WELFARE

Once again, Virginia wins the national championship for moving the most people from welfare to work. This is the third year in a row the commonwealth has taken first place. The Old Dominion claimed second place in the job-retention category.

 

RESCUE IN COLOMBIA

The story seemingly sprang from the pages of a best-selling thriller. Colombian agents infiltrated terrorist cells, tricked the communists, and liberated 15 hostages held for many years.

 

Regarding the city's budget and certain other matters of note: Perhaps the General Assembly needs to create a new court -- one with exclusive authority to rule on disputes within Richmond's government. An excellent pick to be the first judge on the new bench would be Solomon.

 

TRANSPORTATION

PEYTON YOUMANS

The City of Richmond is the workplace for many long-distance commuters from places such as Williamsburg, Fredericksburg, Charlottesville, and Hampton.

 

SAFE DRIVING

SARAH LONGWELL

WASHINGTON On the Fourth of July, there will be fireworks. There will be barbecues. And there will be about 44 million Americans traveling to and from these festivities. In order to ensure that all of us return home safely, it's more important than ever that we know our limits. Thanks to over two decades of "Don't Drive Drunk" campaigns, nearly 170 million Americans who enjoy alcoholic beverages do so responsibly. The legal limit is 0.08 BAC (blood alcohol concentration) in all 50 states. Over the holiday weekend, that means friends and family can feel free to enjoy beer, wine, or spirits and still drive home, as long as they enjoy in moderation.