This is in response to the article in the December 19 News that states, “Russian political interference comes to Rapp?” Maybe not. 

Winter is upon us. It’s time for as many of us as possible to think about the creatures trying to find shelter, warmth, and a food supply, specifically the feral cat population in Rappahannock. 

First thing. Believe me, I am no computer guy and do not pretend to know all the ins and outs of such things, but do have some questions. 

“The Talented Clementine” was the third RAAC Community Theatre holiday show I have directed. And each year I am filled with awe and gratitude for the support the community shows for our productions. 

Kudos to Pam Owens for her series of articles about the devastating decline of our native birds, along with steps that people are taking here in Rappahannock County and elsewhere to reverse this trend. Kudos also to the Rappahannock News for printing two of these articles and including a thi…

In December, the Rappahannock County High School Concert Band and Jazz Ensemble held their Annual Winter Concert and Raffle at the High School. 

Congressman Denver Riggleman is concerned about the families of military members who have committed suicide. But he displays a glaring indifference to the causes of those deaths. If the U.S. weren’t engaged in nine unconstitutional wars, 17 former servicemen and women would not kill themselv…

One simple answer Mark, and it is unfortunate you need to be told [“Who really needs sanctuary?” Dec. 5th commentary].

On Sunday the streets of Washington rang out with the sounds of Christmas carols, bagpipes, tractors, floats galore and trailer loads of community fun. Smiling faces everywhere. 

I wholeheartedly agree with Mark Raiford’s comment in the Rappahannock News of 5 December 2019. My only amplification is that most of the objection to gun control is on the second half of the amendment concerning “the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.”

Although my family enjoyed a very happy Thanksgiving Day this year, it took a true miracle for that to have happened. Allow me to explain.

The Shenandoah National Park is an incredible resource for all of us in Rappahannock County. The Shenandoah National Park Trust provides critical support to the park. On Giving Tuesday, please consider a contribution to the Trust. 

I am writing in response to your article titled; “Scrabble cell tower proposal sent to BOS; Woodville tower not so fast,” published in your newspaper on Nov. 21, 2019. 

A little cell tower here… another there… soon everywhere. 

Okay, I just have to have my say. Looking over the 11/21 edition of the newspaper I was completely floored and sickened with the photo of the black bear.

I am writing this quickly — and would be happy to elaborate at another time — to say THANK YOU for publishing this opioid series.

As you know Jackson District re-elected me to be your representative on the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors, and I want to thank each one of you that voted.

I am writing to thank the hundreds of Hampton district voters who came out last Tuesday to cast their ballots and for the trust they have placed in me. I look forward to getting to work and am excited about the opportunity to provide accessible and hands-on representation to all Hampton dist…

Fall Art Tour weekends don’t get any better than this one. Ideal sunshine and glorious color combined with the efforts of our talented artists, gallery owners, organizers, volunteers, and community members to make for a stand-out 15th Annual Tour. 

Rapp at Home and RAAC would like to thank the community for coming out for our 2nd annual Community Square Dance on Saturday, October 26th. The wooden floors of the Sperryville Fire Hall rocked to feet pounding and hand clapping, do-si-do-ing and the Virginia Reel, and lots of smiles and lau…

“A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others. A person does not set out to be a leader, but becomes one by the quality of one’s actions and the integrity of one’s intent. In the end, leaders are muc…

I wonder about Mike Webert. Although I have contacted his office numerous times about various issues, I’ve never heard a word back from him.

Incumbent Michael Webert says he supports soil conservation but derides “extremist, socialist environmentalists.” I suppose that means he stands with the Republican party in denying man-made climate change. Sea level rise in Norfolk, rampant fire in California, historic floods in the Midwest…

I am writing to encourage other Hampton District residents to vote for Keir Whitson as our representative on the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors.

Audrey Regnery is honest, ethical, tough and hard working. We endorse Audrey to represent Hampton District on the Board of Supervisors. VOTE on Tuesday, November 5th.

