One of the things we’ve committed to following our recent financial crisis is something we’re always harping on our local governments and special districts to do: be transparent, especially about finances. It’s in that vein I write this week’s column. First, some history for those of you who are new[Read More…]
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Letter to the Editor
A successful Hogwarts Dear Editor, A Magical Night at Hogwarts was yet again a huge success! Fun had by all with the maze, train ride, carnival games, fun prizes and activities and great food! It was fun to see new activities and games to play to keep the event fresh[Read More…]
Loose Ends – Community care and concern
Every once in a while the news of the week in this small town looks like history repeating itself. One of these unexpected events will shake not only a family but a community to its core, especially with the loss or life-changing injury of our young people. One glance at[Read More…]
Editor’s Column – October 25th, 2023
The misery quotient I don’t like being miserable, but I know some people who seem to revel in it, and that always makes me wonder why. I think we all have a “misery quotient” – the amount of distress or discomfort one is able to endure before taking the necessary[Read More…]
Loose Ends – The value of a library
When it comes to finding a good book, the shelves of the public library continue to be the best place to start. The libraries in many rural communities have moved forward with the times as they have expanded their services to their patrons by offering online check-out. This allows all[Read More…]
Loose Ends: Collaborative efforts
“We never have done it that way before” is the go-to reaction in a well-established community when someone tries to bring change. That often puts a halt to any efforts to collaborate. Negativity continues to seep deep below the surface. One continues to hear complaints that things have not gotten[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: When in Doubt…
“When in doubt, tell the truth. It will confound your enemies and astound your friends.” ~ Mark Twain Remember the old TV show “Candid Camera,” where people were set up for foolish tricks and pranks and filmed without knowing it? With the proliferation of security cameras — homes, doorbells, malls,[Read More…]
Editors Column: Assume Positive Intent
“Everyone is doing the best they can. When they can do better, they will.” Dr. Lee Gibson I’d like you to try an imagination exercise. Think about the person in your life who causes you the most resentment, frustration and disappointment. You might think they’re lazy, sloppy, careless, mean, foolish,[Read More…]
A positive approach to birthdays
“You are really getting up there” is the kind of comment no one really wants to hear, unless you are still a child eagerly awaiting the next birthday. As long as it is said as a joke, it is accepted as a well-meant reminder. Children and adults alike learn quickly[Read More…]
Letter to the Editor: Gratitude for help during difficult time
Dear Editor, The family of Susan Fredrickson would like to take this opportunity to express our profound gratitude to so many dear people after the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. The sympathy and compassion expressed to us through calls, cards, texts and flowers was[Read More…]
Letter to the Editor: CSP partners with Georgetown U for ABLE Project
Dear Editor, As the Chief of the Colorado State Patrol, I am excited to announce a partnership with the Georgetown University Law Center for Innovations in Community Safety (CICS) to implement the Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE) Project. Law enforcement officers frequently face high-stress, high-stakes decisions as they fulfill[Read More…]
Editor’s Column: Classic pride
“Paralyze resistance with persistence.” ~ Woody Hayes Standing in line at Jammin’ Lamb Fest with hundreds of hungry Meeker Classic attendees, with my cardboard meal tray and paper napkin in hand, I eavesdropped on the conversations of those nearby. They laughed and chatted about the town, about who made the[Read More…]
