Saturday short takes
A ‘Do Not Yield’ sign on taxes
Republican Gov. Bob McDonnell’s plan to replenish Virginia’s disappearing transportation dollars ran smack into political roadblocks in the House of Delegates this week — on both sides of the aisle. …
A remedy for bad dog owners
Most dog owners love their companions deeply. When taking care of a creature that offers unconditional love, it is hard not to love back. The bonds are strong, so strong that sometimes humans forget that Fluffy is still an animal. …
More people than ever visit state parks
Record attendance at Virginia state parks in 2012 was welcome news for communities lucky enough have one nearby. Count among them some Southwest Virginia communities. …
January 12, 2013 - 9:05 AM
Having gone through just a touch of what the SPCA deemed “a dangerous dog”, I have come to believe that they see zebras every time there are hoof-beats and it means a lot of animals die needlessly.