I urge voters in the Hampton District to cast ballots next Tuesday for Audrey Regnery for Supervisor. Rappahannock County government needs more local business experience and perspective in what it takes to successfully tackle real and urgent issues while creating jobs, generating taxes, and …

Mary Graham is in her fourth year at the office of the Commissioner of the Revenue. During that time she has been promoted from the lowest ranking member, sitting at the coldest desk, to the Commissioner’s inner sanctum, all with the enthusiastic endorsement of her colleagues.

I will vote for the candidate who treated me like an adult. We have been receiving campaign literature from each candidate for delegate from Virginia’s 18th district: Laura Galante, Democrat, and incumbent Michael Webert. 

We are living in a second gilded age. While many residents live on large estates, their neighbors too often live in substandard conditions. Over 40 percent of our children receive free and reduced priced meals.

I just want to warn voters that our current state representative Mike Webert voted to kill a bill that would ban stalkers and various violent offenders from owning firearms. On top of that, after two mass shootings in Virginia this year, he and his fellow Republicans refused to consider one …

My wife Virginia and I write in strong support of Keir Whitson for Hampton District Supervisor.

My family and I write in support of Keir Whitson for Hampton District Supervisor. 

Last week I had the pleasure to hear Laura Galante, candidate for delegate, at the candidates’ forum in Front Royal. She articulated her concepts for expanding internet access, improving our rural economy and making healthcare affordable. Most importantly, she described her innovative propos…

It would be nice if we could have some transparency from our health care providers so that we could know ahead of time how much a procedure would cost. In this time of high deductibles and tight budgets, knowing the price tag for a series of tests, or even simple blood work, would go a long …

Do you have a loved one with asthma or other chronic illness? Delegate Michael Webert voted five times to end insurance coverage for pre-existing conditions. 

I recently bought a home in Huntly and I am getting to know Rappahannock County. After spending 30-plus years in the Pentagon and at NATO, I look forward to enjoying some solitude in the county. But being a patriot, I was apprehensive about leaving behind my years of working in national secu…

Keir Whitson first moved to Rappahannock in the late 1990’s and since then I have gotten to know and like him. I think Keir understands that Rappahannock is unique place and should be preserved as such.

The Fauquier Free Clinic hosted its 23rd Annual Rappahannock County Rough Ride on September 21st. The Rough Ride is one of the Free Clinic’s premiere fund raising activities and all proceeds benefit the Free Clinic, which provides medical, dental, and mental health care to underserved reside…

At recent forums where candidates declared their positions for elected office in the State House of Delegates and Senate, I’m struck by the consistent Republican mantra. To a man, they will fight for small government, eliminate taxes and regulations, protect “innocent life” (code for banning…

Lions Chilifest draws a crowdOver 100 people celebrated the Rappahannock Lions’ Club annual Chilifest. Patrons listened to the Smoked Trout Band and sampled 14 delicious and unique chilis. In its 9th year, the Chilifest is the Lions’ big annual fundraiser. I am pleased to say we met our fund…

Last spring, Audrey Regnery volunteered and led a nonprofit fundraising activity where we first met. She arrived at the initial meeting with several pages of ideas and proposed activities for our new group’s consideration. She had done her homework and was very prepared, but she used the mat…

The Rappahannock Food Pantry would like to thank Mike Cannon and the staff at the CFC Co-op for sponsoring a “One” Rappahannock Day for the Food Pantry on Saturday, Oct. 5.

Are you as tired of the acrimonious atmosphere in our Board of Supervisors’ meetings as I am? They seem to get nothing done because time is wasted on the self-serving, obstructionist outpourings of the representative from Jackson District, who now wants to county to pay his legal fees… for i…

Rappahannock residents have a lot at stake in the November 5th election for the House of Delegates. 

Legislators in Virginia’s General Assembly have woven a web of regulations that restrict citizens’ ability to harness solar energy. These regulations prevent us from saving money, creating jobs and protecting our lands. And it has all been done to protect Dominion Energy, one of the biggest …

My family and I write to express our support for Hampton District Supervisor candidate Keir Whitson.

Rappahannock residents have a lot at stake in the November 5th election for the House of Delegates. 

The Rappahannock News has recently done short profiles on all the candidates in the upcoming elections. These are very helpful. 

I am writing to express my heartfelt support for Hampton District Supervisor candidate Keir Whitson. Keir is a good friend to me and other young business owners in the Rappahannock County community.