news, births, weddings, deaths and so much more. A separate section covers the local sports scene--scores, play by play descriptions of area games, features that focus on local athletes and a calendar to keep the sports enthusiast informed. Colorful pictures taken by staff and contributing photographers document not only the events but also the beauty of the county--from the scenic Sauratown Mountains to the rushing river Dan. Community writers contribute columns that still have that quaint rural touch with occasional farm and garden reports or church gatherings. The news editor's weekly column,