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50 Years Ago
Nov. 7, 1973
Mills E. Godwin, the apparent winner in the Virginia governor’s race by only a few percentage points, carried Lexington, but opponent Henry Howell carried Rockbridge and Buena Vista. - The United Virginia Bank on Main Street in Lexington planned a remodel of its exterior to fit in with the city’s historic character. - The Rev. Douglas C. Chase, pastor of Lexington Presbyterian Church, announced his resignation to the church session. He planned to accept a call to the Presbyterian Church in Fredericksburg.
20 Years Ago
Nov. 12, 2003
Rockbridge County and the city of Lexington were in final negotiations to buy the Kappa Alpha property on Main Street in order to build a courts complex.
- Local preservationists were trying to keep Virginia Military Institute from demolishing the post surgeon’s residence behind Crozet Hall. The dwelling had been designed by renowned Lexington architect William G. McDowell. - Robert and Evelyn Snider of Raphine celebrated their 70th anniversary at New Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Fairfield.
