Usually, I side with the bicyclist when there's a letter to the editor about "Bikes vs. Cars," but I'm with the "car people" today. Here's why: Last week, while road biking on what's called the "Commuter's Section" of our wonderful Blue Ridge Parkway (US #74 to NC #191), I stopped at milepost 390 to eat […]

This is in response to the commentary in the Jan. 23 “Animal Magnetism: The Pet Issue.” What a great idea! Thank you, Mountain Xpress! Animals—wild or not-so-wild—are a passion with me. I wish I knew even half as much as people think is the case, but I enjoy helping when I can. I must admit, […]