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Rob Hedelt archive
LISTEN ON THE WATER >> Dial for information 'Smart buoy' talks to boaters BUOY TALK 7/20/2008
It's a wild world out there! 7/17/2008
Readers share their encounters with some area wildlife 7/15/2008
Crabby logo makes retailer very happy CONTACTS 7/13/2008
Summer's 'Saving Grace' is on the way 7/11/2008
If he doesn't answer, leave a message 7/10/2008
Boating isn't that much of a gas this summer 7/8/2008
A salute to the crews that follow the storms 6/22/2008
Benjamin Bratt leads new A&E series in unusual direction 6/22/2008
Push is under way for Neck license plate 6/19/2008
King George native is reaching for the stars 6/17/2008
Another story about a lost, then returned, high school class ring 6/15/2008
Programmers will try anything under the sun to capture you 6/15/2008
We're seeing 'charged-up' weather here 6/12/2008
Think about it: We are all part of the problem 6/10/2008
Sick eaglet gets better; ring mystery is solved 6/8/2008
'In Plain Sight' shoots for edgy, ends up trying a little too hard 6/8/2008
Musicians honor 'DooDah' 6/5/2008
Looking for wildlife tales from readers 6/3/2008
Mystery of class ring may have been solved 6/1/2008
New trend for end-of-season shows: Killing off a character 6/1/2008
All state parks now have GPS units 5/29/2008
Thoughts after a surreal incident 5/27/2008
'Andromeda Strain' a passable way to spend holiday evening 5/25/2008
Museum dedicating its new big, red barn 5/22/2008
Milestone for wildlife hospital's director 5/20/2008
Long races yield happy memories, strange sights 5/18/2008
Kindergartners meet Parris Island pen pal 5/15/2008
'Back to You' regroups after strike to augment audience 5/11/2008
Graduation brings back memories of son's first school day 5/11/2008
Book helps author learn gift from her late father 5/8/2008
TEA FOR TRAIL 5/6/2008
Chasing the sunshine, looking for blues skies 5/4/2008
Viewers get frustrated when networks move shows around 5/4/2008
Pilots share memories of life on the Potomac 5/1/2008
Vineyard video aims to attract attention 4/29/2008
Basketball celebration not exactly a banner day 4/27/2008
'Cash Cab' offers viewers fun ride 4/27/2008
Parks officials working together 4/24/2008
Judge Scott: Respected on bench, beloved by his friends 4/22/2008
George the Groundhog one of those special signs of springtime 4/20/2008
'Sweet Nothing' gets high marks WANNA WATCH? 4/20/2008
Readers rejoice in the coming of spring 4/17/2008
Paintings show what Birthplace visitors may not see 4/15/2008
Deck offers new outlook on weather and heeding directions 4/13/2008
Margulies terrific in new series 4/13/2008
If you want to tilt at windmills, here's one 4/10/2008
303 college ave. >> Ghostly guests frequent charming home 303 college ave. >> 4/10/2008
hope and glory >> Former Irvington school now an offbeat inn hope and glory >> 4/10/2008
Test can be a real lifesaver for many COLONOSCOPY >> Cancer-screening procedure 4/8/2008
Life is all in how you look at it 4/6/2008
A little too much reality may not be such a bad thing after all 4/6/2008
One person's spring story highlighted by dove love 4/3/2008
Woman says Mother Nature can cure what ails 4/1/2008
House tour inspires visions of ideal abode 3/30/2008
Sci-Fi's 'Battlestar Gallactica' greatly surpasses the original WANNA WATCH? 3/30/2008
Take a chance to share what you like most about spring 3/27/2008
Pollen gives reminder of years as a pin cushion 3/25/2008
Lost art of plaster back at Montpelier 3/23/2008
HBO's 'John Adams' is stellar WANNA WATCH? 3/23/2008
Readers respond to some recent columns 3/20/2008
1921 yearbook shows not much has changed 3/18/2008
Each March, a man's fancy turns to HOOPS 3/16/2008
Hero of 'New Amsterdam' may save show despite faulty premise 3/16/2008
Regional briefs 3/15/2008
Three issues come from road trips around state 3/13/2008
Readers enjoy real life dumb deeds 3/11/2008
Arrival of DST a sign that spring is almost here 3/9/2008
'Dexter' doesn't belong on CBS; Showtime is appropriate place 3/9/2008
Updates on a couple of recent columns 3/6/2008
