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By Steve Huppert Christiansburg Town Council I know that some people vote only in the years of presidential elections. They...

Looks like Neil Young got it right when he sang, “Rock and roll will never die.” Unfortunately, the same cannot...

Everyone is tired of hearing about the pandemic. It seems like it has been a part of our lives for...

I have written a couple of columns on retirement in my tenure as “second least worst alternative” columnist for the...

Backyard grilling, picnic safety tips for Fourth of July weekend As Americans observe July 4th traditions, Virginia Tech food safety...

Hitting the road with the family dog or cat should always include extra planning. Be sure to consider holiday foods...

To: Editor, News Messenger From: Delores Snell Re: Letter of appreciation to the families of Craig Mountain for giving snacks...

Congressman Morgan Griffith’s Weekly Update Virginia recently celebrated a milestone anniversary. Four hundred years ago on July 30, the body...

Michael Abraham I recently had an e-conversation with a local friend who runs several businesses here in the area about...

Dear Editor, I sent this email because I'm so disappointed that the focus of the entire political scene is continuing...