‘Never Disappoint the Expectations of Their Country’
It’s time – past time – that we simply learn to hear. Leatherneck Gallery is flooded with light, and that light reflects the words that capture the essence of the United States Marine Corps. Perhaps none do that better than these: “The Marines will never disappoint the expectations of the country — never!”— Captain C. […]
Searching for Cornzizzle
In an ever-broadening search for ways to pay for college, Drew Gallagher finds himself in South Carolina, where cornhole now rivals the Clemson-South Carolina football game in popularity. In one of my other unpaid performances in life, I am a high school baseball coach. Being a humorist and drinker of beer helps in that capacity. […]
Sunday Books & Culture: May 26
This week’s reviews include imaginative historical fiction in Piper Huguley’s “American Daughters” and Monica Wood’s novel of healing and forgiveness “How to Read a Book.” AMERICAN DAUGHTERS by Piper Huguley Published by William Morrow Paperbacks (April 2, 2024) Paperback $16.18Audiobook $22.04 Reviewed by Penny A Parrish On October 16, 1901, President Theodore Roosevelt invited Booker T. […]
SUNDAY BIG IDEA: Indianapolis Has a Lot to Teach Us
We can no longer sacrifice our future to our past. The Sunday Big Idea is a new, occasional feature that features bold ideas and challenges the way we see ourselves and our futures. If you’d like to submit a piece for consideration, please direct it to Martin Davis ([email protected]). Long before I began spending time […]
The News That Moved Us: May 17 to May 24
The week just past saw Spotsylvania’s School Board corrupting Congress, Stafford’s showering money on managers, playing fast and loose with Buc-ee’s traffic study, Mary Washington Healthcare finding new ways to add fees to patients’ bills, and two teacher arrests in Spotsylvania. Also this week, a long-overdue lesson in Robert’s Rules of Order (that seems to […]
It’s the New Dominion Podcast’s 50th Episode!
We welcome back Scott Mayausky, our most celebrated and recognized guest. This week, the New Dominion Podcast is celebrating its 50th podcast. With more than 2,000 listeners, NDP is quickly becoming a force in Central Virginia, highlighting the movers, shakers, and interesting people who make life in our area so enjoyable. For our 50th show, […]
ECONOMIC CENTS: A Guide to Conservation Groups
Looking to get involved with others concerned about protecting the environment? Here’s a list of organizations in and around Fredericksburg, and what they do. by Bruce SallerWRITER Over the past several months, this column has explored some practical steps we can all take to lessen our carbon footprint. But there’s power in numbers, and getting […]
How Much Traffic Will the Stafford Buc-ees Generate?
A consulting firm hired by Buc-ees found that the Courthouse Road area faces debilitating traffic even without the proposed travel center. Both the Virginia Department of Transportation and an independent transportation planning firm have raised concerns with Stafford County staff about how construction of a 74,000-square-foot Buc-ees travel center will affect traffic in the area […]
Spotsylvania Teacher Did Not Include Fredericksburg Employment on Resume
Candyce Carter, a 2nd grade teacher at Spotswood Elementary, was arrested last week at the school and charged with possession of narcotics and felony child endangerment. Candyce Carter, the Spotsylvania teacher who was arrested last week on drug and child endangerment charges, did not include her three-month employment with Fredericksburg City Public Schools on her […]