Groups seek to interpret historic Bay trail 3/4/2008
Readers share things that make them happy 3/2/2008
Readers weigh in with more annoyances 2/28/2008
Readers share some of their big gripes 2/26/2008
With strike over; programming machine whirs back to life 2/24/2008
Bye-bye skinny pants, but battle of the bulge ain't over 2/24/2008
Theater returning to downtown locations 2/21/2008
Drummer part of glue that holds community 2/19/2008
Visions that live in glass housing shouldn't throw lawyer Stone WANNA WATCH? 2/17/2008
Young woman unusual in her field Blacksmith will hone skills at college 2/14/2008
Chesapeake explorations yield John Smith book 2/10/2008
Return of 'Lost' is a welcome change from reruns and junk 2/10/2008
Educator gives insights into Bay 2/7/2008
Smokers: The world is not your ashtray GRIPES AND GRINS 2/5/2008
Bushy-tailed thugs can drive you nuts 2/3/2008
Drive down 'October Road' on ABC during writers strike 2/3/2008
Building a 'Community Place' in the Valley 1/31/2008
Time to share your 'Gripes and Grins' GRIPES AND GRINS 1/29/2008
Official Maryland treatgets an 'aye' from Rob 1/27/2008
Hallmark's solid story wins with good acting, emotional punch 1/27/2008
Movie, TV projects fall in line for local native 1/24/2008
Baseball's appeal moving with Richmond Braves 1/22/2008
Snow is the favorite over ice in winter 1/20/2008
Former 'Firefly' actress charms on sizzling 'Terminator' series 1/20/2008
Orange man's play performed around U.S. 1/17/2008
Races dedicated to Va. Tech victims 1/15/2008
Singer says thanks for the salute in final show 1/13/2008
'Cashmere Mafia' lacks spark, poor clone of 'Sex and the City' 1/13/2008
Mother remembers her badge of honor 1/10/2008
Many agree that rude behavior needs to be confronted 1/8/2008
Admitting addiction to fantasy, sci-fi books 1/6/2008
TV execs should make a few resolutions on viewers' behalf 1/6/2008
Resolve to help put a stop to rude behavior 1/3/2008
Friends, fans mark Strobel's last day 1/1/2008
For Christmas, it's 'Silent Night' 12/25/2007
Bing is king of yuletide sing TOP SONGS 12/23/2007
Fogelberg's death a loss to entire generation 12/20/2007
This Santa's sleigh is John Deere green 12/18/2007
Spirit still burns brightly 12/16/2007
British, Virginia sites sign formal 'sister' agreement 12/13/2007
Tell us what your favorite holiday tunes are HOW TO VOTE 12/11/2007
Catching up on recent column topics 12/9/2007
Tom Selleck joins cast of NBC's 'Las Vegas'; it's worth watching 12/9/2007
Local farms participate in Trees for Troops DONATIONS 12/6/2007
It's holiday time in Reedville want to go? 12/4/2007
For some, Christmas can't come too early 12/2/2007
Not a tear-jerker, Hallmark film with Sissy Spacek worth a look 12/2/2007
You never know when your past will visit you 11/29/2007
Whose lights shine the brightest? BRIGHT LIGHTS 11/27/2007
Top-notch cast has fun with roles in 'Samantha Who?' 11/4/2007
Wood-turner's wares at festival CALEDON WINING 11/1/2007
Shenandoah remembers pioneers who created park PURSUE POLLOCK 10/30/2007
French visitors say oui to marathon 10/28/2007
CBS' 'Big Bang Theory' hits the right note with odd characters 10/28/2007
Mr. Fix-it now guitar craftsman 10/25/2007
This guitar picker is now a guitar maker orange instruments used by top musicians 10/23/2007
First jobs are often, but not always, worst ones 10/21/2007
'Life' gets more and more interesting all the time 10/21/2007
Getting down and dirty with first and worst jobs 10/18/2007
Readers share their first-job horrors 10/16/2007
Frustrating radar shows storms going around us 10/14/2007
Michelle Ryan not so super in remake of 'Bionic Woman' 10/14/2007
Museum remembers 'The Waltons' show 10/11/2007
Band raising money to have piles of fun 10/9/2007
Summer seems to be lingering longer 10/7/2007
One likable character can't save the horrible 'Dirty Sexy Money' 10/7/2007
Crazy drivers seem to think they're more important than all of us 10/4/2007
state fairgirl, 16, develops stage presence Pig racing a tradition for teenager, family RACING PIGS 10/2/2007
College town becomes a second home 9/30/2007
