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Lee-Jackson Ceremony ‘Solemn Occasion’

Lee-Jackson Ceremony ‘Solemn Occasion’

Jan. 29, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: In response to the letter of Jan. 25 by Ann Olson of Rockbridge Baths, her remarks regarding the photographs The News-Gazette printed of the service that was held at the cemetery of “the glum assortment” (Ms. Olsen’s words), I take personal umbrage. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

MACON SMITH

Macon Miller Smith, 86, of Lexington passed away on Jan. 24, 2023. He was the husband of Elizabeth Ann Kent Smith, Lexington, for 64 years. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

RUTH FARRIS

Ruth Huffman Farris, 95, passed away Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023, in the Shenandoah Valley Health & Rehab Center. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

CARL DEACON SR.

CARL DEACON SR.

Carl Preston Deacon Sr., 68, of Fairfield, went to be with his Lord on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022, at his residence. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

KEITH HALL

Robert Keith Hall, 65, of Buena Vista, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

DEBORAH ARNN

Deborah Lukens Arnn passed away peacefully at Sherwood Oaks retirement community in Cranberry, Pa., on Jan. 2, 2023. She was 86. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

JOANN YELVERTON

JOANN YELVERTON

JoAnn Joseph Yelverton, 81, of Buena Vista unexpectedly passed away on Jan. 22, 2023. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

DORIS CRUTCHFIELD RHODENIZER

DORIS CRUTCHFIELD RHODENIZER

Sept. 23, 1934 – Jan. 23, 2023 Today, our momma went to see Jesus and hold my daddy’s hand! The sweetest love story I’ve ever been a part of is the one of our mom and dad. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

RC Boys First, Girls Second

RC Boys First, Girls Second

Wildcats Will Gibbs, Ali Pfaff Swimmers Of Year 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

Chandler Breaks Own Record

Chandler Breaks Own Record

Distance Runners Lead Way for Blues, Wildcats 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

Cline’s ‘Nose Extenders’ Examined

Cline’s ‘Nose Extenders’ Examined

Jan. 22, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: In his Jan. 19 newsletter, Rep. Ben Cline made several statements that, were he Pinocchio, would qualify him for rhinoplasty. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

Witch Hunt

Some wag once opined that what this country needed was a good five-cent cigar. That was back when cigars were strangely regarded as a sign of affluence, or at least an acceptable arrogance of affluence. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

Corporate Y Board ‘Thumbed Noses’ At Rockbridge

Corporate Y Board ‘Thumbed Noses’ At Rockbridge

Jan. 30, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: Recently I received a letter from the YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge, parent organization to the Rockbridge Area YMCA. After thanking me for my “generous support” in 2022, the “Vice President of Development” continued: “… the Y does so much … to strengthen the communities it serves …” Not lately, Madame Vice President. The popular director of the Rockbridge Area YMCA was terminated in a corporate ambush with no justification given. In doing so, regional executives thumbed their noses at Rockbridge County, Lexington, the local board of directors, the employees, membership and area youth. Consequently, our aspirations for a new building are crippled. As of last November, the same executives had endorsed the enterprise. So much for development and strengthening communities. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

Let’s ‘Let Go Of Romantic Notion Of Confederacy’

Let’s ‘Let Go Of Romantic Notion Of Confederacy’

Jan. 23, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: Thank you for your coverage of the CARE Rockbridge Martin Luther King Jr. Parade, which was inspiring and captured the forward-looking nature of the parade and its participants. Thank you, too, for your coverage of Ben Crump’s visit to Washington and Lee University and of the MLK celebration at First Baptist Church. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

Disappointed By Letter

Disappointed By Letter

Jan. 27, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: I am disappointed at the letter submitted by Ann Olsen disparaging the marchers at the Lee-Jackson parade. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

Do You Know How Sen. Deeds Is Voting?

Do You Know How Sen. Deeds Is Voting?

Jan. 27, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: The General Assembly is in session right now; are you aware of how our state senator, Creigh Deeds, is voting? Check out his Twitter page (@ CreighDeeds). 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

Lee, Jackson Coverage Appreciated

Lee, Jackson Coverage Appreciated

Jan. 27, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: Thank you for the Gazette’s coverage of the Lee-Jackson Family Reunion. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

Traffic Impact Study Needed

Traffic Impact Study Needed

Jan. 30, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: As Lexington engages with Echelon on the development for the Spotswood site, one hopes that they would evaluate other issues with the project that are equally as significant as the building’s ascetics. It was good to learn of the progress that has been made as reported by The News-Gazette. It was also distressing to learn “that the design was still a contemporary design, and that was something Echelon was set on.” That position by Echelon begs the question as to who is driving this project – Echelon or the city of Lexington? Who will be the final determinant – Echelon or the city of Lexington? 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

Politician’s Comment On Black History Rejected

Politician’s Comment On Black History Rejected

Jan. 27, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: We have enjoyed a week of meaningful and well-organized activities commemorating Dr. King’s life, and now we hear from a southern governor that Black history lacks educational value. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

Voting In Church Not Un-American

Voting In Church Not Un-American

Jan. 25, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: I was sorry to read that Cynthia Atkins experienced extreme dismay upon discovering that she would have to enter a church to cast her vote in the Jan. 11 special election. Her discomfort increased when she pulled into the church parking lot. Once inside the church, she became uncomfortable as she “felt the heavy power and symbolism.” 01/31/2023 11:00 PM

Be A Santa Support Appreciated

Be A Santa Support Appreciated

Jan. 18, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: I am so grateful to everyone who participated in the 2022 Be a Santa to a Senior program. This was my fifth year serving as coordinator, and I was once again overwhelmed and inspired by the generosity of our community. 01/31/2023 11:00 PM