Spend summer on the Smith River

There’s no better way to beat the heat than getting in the water, and the crisp, cool 45-degree waters of the Smith River will cool you down. Along the Smith River Trail System, eleven public canoe ramps are available for use by paddlers and fishermen. If you enjoy whitewater, canoe or kayak the river during... Read More

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June 26, 2019

Day Trip Adventures

Day trips. Or as we call them in the Vogler household: adventures. Whatever you choose to call them, these excursions can be a great way to get out of the house (and your normal routine) for a day without breaking your bank account. Blair and I have always enjoyed these little getaways for as long... Read More

Columns, Confessions of a 30 Something

June 18, 2019

What will you discover?

Halifax County and South Boston, Virginia lie just north of the Carolina border where stunning scenic byways and classic country roads will lead you through beautiful countryside and into quaint downtowns and various attractions, including vineyards, historical landmarks, two state parks, a world-class equestrian ranch, and a craft distillery. Come, venture our way for a... Read More

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June 6, 2019

Trolling pirates that plunder

What not to post on facebook while on vacation We all love sharing those photos of us enjoying our vacations, making all those still sitting at their desk jealous of our current adventures. Yet, there is a right way and a wrong way to do it, and if you are not careful, you could come... Read More

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May 23, 2019

The Golden Rule

I like to think of myself as a pretty young guy. For me, graduating high school still seems like it was just yesterday. In reality, it was 2005 and in those fourteen years, so much has changed for high school students. What students are learning today, and how they learn it, has obviously changed, oftentimes... Read More

Columns, Confessions of a 30 Something

May 10, 2019

The Rewards of Hard Work

Grace Holland, being the fourth Wahoo in her family and George Washington High School’s 2019 Valedictorian, is a success to her family and to the city of Danville. An immensely self-motivated citizen in the community and a model student when held to any standard, Holland serves as a testament for hard-work and respecting the value... Read More

Education, Local, People

May 7, 2019

If a task is begun, never leave it till’ it is done

Determination has led Elizabeth Durham to be the dedicated student, dancer, violinist, and philanthropist she is today. “Once I start something, I am committed. This is the way that my mother has raised me,” states Durham. Durham will graduate from Chatham High School this May having been a member of the Beta Club, the Fellowship... Read More

Education, Local

April 29, 2019

Taking Care of Our Temple

Here’s a public service announcement: drinking an abundance of energy drinks and not enough water, along with too much protein in the diet, and then taking over-the-counter sleeping pills each day is not good for your body. This probably seems like common sense to most, but for me, being stubborn like I am, I had... Read More

Columns, Confessions of a 30 Something