Editor-Times Union,Does a war abroad end democracy at home? Should Americans accuse other Americans of treason because they use their constitutional rights and responsibilities in questioning the commander in chief during a time of war? This is a dangerous idea. Especially now when were are at just the beginning of the War on Terror.
Editor, Times-Union:Congress now has a window of opportunity to enact meaningful immigration reform before the next election cycle. It is important for us to grasp the issues, consider the solutions, and contact our elected representatives with our opinions.
Editor, Times-Union:While our Congress and Senate continue the debate on how to cut the funding for our troops fighting in Iraq, the subject of immigration no longer seems to be the focus today by either our politicians or the news media. Does this mean that the problem has been resolved? Or, could it be that our politicians know that immigration is a hot topic, which they cannot fix, and choose purposely to avoid the issue all together? Why? Has our news media stopped pounding the doors of our elected officials on Capital Hill on this subject?
Sara S. 'Sally' YoderNORTH MANCHESTER - Sara S. "Sally" Yoder, 64, of Silver Lake, died at 7:40 a.m. Feb. 26, 2007, in Timbercrest Healthcare Center, North Manchester.
Biomet Inc. announced Friday the preliminary findings of a special committee formed by the board of directors to conduct an independent investigation of Biomet's stock option grants from 1996 to the present.It also announced the actions it is taking in response to the preliminary findings of the investigation, including changes in its executive management.
PIERCETON - Pierceton Elementary School is inviting all kindergarteners-to-be to visit the school's kindergarten classrooms during kindergarten round-up April 16-20. The kindergarten teachers will be available to talk to the parents and children between 9 to 10 a.m. and between 1 to 2 p.m. each day that week.Children must be 5 years old by Aug. 1 to enroll in kindergarten. Bring your child's birth certificate, Social Security card and immunization records when you visit the school.If you have any questions, call the school at 574-594-2210 or 260-327-3677.
PIERCETON - Lifeline Youth and Family Services will hold a groundbreaking ceremony at the organizations' new campus site in the north side industrial park east of Ind. 13. The ceremony is at noon Wednesday.