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Former Washington resident sentenced to two years in child pornography case

by Ireland Hayes | Jan 20, 2025 | Crime and Courts, Fire/Rescue, Local Services, People, Politics

Scott Hale, formerly of Washington, was sentenced Monday to two years in jail on two child pornography charges in accordance with a plea agreement made with the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office in August. “I stand here deeply regretful and remorseful for the actions...
Flint Hill couple walks 1,926 miles – 3,852,000 steps – through Europe

Flint Hill couple walks 1,926 miles – 3,852,000 steps – through Europe

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...
Jennifer Ackerman: The writer who follows the birds

Jennifer Ackerman: The writer who follows the birds

by Tim Carrington | Dec 19, 2024 | Health

‘Owl-struck’ author tells what an owl knows One of five sisters growing up in Washington, D.C., Jennifer Ackerman from age seven would set out before sunrise to observe birds along the Potomac with her father, who held a demanding job in government while nurturing a...
Judge David Tatel’s memoir of blindness and justice

Judge David Tatel’s memoir of blindness and justice

by Tim Carrington | Jun 3, 2024 | Art, Crime and Courts, Education, Health, Local Services, People, Politics

A Rappahannock County resident’s journey in both worlds Memoirs generally roll out the particularities of an individual’s adventure in the world. But some move to a larger stage, addressing questions of living in a just society, or simply being human....

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