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Archeological discovery

“An extraordinary find!” These were the words of Dr. I.C. Digg from a local university referring to his team’s discovery of a cache of tools ... Read more

by Rex Alphin, Wednesday, May 2, 2012 9:10 am

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Planting a straight row

Perhaps it starts at age 3 when he lines up his Cheerios in a straight line on the spoon. Or maybe it’s in the sand ... Read more

by Rex Alphin, Wednesday, April 25, 2012 9:56 am

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Am I the only one?

Am I the only one who complains about the world’s work ethic while spending five hours watching TV? Read more

by Rex Alphin, Wednesday, April 18, 2012 10:18 am

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The soil always wins

It’s sitting there now. Right out my back yard. The same soil my grandfather walked his mules through and rode his buggy over. The same ... Read more

by Rex Alphin, Wednesday, April 11, 2012 10:04 am

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Beginnings

My dad always said that if you get a plant off to a good start, it’s half the battle. But give it a poor start ... Read more

by Rex Alphin, Wednesday, April 4, 2012 10:29 am

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Budget challenges face IOW supervisors

The Isle of Wight Board of Supervisors and staff are in the midst of determining the budget for fiscal year 2012-2013, which starts this July ... Read more

by Rex Alphin, Saturday, March 31, 2012 11:11 am

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Bigger barns

He’s getting to be quite old these days. Most of you know Samuel. I personally am well acquainted with the man, having observed him during ... Read more

by Rex Alphin, Wednesday, March 28, 2012 11:06 am

Opinion

Blind spots

He sat, tapping his pencil on the desk, bouncing his left leg, as his client went on and on. “It is of particular interest to ... Read more

by Rex Alphin, Wednesday, March 21, 2012 10:24 am

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History tour

Come right this way. You young ones in the back, try and keep up. Follow me as we walk down into this deep crevice. Be ... Read more

by Rex Alphin, Wednesday, March 14, 2012 10:15 am

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The commute

His radio alarm broke the morning silence. “WLTP, where life takes place! Top ‘o the morning to….” Read more

by Rex Alphin, Wednesday, March 7, 2012 10:12 am

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