Spies inject intrigue into the life of nerdy 'Chuck,' a fall best bet 9/30/2007
Spotsy native gets soap opera role 9/27/2007
School is 'educating young women for life' EDUCATION LEADER HEADS INTO 19th YEAR 9/25/2007
Caroline will be perfect setting for State Fair 9/23/2007
New police drama 'K-ville' on Fox exploits Katrina victims 9/23/2007
Theater takes step into movie future and it shows 9/20/2007
Share your memories of first and worst jobs FIRST & WORST 9/18/2007
Good wheels keep on turning for decades 9/16/2007
Catch up with people featured in previous columns DETAILS 9/13/2007
Masters practice crafts at Montpelier RESTORATION >> Returning Madison's home to prior condition 9/11/2007
Ceremonies help remind us that life is all rite 9/9/2007
New ideas made summer programs worth watching 9/9/2007
Explore Charlottesville's Lewis & Clark Center 9/6/2007
Tell us all about your first and worst jobs FIRST & WORST 9/4/2007
RAPPAHANNOCK BECOMES CLASSROOM 9/2/2007
'Californication's' appeal is sex 9/2/2007
Sending kids off to college gets easier every year 8/30/2007
Richmond County Fair oriented to farms, youth 8/28/2007
To play or not to play can become wedge issue 8/26/2007
Treasures of Northern Neck on new DVD 8/23/2007
Who needs bifocals? Apparently it's me 8/21/2007
Rain isn't the only source of August drips 8/19/2007
'Mad Men' spins an edgy look at advertising execs on AMC 8/19/2007
Lessons help teachers teach Civil War history 8/16/2007
Teacher might have been farmer, waterman 8/14/2007
Shut up and just watch the movie, thank you 8/12/2007
Much-hyped 'Damages' not hitting its stride yet 8/12/2007
Local actor has big role in comedy 'Hot Rod' 8/9/2007
Tappahannock Photographer creates studio 9 Gallery is picture perfect 8/7/2007
Island folks can teach lessons to rest of us 8/5/2007
TNT epic delivers CIA intrigue 8/5/2007
Old way of life is changing on Smith Island OF TIME AND TIDES >> Islanders cherish their world on the Bay 8/2/2007
Foundation teaches educators Bay lessons ISLAND EDUCATION >> Hoping to pass on love of Chesapeake Bay 7/31/2007
SUPPORT community rallies around boy Kids take laps for sick pal 7/24/2007
timeless camp closes the generation gap It was a 'grand' time 7/22/2007
Summer program 'Burn Notice' sizzles Thursday nights on USA 7/22/2007
Some observations from recent travels 7/19/2007
Park's creation story told Brutally honest Exhibit looks at Shenandoah Park's history 7/17/2007
Reunion concert set for Fairview Beach 7/1/2007
Park ranger puts artistic talents to many good uses 6/28/2007
Visits prompt strange tales 6/24/2007
Cable offerings show promise 6/24/2007
Local groups help families of wounded war veterans HOW TO HELP 6/21/2007
Keeping cool in the heat of battle 6/19/2007
Devil dog and bubble bath among houseguest horrors 6/17/2007
Supernatural angle detracts 6/17/2007
Computers come to the state's great outdoors ONLINE 6/14/2007
antique cars show set Restoring cars is an addiction 6/12/2007
Parakeet left gift guest has never forgotten 6/10/2007
'Payne' lacks Medea focus 6/10/2007
Happy anniversary, 'Angler' 6/7/2007
Slave reunion committee chair has Montpelier ties 6/5/2007
Smack attack finally works 6/3/2007
Bassett makes Civil War fiddle sing again 5/31/2007
EXCERPTS FROM EDDIE ALLEN'S DIARY 5/27/2007
New season of favorites this fall, plus array of network prospects 5/27/2007
Grateful after recent experience at hospital 5/24/2007
Still looking for houseguest horrors 5/22/2007
Whacking weeds turns out to be rash move 5/20/2007
Volunteers build new venue at park OUTDOOR EDUCATION >> Lake Anna gets classroom in the woods 5/17/2007
A Mother's Day cheer for single moms 5/13/2007
'Grey's Anatomy' tries spinoff with Addison in Los Angeles 5/13/2007
Summer is the season for hosting visitors 5/10/2007
Tech tragedy signals time for less violent entertainment 5/8/2007
Being forgetful can have an upside 5/6/2007
Storefront holds a surprise 5/3/2007
Museum ready for Derby day 5/1/2007
'The Real Wedding Crashers' on NBC lets one say 'I don't' 4/29/2007
Irked by cell talk, dawdling drivers 4/29/2007
Personal chef finally feeding her soul 4/26/2007
CORRECTION 4/15/2007
