by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Feb 3, 2025 | Art, Education
Here’s what you need to know The 7th Annual Student Storytelling Contest, sponsored by Foothills Forum and the Rappahannock News, kicked off last week, calling on students to tell stories about generosity, honesty and kindness. Who can participate? The contest is open...
by Ireland Hayes | Feb 2, 2025 | Crime and Courts
Strasburg man dodges jury after evidence presented After the commonwealth presented evidence against him, a Strasburg man chose to accept a plea deal rather than trust a jury with his guilt or innocence in a child sexual solicitation case in Rappahannock County...
by Ireland Hayes | Feb 1, 2025 | Business, Features, Top Story
Community support is ‘fantastic’ The Amissville Market recently celebrated one month of business, and owner Jessica Hall said she has received an outpouring of support from the community. “The reception from the community has been fantastic, and it’s really nice to...
by Ireland Hayes | Jan 27, 2025 | Art, Broadband, Business, Education, Health, Infrastructure, Local Services, Politics, Real Estate
Questions about broadband, data center implications Electric utility company Potomac Edison will be replacing old wooden poles and electrical lines in a nearly 14-mile stretch from Luray to Sperryville — a line that provides most of the county’s power. The upgrade...
by Randy Rieland | Jan 17, 2025 | Art, Features, Politics
Going into retirement one step at a time — Crossing three countries, mountain ranges “Take walks.” It’s a simple bit of health advice often shared with those on the ramp to retirement. But there are walks — and then there are w—a—l—k—s. walk-9g-web.jpgPaula and Edward...
