These groups, made up of elected (by whatever means) representatives from the localities in each district, oversee programs that help farmers adopt practices that protect water and soil quality. So maybe it's time to consider another way to handle this important function by folding it into the state Department of Conservation and Recreation, for example, As for Beato, he'll have something to add to his resume that's bound to be a conversation starter when he's ready to interview for jobs....

The crowd, waving American flags, and many holding signs, recited the Pledge of Allegiance, sang the national anthem and stood for a moment of silence. If we start giving away citizenship, what will it be worth? Being an American takes work and sacrifice, becoming part of this great experiment, this melting pot. If they don't want to become a citizen, they deserve to be deported because they do not deserve the freedom that our country stands for or our benefits which we work so hard for....

They are also available at the sites with the painted pumpkins and at www.visitwinchesterva.com. Prizes for costumes, games for children. Admission is one non-perishable food item per person for the food pantry. Children may come dressed in costume, no masks. In the event of inclement weather the event will be canceled. This is a safe alternative to Halloween and positive role model costumes welcome. Costumes encouraged, $4 per child. All proceeds benefit the volunteer fire and rescue...

Local organizations say fund raising can be challenging in an area with only two Fortune 500 companies - Norfolk Southern corp. and Smithfield Foods inc. - and a transient military population. But that total still exceeds the 2004 results, the foundation's top executive said, and preliminary reports indicate a bounceback for 2007. The numbers for 69 nonprofit groups combine donations from individuals, businesses and foundations, government grants and revenue from special events but do not...

Monday, Nov 12, 2007 - 12:14:11 am CST As the executive director of Campus Life, on behalf of our staff and board of directors, I would like to sincerely apologize for the lack of judgment shown in the goldfish incident at a Campus Life club held recently at Scott Middle School and to those who were affected by this activity. Monday, Nov 12, 2007 - 12:14:11 am CST As the executive director of Campus Life, on behalf of our staff and board of directors, I would like to sincerely apologize...