more import than his political legacy. The maverick is a dying breed in the Republican…
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Judy Mosedale sees a Staunton that is able to build on its theater-destination status. “Once we get the Main Stage open, we have Blackfriars across the street bringing people in town for one night, and then people can stay a second night and take in another show. The two really should work hand-in-hand,” said Mosedale,…
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Presbyterian knocks off VMI despite 30 from Okoye Sophomore forward Stan Okoye led VMI with a career-high 30 points and chipped in eight rebounds, but it wasn’t enough as VMI fell to the Presbyterian College Blue Hose 92-78 in front of a season-high 2,989 fans at VMI’s Cameron Hall Saturday, Dec. 4. The Keydets drooped…
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Interest in collecting payments in lieu of taxes (PILOTs) from charitable nonprofit organizations is likely to grow as cash-strapped municipalities seek additional revenue, according to a new report by the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy. But cities and towns should collaborate with colleges, universities, medical facilities and other nonprofits that are exempt from paying property…
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Over 50,000 Americans paid the ultimate sacrifice in the Korean War. For the first time, jets were used in war and integrated units fought together; however, Korea’s timing between WWII and Vietnam makes this war a footnote in history. On holidays to honor veterans, we think of men like PFC John Hubbard, who jumped into…
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“Any idiot can face a crisis,” declares the noted Russian playwright, storyteller and physician Anton Chekhov. “It’s this day-to-day living that wears you out.” Ain’t that the truth? Well, maybe not the whole truth, but I certainly identify with the sentiment. When tough situations arise, I wonder at the time how in the world I’ll…
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A new program involving state government and a group of Virginia banks and credit unions aims at protecting consumers and financial institutions from fake-check scams. Sixty-one banks and credit unions participating in this effort will hand out a brochure created by Consumer Federation of America about fake-check scams and similar frauds to every consumer who…
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With the Thanksgiving holiday right around the corner, Allstate Insurance is talking turkey. Deep frying a turkey can be a hazardous endeavor, and Allstate wants consumers to be sure that they focus on safety. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, there were more than 100 reported fire incidents involving turkey fryers since 1999….
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No. 21 Richmond used a dazzling 77-yard TD pass from John Laub to Donte Boston to take the lead in the fourth quarter and the defense forced seven turnovers, allowing the Spiders to overcome their five giveaways in a wild, 15-6 victory over Rhode Island Saturday at Robins Stadium. The victory keeps the Spiders (6-4,…
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The Shenandoah Valley Children’s Choir, in its 19th year, has released its 14th compact disc, “Songs from the Heart,” a general collection of recordings from the last two choir years. Released Oct. 15, the newest recording includes favorites such as “Jubilate Deo” with the Washington Symphonic Brass and John Fast, organist, and “The Garden Song”…
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