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Peter H. Luke has decided not to seek re-election as commonwealth’s attorney in Rappahannock County in November, a post he’s held since 1984. “I’ll be 64 this July. If I ran again I’d be 68 at the end of the term. It’s time for somebody other than me to do the commonwealth’s attorney job,”...
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Lions' Bland Music Contest is Sunday, Feb. 6; celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King's life; RAAC's Friday Library lecture series features the American Bird Conservancy's Dr. George Fenwick on Feb. 11.
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Dogs often get carried away in Rappahannock County — what with its abundance of rolling fields and wooded trails and all those rabbits, squirrels and stronger stuff out there leaking scent and sound around the clock. So it was upsetting but not surprising that Paul and Amanda Buckley’s two dogs took off after something...
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Dean Hogan, to say the least, stays busy in college.
Between waking up early each weekday and traveling on the weekends, his schedule is packed.
“I’ve got class ’til 3 every day, then three hours of football practice, then two hours of study hall,” Hogan said.
That dedication, however, has paid off.
The football coaches of the...
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The North American Raccoon (Procyon lotor) is smart, curious, bold, omnivorous, and opportunistic -- like a small bear in a mask. Our relationship with them has been a conflicted one. We’ve been captivated by the raccoon’s antics, confounded by some of its behavior and annoyed at its skillful thievery. Not only have we captured...
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New neighbors around town; a sendoff for a special lady; a return for a special cat; book talk and more.
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Another year of outstanding service from the Sperryville Rescue Squad; time for Miss Rappahannock registrations; the Sperryville committee considers tourism issues; Valentine's Day specials in the county; a super and silly time at the Benevolent Fund dinner; Triple Oak Bakery will bring you lunch; get well to Rebecca Abecassis.
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In his final column as The Washington Post ombudsman, Andrew Alexander asked the question: Will The Post’s “reputation for journalistic excellence . . . endure?” That Alexander happens to be a part-time resident of Rappahannock County only makes his lament more poignant, for we here at our own, relatively teeny-tiny, newspaper operation face many...
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Finding the right words to describe how thankful and grateful we are has been a difficult task, but we will do our best. For all of you who have given of your time, talent, labor, kind words, offers of space, use of trucks, trailers and equipment, physical labor and prayers during and after the...
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Have you ever felt that you have an “inner performer or writer” longing to get out? Or sensed that you have resources of creativity and imagination that you’ve become too “grownup” to access? Or would you just like to have a terrifically good time? If your answer is “yes” to any of these questions,...
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As a concerned citizen, teacher and parent, the idea of having a 199-foot cell phone tower only 84 feet from Rappahannock High School is troubling at best. Without concrete evidence that there are absolutely no health and safety risks from such close proximity to the tower, we must err on the side of caution...
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Kudos to all who worked so hard to make the Rappahannock Benevolent Fund dinner on Saturday night a success. There was great music, delicious food, laughter and hugs all around. It brought together a cross-section of the Rappahannock community, in the broadest sense, at the Link to do good – illustrating once again why,...
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I believe I speak for many people in this county, especially parents of children in the public schools. Given both the horrible aesthetic impact of a nearly 200-foot tower on U.S. 211 towering up behind the school, and a potential long-term health hazard of low-energy radio waves on the brains of children, I urge...
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“Get your old Kodak out or maybe Rachel’s new digital high definition thing that pops ‘em right up” The old man on the porch in the late winter sun. Galluses like no one wears anymore, old stains of chaw across the chest pocket flaps. Buzzards circling over Mary’s Rock. “They’re waitin’ on me,” he...
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Wrestlers bring home 3 medals “Round Robin” normally conjures images of playgrounds or pee wee sporting tournaments. But, on Jan. 29, it meant a scratching and bruising wrestling showdown in Charlottesville. The Rappahannock Panthers competed in the Monticello Round Robin tournament and brought home three medals. “We really weren’t sure what type of tournament...
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Nothing encourages success like success and Belle Meade School offers a prime example, with its “can do” spirit. The school, already in the middle of a major fundraising campaign inspired by a $20,000 challenge grant from the Greve Foundation, also plans to open its doors to the community for a number of showcase and...
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Twelve volunteer firefighters from Sperryville, Amissville, Flint Hill, Castleton and Chester Gap companies recently completed the Virginia Department of Fire Programs firefighter 1 and 2 programs, including hazardous materials operations training; this is their graduation photo. The graduates — who completed 250 hours of classroom and practical training — are: (back row, from left)...
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At the courthouse earlier this week, the Rappahannock County Sheriff’s Office held a promotion ceremony and a small party for (front row, from left) James Anthony “Tony” Sisk, the county school resource officer since 2008, who was promoted to lieutenant; Lt. J.C. Welch, investigator the last two years, promoted to captain; Sgt. Jamie Phillips,...
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A selection of stories from the Rappahannock News of 50 and 25 years ago, plus a photo from the Attic.
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The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services announced this week that Virginia’s cattle and calf inventory was down one percent in 2010. (“Cattle and calf” is a term used for breeding beef cows that have calves.)
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Behold the beagle, and salute! There is no creature quite so cute. I’m 2 years old, so come and pet me. A real good dog; now come and get me. This past week two of my canine colleagues were joined with new owners. The Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL), 160 Weaver Road, Amissville, is...
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This week including home and land transfers, and building permits.
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Fire and ambulance calls dispatched for Rappahannock County, Jan. 24 through 30:
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On Jan. 17, the Washington Town Council voted to change its regularly scheduled meeting date from Monday, Feb. 14, to Wednesday, Feb. 16, at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall. The Town of Washington is seeking letters of interest from residents wishing to serve on the town planning commission or the architectural review board. Town...
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