Around Town – March 31

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Orchids to

Laura at Columbus Regional ER, you are an amazing nurse, thank you for taking such good care of Makenzie.

the Northside Middle School nurse for being so kind and helping kids feel loved and taken care of, from a grateful parent.

South Central Indiana Master Gardener Association for recognition of their efforts and activities from Purdue, from a friend.

Brad Vacketta and Auto Diagnostics for quick assistance in fixing many problems with a 2000 Blazer, from Parker Dodge.

President Joe Biden for calling out the Russian leader for his criminal behavior, nice to see a politician tell the truth for a change.

Amy at Dr. Davis’ OB/GYN office for being so nice and helpful.

Sharon Mangus for another great column, from Sheila.

Brandon Butler for his column in Sunday’s paper.

Sen. Susan Collins for putting integrity and country over petty partisan politics.

Onions to

schools allowing bullies to beat up special needs students, and then expelling the special needs student, not the bully.

the eight-hour phone record gap which trumps the 18 -minute tape recording gap.

not realizing nearly 40 states have access to medical and/or recreational cannabis and there is no data to show impaired traffic has increased.

our former leader and his Russian pal who both lie when asked to explain their actions.

the actor whose profane language and outrageous behavior disgraced the Oscars.

the medical practice that canceled the elderly patient’s appointment after one month, not knowing the pain and discomfort was being endured.

Happy Birthday to

Gary Cheek, from Marilyn Cheek, Darren and Crystal Wright, and Draven and Mira Martinez.

Skyler Collins on No. 19, from all your family and friends with love!

Happy Anniversary to

Jan and Henley Simmons, from all your family and friends with love!