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By Rebecca Maynard In 2002, Jay Duvall’s family purchased a piece of land in White Post. While clearing old fields that had been let go for ages, he happened upon a single small oak tree that had been bent to its limits by the weight of a larger fallen tree. “Over time, the small oak […]
By Doug Pifer While out dog walking, I glanced at our backyard apple tree and saw a big wasp flying towards a low-growing, lichen-covered branch. Something dropped heavily to the ground, and I walked over to investigate. I wondered, had the wasp knocked a small ripening apple out of the tree? In the tall grass […]
By Brenda Waugh Addiction Awareness Month, observed in September in the United States, is a time dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of substance use disorders. This observance aims to reduce stigma, educate communities, and provide support to individuals and families affected by addiction. By dedicating a month to awareness, we can work together to […]
Congratulations to the Ruritan Club of Clarke County for a wildly successful Clarke County Fair! And a big thanks to everyone who had a hand in the event. When you’re at the fair having a great time, and everything‘s going so smoothly, it’s really easy to forget just how many people and volunteers it takes […]
By Kim Denison It has been a long time since I wrote an actual letter, but my son Evan would expect nothing less. That is how he lived his life, with his words and connections to others. Below is a summary of a few of the many emotions I have encountered since Evan’s passing. Grief July […]
By Jennifer M. Lee To the delight of thousands of people, the 20th annual Watermelon Pickers’ Festival returns to the Clarke County Ruritan Fairgrounds this September 6 and 7. As a long-time attendee of and photographer for the festival, I sum up my experience there as “the happiest place on earth.” The music is exceptional […]
By Hope Cather While you’re at the Clarke County Fair, be sure to visit The Barn Area. Good things abound there: Good times for the over 150 exhibitors; good vibes for exhibitors, volunteers, and families; and —very important to us all — good news for the future of our community youth can be seen there. […]
By Rebecca Maynard It is almost time once again for what many consider the county’s best week of the year — the annual Clarke County Fair. The always popular event runs Sunday, August 11 through Saturday, August 17 at the Clarke County Ruritan Fairgrounds, located at 890 W. Main St. in Berryville. A collection of […]