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On Thanksgiving, remember why
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving. Turkey Day. Football games. Family. For many, lots of food and drink. It’s easy to…
November 24, 2006
Gifts to hospital overwhelming
Editor: I recently had the privilege of asking local Sweet Home businesses if they would like to donate…
November 24, 2006
Community thank-you
No one gets elected without the support of many individuals. I have numerous people to thank for my…
November 24, 2006
New gym credit to community
Editor: Today I visited the new Steelhead Strength and Fitness on Main Street. I was so impressed I…
November 24, 2006
Stupidity on all fronts is disappointing
Election time can be a real high or it can be harsh. It’s great when the candidate or…
November 15, 2006
Democrats’ wins prompt concern
Editor: Now the Democrats have total control over the House and the Senate. I guess the only question…
November 15, 2006
Election thanks and no thanks
Editor: I would like to take this time to thank the 956 voters who believed in me. And…
November 15, 2006
High schoolers were big help
Wow, what a crew! On Saturday, Oct. 28, the Sweet Home Beautification committee did a planting on Highway…
November 8, 2006
Thanks to veterans for their service
Veterans Day is time for a grateful nation to thank those who have put their lives on the…
November 8, 2006
Measure 43 will help young teens
Editor: Liberals would have you believe that by voting no on Measure 43, you will be protecting your…
November 1, 2006
Field-burning stance raises concerns
Editor: When it comes to summer field burning smoke, area residents are treated like second-class citizens. The Department…
November 1, 2006
Teens made big difference
Editor: As a member of the Beautification Committee, I was really amazed at the progress we have made…
November 1, 2006
Thanks for helping Freemans
Editor: As chairperson of the Benefit for the Leighton Freemans, held at the Elk’s Lodge, I want to…
November 1, 2006
Library is a real bargain
Editor: The Sweet Home Public Library, what a bargain! In the last four years, the price of everything…
November 1, 2006
Folks, get out and vote!
Editor: In this age of political cynicism and citizen apathy, it is no surprise that voter participation remains…
November 1, 2006
Nurse practitioners deserve thanks
Editor: The week of Nov. 5 is National Nurse Practitioner Week, giving those of us in health care…
November 1, 2006
Give police levy a ‘yes’ vote
Editor: Please vote yes to renew the current Police Services Levy for another four years. The men and…
November 1, 2006
Fire bond necessary
The men and women of the Sweet Home Fire and Ambulance District do a great job protecting our…
October 25, 2006
Cast your vote – after you’ve done your homework
It’s the time of year when you get your arm twisted to vote – often by people who…
October 25, 2006
Library future on the line
Editor: Once again the viability of the library could be in jeopardy as it is time to again…
October 25, 2006
Keep fire district up to date
Editor: New story, new needs and standards placed on our fire district. The fire district is not only…
October 25, 2006
Vote for candidate, city ballot levies
Editor: I am writing to express support for two items of particular interest to the citizens of Sweet…
October 25, 2006
Keeping an eye on councilman
Editor: I was asked by both a former and current resident of Sweet Home to write a letter…
October 25, 2006
Fire bond necessary?
Editor: Old story, more money. The fire district is wanting a fire equipment bond, Ballot Measure 22-66, for…
October 18, 2006
Weighing in on candidate
Editor: First of all, I would like to say thank you to all of the people who have…
October 18, 2006