Bluegrass, history meet at Menokin 4/15/2007
Drama drawn from auto tragedy packs a powerful punch 4/15/2007
Locust Farm >> A family affair since the Civil War 4/12/2007
Horn Point >> Perfect place to watch the sun rise 4/12/2007
Catchpenny >> More modern, but still magnificent Catchpenny >> 4/12/2007
New Kent >> Burleigh offers country charm, and GW link? 4/12/2007
Austere but with unique touches Aspen Grove >> Aspen Grove >> 4/12/2007
Reluctant columnist getting physical 4/12/2007
Improving the park Major renovations are taking shape inside the Caledon Natural Area 4/10/2007
Readers share some more gripes and grins 4/8/2007
After long wait, 'The Sopranos' returns to start last run on HBO 4/8/2007
Unruly kids, restaurants with dust bring gripes 4/5/2007
Readers sound off with gripes, and grins 4/3/2007
Madison, duPont families featured 4/1/2007
Tune in to FX for something completely different 4/1/2007
Spring dreams dashed by cold reality 3/29/2007
Last call for your gripes, and your grins 3/27/2007
Garden Week tour offers circus of delights 3/25/2007
Chichester's presence enriched legislature 3/22/2007
Got a gripe or a grin? Share it with us GRIPES&GRINS 3/20/2007
Lifetime's 'Blood Ties' features another crime-fighting vampire 3/18/2007
Caroline family repaid for its deeds NEW HOME >> Habitat for Humanity helps 3/15/2007
'Minimester' brings out creativity 3/13/2007
Readers share advice on gifts, treats 3/11/2007
When ratings falter, TV execs back away from strange territory 3/11/2007
People can sponsor center's animals 3/8/2007
She's passionate about community VIRTUES>> Maintaining, marketing small-town feel 3/6/2007
The office 'calorie counter' is a sweet spot 3/4/2007
NBC's 'The Black Donnellys' is a sad, dark midseason addition 3/4/2007
Fundraiser will help young coach with cancer 3/1/2007
Donation brings Bay's past to life 2/27/2007
Many Oscar films never made it to screens here 2/25/2007
There's no fun in dysfunctional family on 'Brothers & Sisters' 2/25/2007
Civil War crises have modern day similarities 2/22/2007
Montpelier opens new gate, making room for firetrucks 2/21/2007
Pastor uses her family ties to minister to those in need 2/20/2007
Beware of addictive boat shows 2/18/2007
Viewers just want quality, predictable TV programming 2/18/2007
Mother Nature's always ready with a surprise WINTER >> Storm caused problems, but also left behind beauty 2/15/2007
Whether snow falls or not today, the night-before ritual hasn't changed much through the years 2/13/2007
Coming up with the perfect Valentine's gift goes from hard to impossible over the years 2/11/2007
Talented cast makes CBS' comedy 'Class' merit perfect attendance 2/11/2007
Museum gets new life 2/8/2007
New interpretive signs help Montpelier visitors understand the life of slaves on the plantation 2/6/2007
From roads to movies to raising children, readers share their wishes for change 2/4/2007
Likable Paul Blackthorne gives Sci Fi's 'Dresden Files' strength 2/4/2007
Sharing readers' wishes 2/1/2007
Hennage has right tools for any job UNIQUE COLLECTION >> Providing a look at Westmoreland's past 1/30/2007
Readers add more to stories 1/28/2007
Hallmark Hall of Fame delivers the goods with moving tale tonight 1/28/2007
Looking for your 3 wishes 1/25/2007
Sunday snow brings back memories of past winters 1/23/2007
Unhappy campers abound 1/21/2007
'In Case of Emergency' is laughable--but not funny 1/21/2007
Despite 'Borat' star, Golden Globes OK 1/18/2007
ROOM FOR CLASSICS 1/16/2007
His name isn't hard to say 1/14/2007
Winter nights sometimes call for different type of program 1/14/2007
Seniors are getting fit 1/11/2007
A pox in the house 1/9/2007
Battling an epidemic POLIO NURSE SHARES MEMORIES 1/7/2007
'Ugly Betty' showcases perfect cast and sweet heroine 1/7/2007
Remembering a friend of 25 years, Ashton Burruss 1/4/2007
Helping those in need 12/24/2006
If only Christmas wishes were fulfilled in TV network land 12/24/2006
Song and poem for Christmas 12/21/2006
It's about enjoyment 12/19/2006
2006 GRAND HOLIDAY DISPLAYS Area residents go all out to light up the season SOME OF THE BEST & BRIGHTEST A 12/17/2006
