Nelson County Times brings home Virginia Press awards Staff reports Apr 14, 2026 Apr 14, 2026 0 1 of 4 A bull rider maintains control during the recent Rockfish River Rodeo event. Photo by Lee Luther Jr., for the Nelson County Times An ostrich struts away after dumping a would be rider during the Rockfish River Rodeo on May 31. Photo by Lee Luther Jr., for the Nelson County Times Lee Luther Jr. A skier glides over snow during foggy conditions at Wintergreen Resort in February 2025. 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