Local entertaintment events and activities going on around the area

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Civil War buff takes her family on a journey through time

Kris Allen’s smooth vocals and boy-next-door image propelled him to “American Idol” victory Wednesday, turning the theatrical powerhouse Adam Lambert into the most unlikely of also-rans.

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Man’s dream of providing cheese with his wine bears fruit

Re-enactors portray battle of South’s last stand

It’s a daring and exciting approach that’s sure to tickle and provoke purists, while at the same time probably cause neophytes to feel a bit lost.

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If the tickets sell for a combined $10,000 or more, Springsteen will have a backstage meet-and-greet event with the four ticket holders.

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New Crimora Christian band grows in faith together

Original theater production readies for home audience

Jewish community reaches out through annual film festival

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The band has been selling out tour dates across the country and around the world since releasing the CD “Death Magnetic” last year.

Kiefer Sutherland will be back to play Jack Bauer for an eighth season of the hit counterterrorism drama “24,“ but the show’s longevity will depend on its writers, the actor said Tuesday.

Actor Ron Silver, who won a Tony Award as a producer in David Mamet’s “Speed-the-Plow,“ died Sunday. He was 62.

An enterprising collective of Nelson County artists is determined to hang on through tough economic times, even as most of us worry more about the food on the pantry shelves than the pictures on the walls or the basket by the door.

Charlottesville is the smallest city on the list of sites.

History comes alive at the Plumb House

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Local libraries provide alternatives for adults

Parks and recreation departments host ranges of events for communities

This old dog taught Westminster a new trick.

WSO conductor to lead tribute to presidents

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The Augusta County Historical Society will reflect back on America’s first president during its popular Stuart Speaker Series.

Petting farm saves animals for touching, learning

The romantic fantasy “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” led Academy Awards contenders Thursday with 13 nominations, among them best picture and acting honors for Brad Pitt and Taraji P. Henson, and a directing slot for David Fincher.