Lowe's holiday movie entertains but doesn't delight 12/17/2006
Different shopping strategies 12/14/2006
Reporter honors teacher 12/12/2006
Special Christmases stand out in memory 12/10/2006
Modern Christmas programs can't replace the classics 12/10/2006
HOLIDAYGIVING Christmas gifts flow to region's needy children 12/5/2006
Football revives the spirit 12/3/2006
Adventurous librarian is the reluctant hero of this thrilling series 12/3/2006
Rotary's pancakes a ritual 11/30/2006
Capturing park on film 11/28/2006
It's time to nominate area's best-decorated properties 11/26/2006
Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation doesn't live up to the standards 11/26/2006
Readers offer their thanks 11/23/2006
Putting more candor into park's stories 11/21/2006
Time to be thankful 11/16/2006
Many in need for the holidays 11/14/2006
NATURE'SJEWEL Readers choose autumn--its colors, tastes, smells--as their favorite season 11/12/2006
NBC's 'Heroes' captures audience 11/12/2006
Regional briefs 11/10/2006
'What life here looks like' 11/9/2006
Good day sunshine 11/7/2006
Hoarding has its problems 11/5/2006
Fox's 'Justice' is guilty of just plain horrible television 11/5/2006
acorn ABUNDANCE 11/2/2006
This was the American Revolution's 'other' tea party 11/2/2006
Wyatt's death evokes wistful memories of simpler times 10/29/2006
RUN OF THE MILL Renovated gristmill turns out 100 pounds a day Photographs by SUZANNE CARR ROSSI W 10/26/2006
A fitting tribute for professor, submariner 10/24/2006
Family as happy as clams 10/22/2006
NBC's 'Friday Night Lights' brings dazzle to Tuesdays 10/22/2006
PEAKSHOW Turning leaves still bring folks in S 10/19/2006
Beckoned by the ripples of a graceful ray 10/15/2006
New fall programs refreshing, networks turn over new leaf 10/15/2006
Nagging for pick of seasons 10/12/2006
Retired racehorses 10/10/2006
Katrina family will get house built here 10/8/2006
'Smith,' despite Ray Liotta, is disappointment on CBS 10/8/2006
Folks ready for fair move 10/5/2006
Sailing away From Missouri to Kinsale, by water 10/3/2006
Spring, summer, winter, fall--which is favorite of all? 10/1/2006
NBC hopes for hit with Aaron Sorkin's 'Studio 60' 10/1/2006
Bicycle riding not that easy 9/28/2006
Curry being housed in Curry 9/26/2006
Parting pain still lingers 9/24/2006
McGovern charms in quirky 'Three Moons Over Milford' 9/24/2006
Area Samaritans change lives in Peru 9/21/2006
Tourney helps people remember one Titan 9/19/2006
Wedding suspense nearly over 9/17/2006
Dire twists and turns await in Fox's new 'Vanished' 9/17/2006
Works of precision 9/14/2006
Making Angel a rescue dog was involved process for handler, too 9/12/2006
Turning 50: Mix of pain and pleasure 9/10/2006
Interest in filming comes from parents' gift 9/7/2006
Networks, beware: Cable offerings are claiming fans 8/27/2006
Without immunity net, couple looking for votes 8/24/2006
James Monroe grad dug Athens 8/24/2006
ONEATATIME Photos by Suzanne Carr Rossi The Free Lance-Star 8/22/2006
Whatever the weather, enjoy it 8/20/2006
Dancing brings immunity 8/17/2006
Farmers help Food Bank 8/17/2006
Bioterrorism focus of new surveillance 8/15/2006
Tea-party leftover is a doughy roll that goes to waist 8/13/2006
Story surprisingly powerful despite its imperfections 8/13/2006
Award recipient treats clients like family 8/10/2006
Lewis & Clark Center moving ahead 8/8/2006
Updates from Ferry Farm and Hollywood 8/6/2006
'Angela's Eyes,' a new Lifetime cop drama, is worth watching 8/6/2006
Northern Neck teen a rising music talent 8/3/2006
'Today' finalists are local 8/1/2006
Personal Mr. Fixit needed 7/30/2006
Showtime's 'The Brotherhood' spotlights crime and politics 7/30/2006
City kids get feel for the rural 7/27/2006
Cardboard ferry crosses river 7/25/2006
Tall corn triggers memories 7/23/2006
Job running Stratford Hall is a natural fit 7/20/2006
How the wind blows important to this man 7/18/2006
Afternoon tea and a history lesson, too 7/16/2006
New Stephen King series falls flat 7/16/2006
There's plenty to learn about the Fredericksburg area 7/16/2006
Portrait of an artist 7/13/2006
