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Dec. 29
Orchids to
the Wednesday editorial about rebuking the former president.
Niki Kelly for her column about legislators needing to respect the will of their constituents.
the Bartholomew County Humane Society for helping with the city animal shelter during an emergency, an example of beautiful teamwork.
Caleb, cashier at Walmart, for having an outstanding personality.
the fabulous firefighters at Station 5, Daniel Acree and Josh Meadows, for coming to the rescue Monday morning of the lady and her spun-out car. Thank you so much for your kindness and help; it was truly appreciated!
Niki Kelly’s column in Wednesday’s paper.
President Biden for turning in the best first midterm performance of any president since JFK, except for George W. Bush after the 9/11 attacks — an impressive achievement.
President Joe Biden for saving Ukraine.
Michael Shireman.
Onions to
the syndicate canceling the comic strip Mother Goose and Grimm.
the new nursing home facility that served patients baloney sandwiches for Christmas dinner.
leaders who spend the holidays in the sunny Caribbean while U.S. citizens are literally freezing to death.
voters who continue to vote for legislators who clearly aren’t listening to their constituents.
the former federal elected official who has supplanted Nixon as the fattest figure in post-presidential politics.
Happy Birthday to
Ryan Mann, from Mom, Joe, Grams, Frank, Willow, Reagan and River.
Frankie Poole III on No. 20, from Dad, Brandi, Brewski, Koozie, and Lexi.
