Rather than simply endorsing candidates this election, we are doing things a little bit differently. A question that is often asked is about the education of candidates. Because having an education really is important to those of us on the…
Elections
Viva la Difference
by Lola D. • • 1 Comment
Is it just us or do the matching signs seem really weird? A link to David Driggers’ unfortunate claim to fame. And a link to Dennis Waldron’s unfortunate claim to fame. Early voting starts Wednesday, October 15. Be careful what you ask for when you…
Editorials
Blocking Free Speech
by Lola D. • • 1 Comment
A notorious local social media site has long claimed to be open and fair to all citizens of the city, even posting this under their “About” section: Our intent is to open discussions regarding our town which includs fiscal responsibility, taxes,…
Community Service, General Info, Public Safety
Letter to the Editor from Box 100
by Lola D. • • 0 Comments
Thank you for allowing me to share information about Box 100, a rehab group that exists to support emergency services personnel and other city workers who report to long calls in the field. We provide volunteer hours solely to our…
Elections
Linking to League of Women Voters Forum
by Lola D. • • 0 Comments
We wanted to link to the League of Women Voters Election Forum from this past Wednesday (October 8, 2014) for anyone who might have missed it. Please watch this (or watch it again), share it, and be informed voters. Our…
Because I Can, Elections, What the Cluck
What the Cluck: Meeting Attendance & Heckle Away
by Madam Pollo • • 0 Comments
Meeting attendance is a vital obligation for elected officials of any government. Of course if you ever watch C-Span, you may sometimes wonder if politicians at the federal level understand this! Nevertheless, it is definitely a must for people to attend meetings…
What the Cluck
What the Cluck: A Video is Worth a Thousand Words
by Madam Pollo • • 0 Comments
You know how everyone talks about that Town Hall meeting from a few years ago? One person claims the mayor yelled at her. Well we have the video right here. Go to about 11:00 minutes to see the ENTIRE exchange,…
Editorials, Elected Officials, Elections
Flowers, chocolates, promises you don’t intend to keep
by Lola D. • • 3 Comments
Champagne and caviar! A chicken in every pot and a car in every garage! Ponies for everyone! A colony on the moon! Campaign promises can be serious, hilarious, and just plain ridiculous. Let’s take a look at some of the…