What’s the Word: Finding words to deal with grief
By Charles Johnson / Columnist The importance of communication to human society cannot be overestimated. Without language, without some way to get across our ideas and impart information to those around us, human progress would have undoubtedly slowed to a veritable standstill.But beyond the transmission of ideas and information, language gives us the all-important ability…
Read MoreDon Rigsby an excellent choice as director of economic development
Our Viewpoint The Standard applauds the Industrial Development Board’s choice of Don Rigsby for the job of director of economic development.In his month on the job as Chamber of Commerce president, Rigsby has been quick to impress. He has the people skills and knowledge of industrial recruitment needed to bring new jobs into Warren County.…
Read MoreChamber awards given to deserving individuals
Our Viewpoint It’s difficult to think of more deserving individuals to honor than Carolyn Mansfield, Linda Gilbert and Floyd Bouldin. The three were recognized for their tireless efforts Monday night during the annual Chamber of Commerce banquet.The three are what this community needs. They are constantly working to make Warren County a better place, yet…
Read MoreArmchair Quarterback: Looking to the 2003-04 NFL season
By Duane Sherrill / Columnist That’s what the Raiders get for costing me a trip to San Diego by beating the Titans in the championship game.Just as I said last week, defense almost always beats offense in Super Bowls which have a one-week turnaround and the Buccaneer route was no different. They did exactly what…
Read MoreBoyd girls dropped by Tigerettes
By DALE STUBBLEFIELD / Staff Reporter for the Southern Standard With a District 8-A win on the line, the Tigerettes of Gordonsville defeated the Lady Broncos 57-36 Friday night in the Stanley-Boyd Gym.Gordonsville would score the first eight points of the game before Boyd’s Mary Reynolds hit from the baseline at the 5:18 mark to…
Read MoreGordonsville clips Broncos: Tigers seal win at charity stripe
By DALE STUBBLEFIELD / Staff Reporter for the Southern Standard A big third quarter by Gordonsville lifted the Tigers to victory over the Broncos at home Friday night, 50-48.Both teams had a productive first quarter. Boyd hit the scoreboard first and over the next eight minutes the teams would exchange baskets. Gordonsville held a 15-12…
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