Could Del. Lacey Putney Become a Republican?
Del. Lacey Putney has caucused with the Republicans since leaving the Democratic Party in 1968. Now, after decades of running as an Independent conservative, Del. Putney says he will run as a Republican should he decide to stand for re-election this fall.
Central Virginians Working Together in Derecho’s Wake
In the wake of Friday’s storm damage, individuals and local institutions pull together to help their neighbors, revealing the high character of the American people and reminding us all that we don’t need Washington or Richmond’s guidance for us to help those in need.
Full-time Benefits for Part-time Work? Yeah, We’ve Got That!
The Bedford County School Board acts to require the school system’s part-time school bus drivers to pay more than $10 per month for their health insurance and, predictably, gets pushback from the drivers.
Blogosphere roundup of Tim Kaine’s hypocrisy
In what is being called one of the top five political races in the country, and with polls still showing…
Bedford County Sheriff: Jens Soering Anniversary Reminds us of the Real Tim Kaine
On the widely ignored two-year anniversary of Tim Kaine’s attempt to transfer a convicted murderer to Germany, Bedford County Sheriff Mike Brown argues that that one action alone is enough to disqualify Kaine from representing Virginians.
Remembering Virginia Civil Rights Leader Rev. Noel C. Taylor
Today as we remember the difficult struggle for Civil Rights, Roanokers also remember the work of their own Civil Rights pioneer, Rev. Noel C. Taylor–pastor, mayor, Civil Rights leader and Republican.