For a half-hour, the Rev. Edgar J. Burkholder stood and preached before his congregation, seamlessly stitching together a sermon that began with his courtship and marriage and ended with a reference to the birth of Jesus.

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Freezing temperatures, possible flurries today and rain later in the week could mean dangerous driving conditions through Christmas.

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The contest in Virginia’s 5th Congressional District is drawing increased national attention, and a growing slate of candidates are jostling for the chance to take on Rep. Tom Perriello. The freshman Democrat knew last fall when he upset Republican...

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