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Holiday Wish List

Holiday Wish List

You may be wondering what the perfect gift for friends and family this year might be, with energy prices increasing so much. Here are some ideas for your shopping list that can bring value beyond the gift itself—because these actually cut costs and save energy.

A Gift of Savings

A Gift of Savings

How can I save energy at home during the holiday season?

Spirit of the Season

Spirit of the Season

The season of gratitude is upon us. I want to thank you readers for stopping by this column to get my musings on the garden for the last 21 years. In this, my last article, I think back fondly on how plants have helped cultivate friendships and well-being.

Crossing New Frontiers

Crossing New Frontiers

The Bavarian Chef is now a second-generation family operation. Remaining true to the old-world food and the family tradition, the menu has regular favorites supplemented by a rotating list of specials.

Cookie Swap

Cookie Swap

Cookie Swap A few fun cookie recipes to exchange with friends or leave for Santa Chocolate Exquisite Cookies Recipe courtesy of Joann Hensley, McGaheysville, Va. Ingredients: 1 cup butter 1 cup sugar 1 cup light brown sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups flour 2 ½...

What’s in a Name?

What’s in a Name?

Ben Hur is a small, unincorporated community in Lee County that was named for the 1880 novel, “Ben-Hur: a Tale of the Christ,” written by former Union General Lew Wallace.