Around Town – April 16

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April 16

Orchids to

columnist John Krull for pointing out banning the teaching of history and banning books is not “free and brave.”

all the beautiful white trees around Columbus – they are so inspiring.

columnist John Krull for challenging us not to fear the free exchange of ideas.

Bill Nash for realizing girls sports don’t need protecting in Indiana.

Bill Nash, a Republican I can vote for.

Onions to

the presenter that called students by the name of customers.

the new school vision that believes students should be called customers.

the political party dictating what people can do with their bodies and legislating how to handle extremely personal situations.

any school personnel believing a student should be called or thought of as a customer.

the police who think the only option is the killing of Black men who are unarmed and non-threatening.

not understanding the relationship of supply, demand and the cost of goods and services.

those who criticize the price of gas, yet drive full speed ahead, slow down and conserve.

health officials overly concerned about funding and treatment for people who choose illegal drug use.

the refusal to rectify the situation of underpaid county employees after setting aside funds to cover the cost, they need to do the right thing.

the gas stations for the high prices of 50 cents more than the surrounding areas — this has nothing to do with Russia.

the political rambling of the candidate running for office.

whoever designed the Taylor Road roundabouts.

Happy Birthday to

Shirley Chadd, from Friends of Bethel Baptist Church.

Renda Woodruff, from all your coworkers at Columbus Internal Medicine.

Lorraine Chandler, from Joseph Hart Chapter DAR.

Peggy Wampler, from Luretta and your friends at AT&T.

Eldon Lee, from Trish, Mikel, Lindsey, and grandchildren.

Charlie Pedigo, from Penny, Kendrick, Mom Hitch, Donny, Marilyn, Patsy, Sammy, Angela, Gina, Stacy, and all the rest of your family and friends.