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West High student speaks out
By Eleanor Gaston
In response to Judi Cooley (“Punish West students for protest behavior,” April 30), how can you claim to be a Christian? The most widely known statement Jesus made was to “love your neighbor as yourself.”
Digital TV sends viewers to the dump
By Pete Hess
During the past several months, the American people have been bombarded with publicity over digital television. I’m opposed to digital for three reasons.
Boland touts tax relief for veterans
By Mike Boland
As a state representative, I have a duty to make sure those who serve in our armed forces have financial assistance available to them when they need it. Over the past few years, I have heard from many veterans who are struggling to stay in their homes because their property taxes are too great of a burden.
Feline purrs subliminal political messages
By Quentin Coffman
I have just recently become concerned about the potential impact of the cat segment of our society on the upcoming presidential election.
‘Halfway’ ban isn’t considerate
By Shirley Barrett
The Iowa smoking ban doesn’t make much sense, or does it?
Deere CEO pay plows new ground
By Bill Gabbard
As I was gathering my information for my income tax preparation I paused and wondered how it would feel to have a $52.4 million dollar year for 2007 to report. This figure was reported in the Jan. 16, 2008 Wall Street Journal as the total compensation for the CEO of the company that I had retired from: John Deere. When asked about this at the annual shareholder’s meeting on Feb. 27. Mr. Lane replied that the Wall Street Journal was inaccurate and referred shareholders to information on Deere’s compensation committee contained in the company’s proxy statement. I believe the Wall Street Journal.
Solarvision owners say ‘thanks’
By Steve and Kathy Webster
On April 25, we were monitoring the National Weather Service river levels, as we always do this time of year. After 1993, 1997, and 2001, we know the signs: too much rain, too much snow, ground saturation.
