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Last Updated: 03/29/2005
The Rockbridge Report is produced
under the supervision of the Dept. of Journalism and Mass Communications
at Washington and Lee University.
Reporting supervisors: Prof. Doug Cumming
Technical supervisor:
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Friday, March 25, 2005
Gas prices skyrocket, local
gas stations try to cope Randy Farnum of Ohio grudgingly refuels his car at the BP gas station on Lee Highway (Photo: Nazo Burgy)
Average gas prices are reaching an all-time high around the nation, and Lexington and Rockbridge County are no exception. Many customers and retailers alike believe the hike in gas prices is a result of the war overseas, a greater demand and smaller supply. Whatever the cause, pockets everywhere are feeling the strain. Natural waste treatment at Boxerwood Gardens a success
Student issues: Special Washington and Lee coverage
Web producer, Andres
Amerikaner Associate Web producer,
Kaela Harmon
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A commercial success story Local entrepreneur Bea Maurer, whose company just merged with Ohio-based Hunter Defense Technologies, makes a diverse range of products. Churchgoers hit the streets Palm Sunday prayers and blessings from religious leaders were followed by a short parade through the streets of downtown Lexington. Other News: Video: new plans for the rebuilding of the county Courthouse Car accidents a major preoccupation in Va. Schiavo story update: living wills Video: a musical based on Lexington makes its way to the stage
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The Nature-Emulating Waste Treatment System
(NEWTS) breaks down wastewater from Boxerwood’s toilets, showers
and sinks using an ecologically friendly
variety of micro-organisms, plants and animals.
