Free the sangria [January 25]

Hey you! Stop stirring that bowl of sangria! Why? Because the authentic version of the Spanish drink—that’s a mix of red wine, liquor and sliced fruit—is illegal in Virginia restaurants.

Rural ordinances decision postponed

Anybody who came to the County Office Building January 23 for the fireworks went away disappointed—but those who came to keep the Board of Supervisors from messing with their “property rights” went home at least somewhat relieved.

Duty calls back

Dear Ace: A few months ago, I was called for jury duty. I didn’t want to go, but took the suggested amount of time off work anyway. When I showed up, it was cancelled! I was thrilled, but a few weeks later a notice showed up in the mail asking me to serve again. What […]