John Hiatt is at the head of his class 7/13/2006
SavinG LOCAL History Deltaville Maritime Museum is a hub 7/11/2006
Nettles add zing to river 7/9/2006
Storm, fireworks put on real July 4th show 7/6/2006
New life for old bicycles 6/18/2006
Without Snipes, can 'Blade: The Series' make the cut? 6/18/2006
Westmoreland State Park built with pride 6/15/2006
RIVERSIDE REVIVAL Port Kinsale gets a boost 6/13/2006
Small jobs help build a career 6/11/2006
Tom Everett Scott's likable, flawed character rescues TNT's 'Saved' 6/11/2006
New Park Service film mixes real-life quotes, live action 6/10/2006
Local actress wins starring 'Lion King' role 6/8/2006
LOVE BOATS 6/6/2006
Spotsylvania vet recalls D-Day experiences 6/4/2006
Gimmicks making run-of-the-mill shows seem like must-see TV 6/4/2006
Players positive this year 6/1/2006
Here's why movies aren't making money 5/30/2006
Dining hall experience comes far 5/28/2006
Action of Fox's '24' leads the trend to revive the 'cliffhanger' 5/28/2006
A spooky business 5/25/2006
Bluebirds, trees good for a grin 5/23/2006
Folks fed up with trash, traffic 5/21/2006
'West Wing,' like other greats, goes out with a bang 5/21/2006
Why can't restaurant servers just say hello? 5/18/2006
Circus is more than performers 5/16/2006
Mother's Day gets trickier as you age 5/14/2006
Viewers brace for the networks to announce new fall schedule 5/14/2006
Valentino continues to produce on farm 5/11/2006
Warsaw gets moving Vietnam Memorial 5/9/2006
Seeking funds and aid online 5/7/2006
Last call for gripes and grins 5/4/2006
Bluegrass restores life to Menokin 5/2/2006
Cutting grass still a pleasure 4/30/2006
'Bones' forensics duo adding romance to crime-solving 4/30/2006
Montpelier work led to some discoveries 4/27/2006
Not blowing off steam Steamboat Era Museum opens new storytelling exhibit on the 'Bay at War' 4/25/2006
Can you hear me yammer? 4/16/2006
Hallmark's 'In From the Night' wins with Marcia Gay Harden 4/16/2006
Wildlife center gets wild 4/13/2006
Westmoreland man's dream coming true 4/11/2006
Not ready for senior discounts 4/9/2006
Too much action, not enough story in TNT's new 'Avenger' 4/9/2006
Get in touch; put your feet on the street 4/6/2006
Drought prediction bound to bring rain 4/4/2006
Daylight-saving time puts spring in his step 4/2/2006
Finally, 'The Sopranos' is back with a bang on HBO 4/2/2006
Ready for a plan--any plan--for Maury 3/30/2006
It's time to gripe and grin 3/28/2006
One more time: Don't poke along in the left lane 3/26/2006
New 'Sons and Daughters': Quirky, odd, dark, amusing 3/26/2006
Students working on break 3/23/2006
Being stuck in beer tank trek not so bad 3/21/2006
80-degree days during winter simply spoil us 3/19/2006
Networks air hot shows on same night to win viewers 3/19/2006
Days on the Bay Author's children update his classic book W 3/16/2006
Park official takes pride in Birthplace 3/14/2006
Manners get lost in the talk 3/12/2006
Offbeat 'Sons and Daughters' breathes new life in TV sitcom 3/12/2006
Review from Turin: Locals flip for games 3/9/2006
Trust will help Shenandoah 3/7/2006
A salute to 'Barn,' 'Chester,' McGavin 3/5/2006
Jenna Elfman woos the crowd on 'Courting Alex' on CBS 3/5/2006
Stafford teen chosen as 2006 oyster roast's beneficiary 3/2/2006
Host of the roast 2/28/2006
CBS' canned 'Love Monkey' has at least one fan mourning 2/26/2006
Tragedy brings out small-town values 2/26/2006
Aye, days of pirates on the Bay 2/23/2006
idol promises Parkside pupils have a serious goal during an evening of fun 2/21/2006
Thoughts of home, laurel and gators 2/19/2006
And now for something completely classic on PBS 2/19/2006
One mild and crazy winter Feb. 12, 2006 On UMW's city campus, 6 inches of snow, high in the 30s, hat, scarf and gloves required. Feb. 15, 2006 Same spot: Balmy, high in the 60s, flip-flops and sunglasses recommended. W 2/16/2006
Olympic vacation for locals 2/14/2006
Why hang out in the left lane? 2/12/2006
No part of 'Crumbs' satisfies the hungry-for-comedy viewer 2/12/2006
The law's clear: You must let drivers pass 2/9/2006
In Richmond, the House just isn't at home 2/7/2006
