Around Town – July 28

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July 28

Orchids to

the lady that stopped on Jolinda Drive to allow my mother and I to follow the ambulance.

Lynn Schmidt’s column.

our local newspaper, The Republic, for continuing to provide local news articles that are not available from any other source.

The Republic’s persistence in attempting to gain some accountability from the Indiana speaker for dealing with the Lucas issue, very much appreciated!

the Asbury United Methodist Church that has tremendous back-to-school events.

Petersville United Methodist Church for packing our take home folders, from Clifty Creek Elementary School.

the federal judge who saw through the phony sweetheart deal and spoke up about it.

Midas for excellent customer service on Thursday, from the very grateful person.

Dustin Wheeldon for his service on our dishwasher and giving us great advice on our appliances, from the Perrys.

Onions to

the huge lack of character displayed by the former VP while working in the Trump administration.

the removal of the traffic light and street lights for the artwork.

the political party that’s anti-military and anti-government.

the city government who allocates more space to dogs, i.e. dog parks, than to people who are not able to afford housing.

that the poster child for a major political party was found liable for sexual abuse and how many people are apparently OK with that.

all of the things that are wrong in America.

the city that is ignoring our affordable housing crisis and yet spends all its time on frivolous art displays.

Happy Birthday to

Bonnie Rigsby, from your family and Donna.

Jennifer Gates, from Stephanie, David, Bobbi, Caydence, Steven, Easton, Jessica, Skyler, Mason, Ryder, and friends and family.

Pat Richards on No. 70, from Jim, Ryan, Kelli, Danny, Lexie, Kloey, Henry, Rylee, Victor, Theo, Lucas, Brandon, Mendi, Elizabeth, Emmalee, Evey, and Lendon.

Happy Anniversary to

Donald and Janet Thompson, from Ceil and David Smith.