This coming Monday would be my Dad’s 98th birthday. His influence in my life, our family, and our community continues to be felt in many positive ways as his legacy lives on. I was so privileged to be the son of this incredible man. As most readers remember, Dad was…
Students and teachers in Shenandoah County are gearing up to begin a very different school year. Instead of chalk dust and desks, instruction has shifted to screens and the internet. Although it presents many challenges, I have no doubt that students and teachers will rise to the occasion until they…
The last few months have been painful ones in America. Portland, Chicago, and other cities continue to suffer from riots and violent protests that have killed some, injured many, and crippled communities. I’m praying for a swift and peaceful return to calm and order. One of the most distressing images…
Summer is a great time to explore the Shenandoah Valley and our surrounding mountains. A multitude of trails beckon us to discover all they have to reveal. Several summers ago, my son and I hiked a National Forest trail near the headwaters of Little Stoney. As we meandered up through…