Around Town – Dec. 14

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Dec. 14

Orchids to

the thoughtful young man for the Christmas gifts, from the crossing guards Betty and Sande.

over 60 votes made by Republicans who know what’s right, voting to pass the Respect For Marriage Act.

Debbie for blessing a veteran at the local drug store, God bless you, from RA.

everyone involved the production of “Elf” at Columbus North High School for bringing joy to our community.

President Joe Biden for the release of an American from a Russian penal colony.

Kelly and Ryna, the wonderful paper carriers on East 22nd Street, for always putting my paper by the door in all kinds of weather, thank you so very much.

Onions to

not having, or not enforcing, height/weight standards for law enforcement.

giving a well-known gunslinger a seat on the public safety committee.

the administration that will not close the border allowing fentanyl to flow in and causing the crisis that we all have to deal with.

the former leader who signed off on releasing Taliban terrorists with nothing in return and then planned to meet the Taliban at Camp David around the anniversary of 9/11.

the political party attacking the release of an American from a Russian penal colony.

the guest columnist again attacking Todd Rokita and calling the political party a rabid all-right base.

the 52 percent increase in daily COVID-19 death rates since last week because people will not get their vaccinations and wear their masks.

Happy Birthday to

Nevaeh Alayne Wood on No. 18, love Mom, Amiah and Davin.

Jack Kelley, from an old friend.