On game day, eat to win 2/5/2006
ABC's hot 'Grey's Anatomy' attracting fans at a feverish pace 2/5/2006
Boat-builders tapping into 2007 excitement 2/2/2006
Home is where your friends are 1/31/2006
A lesson from Mother Nature I 1/29/2006
Hallmark's latest lacks realism 1/29/2006
Parents' worst fear is realized 1/26/2006
Couple forges new life in Neck 1/24/2006
Weight watching is agony 1/22/2006
'24' starts new season on Fox: An intense, riveting hour a week 1/22/2006
Area native to get a shot at Sundance 1/19/2006
Farmer sows seeds for farming museum 1/17/2006
Romance leads couple to the ER 1/15/2006
Heather Graham stars in new ABC sitcom Mondays 1/15/2006
Lane hogs rule on Route 3 from city to the Wilderness 1/12/2006
Say bye-bye to post-holiday blues this year 1/10/2006
Lists of 100--greatest, best, scariest--filling the airwaves 12/25/2005
Served by SERVE 12/25/2005
What all those holiday update letters should really say 12/22/2005
People pick the perfect pine, or fir, for holiday 12/20/2005
Rivalry missing old spark 12/18/2005
Christmas movies today lack goodwill message and magic 12/18/2005
Vets help eagle soar again 12/15/2005
Winner of the 15th annual Grand Holiday Displays feat gets his j ust Desserts 12/13/2005
Light out to see holiday displays 12/11/2005
AmeriCorps volunteers reflect on relief work 12/8/2005
Weather forced early start for bright-lights cruise 12/6/2005
Orange folks helpold friend 12/4/2005
Mandy Patinkin is worth watching in any show 12/4/2005
Holiday hubbub is welcome 12/1/2005
Yuletide helpers needed 11/29/2005
Wanted: Holiday displays 11/27/2005
Hallmark's contrived plotline rings hollow in 'Silver Bells' 11/27/2005
Plenty of turkeys at kids table 11/24/2005
Friendship chain gets final link 11/22/2005
Bad news isn't easy to process 11/20/2005
Romantic comedy lacks spark 11/20/2005
Helping the animal victims of Katrina 11/17/2005
Share holiday cheer this year with area's needy 11/15/2005
Coming soon: Lots of clever license plates 11/13/2005
CBS tests viewers' stamina with one more disaster film 11/13/2005
Old sailor reunited with pals 11/10/2005
For brilliant fall color, look no further than your home 11/8/2005
My gum for your Hershey? 11/6/2005
Oysters receiving care and nurturing 11/3/2005
Star power helps fuel film festival 11/1/2005
I've honed tardiness to 12 minutes 10/30/2005
'How I Met Your Mother' has potential for success 10/30/2005
Hooked on haunting 10/27/2005
And they'll have fun, fun, fun don't take their Corvairs away 10/25/2005
Monsters mar the 'Surface' of ABC's new show 10/23/2005
Today's teens not so quirky 10/23/2005
Pitching in to fight cancer 10/20/2005
Park offers quiet refuge State agency opens cabins at Lake Anna 10/18/2005
A woman in the Oval Office commands viewers' attention 10/16/2005
Author highlights awards 10/13/2005
Surprise: The Stones still rock 10/11/2005
Renovating Rapidan Camp 10/9/2005
ABC's 'Invasion' occupies perfect spot on Wednesdays 10/9/2005
Appreciating a family business 10/6/2005
LDSGOP, LEXN8V get search for license-tag tales off to good start 10/4/2005
Oh, no; he's done it again 10/2/2005
ESPN airs true story of runner who broke four-minute mile 10/2/2005
Veteran musician helps novice performer 9/29/2005
State Fair is full of surprises 9/27/2005
Park trip turns into bear scare 9/25/2005
Tell us about those COOLPLATES you see 9/22/2005
THEIR TRUE COLORS B&B helps guests grow artistically 9/20/2005
Lancaster luau lauds museum 9/18/2005
Fox's 'The War at Home' launches a crude, vulgar attack Sundays 9/18/2005
Tribe glad to share its culture 9/15/2005
James P. McKnight, longtime city editor at Free Lance-Star, dies 9/13/2005
Much-loved LAND 9/13/2005
Retiring the boat till spring 9/11/2005
HBO's 'Rome' depicts cutthroat power-grabbing in the ancient world 9/11/2005
Katrina, gas prices surreal 9/8/2005
Schools should set the schedule 9/6/2005
Sending son off to college is much easier the second time around 9/4/2005
Networks jump on new sci-fi bandwagon for fall season 9/4/2005
Stompin' grapes in the Neck 9/1/2005
Rude the rule forrude girls 8/28/2005
