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- Opportunities exist for McAuliffe's struggling Hispanic board by Daniel Cortez
- Groups call on Mark Warner to debate
- Augusta County Library expands services
- AOL's Steve Case offers Virginia wine at his 'Early Mountain Vineyards'
- In Kansas, tea party candidate under medical ethics investigation
- Augusta County welcomes Blue Ridge Machine Works to Mill Place Commerce Park

Great reads from LynnRMitchell.com

For the latest posts from LynnRMitchell.com....

- Nancy Russell: This is how 7th Congressional District money was distributed
- Deborah's family immigration story: little has changed
- Summer 2014: 40 things to do in and around Staunton, Virginia
- Wildlife in Fishersville subdivision
- Seven Arrows microbrewery coming to Fishersville
- RVA's Martin Agency ... still cool after all these years
- Independence Day at Monticello

Political humor: Evolution of the GOP

For the very latest from cartoonist Kurt Michael at LynnRMitchell.com, see Evolution of the GOP.

50 Team Cantor walkers join Autism Society's 5K

In the middle of a sea of red "Team Cantor" tee-shirts was the congressman himself walking to support families who are close to him including Harry Talley, 11, who raised $425. Read more at LynnRMitchell.com....

Augusta County supervisors discuss future of courthouse

Should Augusta County build a new courthouse in Verona, or should they renovate the historic building in Staunton? There was quite a discussion from supervisors at Tuesday's work session. Read Augusta County supervisors discuss future of courthouse at LynnRMitchell.com.

20 made-up lies about Eric Cantor ... and the truth

The rumors and lies about Congressman Eric Cantor continue from Brat supporters. It's time to set the record straight. See 20 made-up lies about Eric Cantor ... and the truth at LynnRMitchell.com.

25 years later ... remembering the Tiananmen Square massacre

Has it really been 25 years since the uprising in Tiananmen Square that resulted in the massacre of hundreds? Those of us who are older remember the young man who defiantly stood up to Chinese tanks (see 25 years later ... remembering the Tiananmen Square massacre).

Virginia: Emmett Hanger proposes compromise on Medicaid expansion

There may be a light at the end of the Medicaid expansion tunnel with today's press release and proposals from state Senator Emmett Hanger (R-Mt. Solon). With the state budget deadline looming, legislators are feeling pressure to do something about the stand-off between the Senate, House, and Governor Terry McAuliffe. (See Virginia: Emmett Hanger proposes compromise on Medicaid expansion.)

Perspective ... a teen's final days, a family's courage journey

In the midst of political sniping, a story like this puts life in perspective. Read about Kennedy's journey into the final days of her life (see Perspective ... a teen's final days, a family's courage journey).

'I support Eric Cantor'

Brian Kirwin lays it on the line with his support of Congressman Eric Cantor. Read his guest post at LynnRMitchell.com (see I support Eric Cantor).

Memorial Day 2014

Earthquake confirmed in Powhatan, Virginia

The Richmond Times-Dispatch is confirming a 3.2 earthquake Wednesday evening in Powhatan County located outside Richmond. The quake was centered near the Powhatan-Amelia county line around 10:00 p.m. This is breaking news. Stay tuned for additional details.

Courtesy on the internet

We don't have to agree on an issue but I expect a civil discussion on my Facebook Wall and blog comments, not personal attacks and name-calling. Read my post, Courtesy on the internet, on LynnRMitchell.com.

Flash flood watch for Shenandoah Valley

Grab your umbrella! More details at LynnRMitchell.com.

Cantor challenger Brat stands up Grover Norquist

Dave Brat was a no-show on Wednesday for a round of planned meetings in D.C. The Washington Post wrote, "... as much as Brat may dream of defeating Cantor, the man widely seen as the likely next speaker of the House is well-organized, well-funded and more plugged in than most Republicans. To beat him, you probably need to show up." Read more details at LynnRMitchell.com.

Lindsey Graham censured for not being 'Republican enough' ... Waynesboro GOP not as successful with Boehner

The Republican civil war continues. Details at LynnRMitchell.com....

Red vs Blu: The yard sign

The ongoing battle continues ... this time Blu gets one over on Red. Enjoy a chuckle from Kurt Michael's latest creation at LynnRMitchell.com....

Burgers with Bill … Bolling and Romney together again

For the 20th year,  former Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling will have Burgers with Bill. Check out all the details at LynnRMitchell.com....

Will tea party glee be short-lived?

Anything can happen at political conventions. That was evident in the 2013 Virginia Republican State Convention with the candidates that were elected to represent the GOP on November’s ballot.  It was again proven at Saturday’s 7th Congressional District Convention when backers of Fred Gruber, head of the Louisa County tea party, turned out to vote for him as chairman over long-time Republican volunteer and incumbent Linwood Cobb. (continue reading at LynnRMitchell.com)

Republican Hunger Games

The latest political cartoon from Kurt Michael is at LynnRMitchell.com....