Antebellum Issues in Virginia Applied Today
Fear of a Federal Reserve, fear of a too-powerful federal legislature, fear of a tyrannical executive branch with unelected appointees, and a desire to keep transportation bills at the state level — all affected Virginians in 1838.
“Concerned Citizen” Restores Destroyed Nativity Set and Faith in Humanity
When thieves destroyed a Lynchburg-area church’s 40-year old nativity set, a community could have lost its Christmas spirit and its faith in humanity had it not been for the kindness of an anonymous stranger.
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.