Parker makes troubling 'Weeds' hard to dislike 8/28/2005
Mother, daughter making music 8/25/2005
Lots of knowledge is a benefit to the Bay 8/23/2005
One last chance for dance 8/21/2005
Show lacks the heart and soul that made the movie special 8/21/2005
Leader walks the YCC talk 8/18/2005
Stafford couple turn former Colonial Beach gas station into full-service coffee shop 8/16/2005
Longtime captain is missed 8/14/2005
Networks' drab summer schedule loses viewers to cable 8/14/2005
Bay immersion 8/11/2005
Lowe, Ormond brighten 'Beach Girls' on Lifetime 8/7/2005
Sharing summer fun of old 8/2/2005
Jamboree leaves lasting memories for boys 7/31/2005
Help 'Wanted'--new TNT cop show should ease graphic violence 7/31/2005
Summers make best memories 7/28/2005
Recalling summer pleasures 7/26/2005
Lewis & Clark program gives Somali youths lesson in U.S. history 7/24/2005
Shore trying to make comeback 7/24/2005
LEARNING COMES TO LIFE L 7/21/2005
Come on, conjure up those favorite summer memories 7/19/2005
A too-long wait at gas pump 7/17/2005
Man's greenhouse grows a business 7/14/2005
Inductee for Fourth fraternity 6/26/2005
Share your favorite moments of summer 6/21/2005
Best Father's Day gifts from the heart 6/19/2005
'The Inside' scoop: Skip the copycat crime show on Fox 6/19/2005
Colonial theater to be reborn 6/16/2005
Sharing stories nationally 6/14/2005
Summer jobs shape futures 6/12/2005
Sedgwick brings forensic flourish to 'The Closer' 6/12/2005
Tappahannock teacher is one tough cookie 6/9/2005
A fitting tribute 6/7/2005
Company inspires cleaning 6/5/2005
Spielberg wins the West 6/5/2005
Northern Neck tourist spot has real flair 6/2/2005
Woman's group hosts tea party for 7,000, sets a record 5/31/2005
After the prom, a big party 5/29/2005
Everybody loved Raymond, will continue to in future 5/29/2005
ENCAMPMENT 5/26/2005
Carving out a career 5/24/2005
Reedville takes pride in fishy reputation 5/22/2005
Students learn of life outside classroom 5/17/2005
Fighting back the gloom 5/15/2005
Local ideas abound at trail conference 5/5/2005
Father's worries turn to pride at son's college days 5/3/2005
It's enlightening to see the way others live 4/28/2005
Marking a family's tragedy 4/24/2005
Neck gets growth warning 4/21/2005
Allergy sufferers had it a lot worse 4/19/2005
ABC's 'Grey's Anatomy': Gripping, racy drama 4/17/2005
Festival at Menokin has a special family meaning 4/17/2005
Smoking out Shenandoah's splendor 4/14/2005
Roadside memorials are grim warnings 4/12/2005
Kindness nourishes the heart 4/10/2005
'NCIS' revisited: A worthy, quirky crime drama on CBS 4/10/2005
Motorists fueling the gripes 4/7/2005
Cell phone use and checkouts grating to gripers 4/5/2005
Customer service is priceless 4/3/2005
TNT's hospital rescue film pulls through successfully 4/3/2005
CBS' cheesy 'Shark Attack' was so bad one had to watch 3/27/2005
Madison's forest appealing 3/24/2005
Orange honors trucker in WWII's Red Ball Express 3/22/2005
Habitat habits matter 3/20/2005
Stamos surprises in ABC's entertaining new sitcom 3/20/2005
Presidential pedal very tough to top 3/17/2005
The restoration of the oysters 3/15/2005
Nothing beats the annual ACC tournament 3/13/2005
Leaden humor on 'Fat Actress' 3/13/2005
Shenandoah chief reviews park's progress 3/10/2005
Doughnut making's a science 3/8/2005
Discord is often part of schools, local government budget process 3/6/2005
Cable network scheduling perplexes, annoys viewers 3/6/2005
Stafford church helps boy 3/3/2005
Scouts honor Stafford teen for risky ocean rescue 3/1/2005
Grandchildren created the MaMaws, Poppys and Gammies 2/27/2005
'NYPD Blue' finally released from ABC's cop-show lineup 2/27/2005
OK, what gets under your skin or makes you grin? 2/24/2005
Putting driving to the test 2/22/2005
Museums reach out to public 2/15/2005
Valentine date: Nine women 2/13/2005
Super Bowl scores for once 2/13/2005
What makes you grumpy? 2/10/2005
All the world's a stage 2/8/2005
Latest on George's place 2/6/2005
Showtime gives viewers another look at 'Huff' 2/6/2005
Leaving his LEGACY 2/3/2005
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