Oh, here we go again. This is getting sooooo tiresome. Contrary to Mr. Freitas’s fantasy world where first there are so many reporters clamoring to get into the room it could never be allowed due to overcrowding concerns and second there hasn’t been a reporter in the room in years (yes, he said both things… [Read More]

The great thing about being a public servant is that you choose to be a public servant. People don’t choose their race, gender, orienta­tion, etc. However you make the decision to serve others. In the event that you’re unsure of this desire, there are steps and hoops to jump through. There are signatures you have… [Read More]

Fighting the Covid 19 pandemic needs to be job #1 for every public health official. While the federal government provides funding and the state provides regulations, I believe there are several steps our local government can take that might help slow the spread of this persistent virus.  Here is one new idea.  Every place of… [Read More]

To Our Supporters: Thanks to your generosity, we have accomplished so much together during this challeng­ing year. The Shining Tides construc­tion continued with minimal delay, our Fall Fundraiser for the Marion Connector was a huge success, and our regional biking and walking paths provided a bit of solace for us all. WISHING YOU A HAPPY… [Read More]

This letter of thanks goes out to all the generous people who contributed money and/or non-perishable food  to our 18th annual Shepherd’s Pantry holiday fundraiser. With a monthly expenditure of over $7,000.00 used to purchase food that is either running low or out completely, monetary donations are necessary to keep the pantry running smoothly. Blanche… [Read More]