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Aug. 11
Orchids to
BCSC and the public library staff putting up with the loud angry minority who want to dictate what everyone else can read, from a Columbus voter and lifelong resident.
Ray Niedbalski for his courage to do the work for a fresh start living his true, happy life.
whoever purchased our lunch at the Hangar on Wednesday, God bless you.
Sarah at the Kroger store self checkout for being very helpful and kind.
Ray Niebalski for being so brave to be who you are, from the Weddles.
the plan commission for supporting initiatives to activate downtown.
Keefer at Dollar Tree for your very helpful attitude and nice personality.
Ray Niedbalski for his open and honest column in Wednesday’s paper.
Elinor in the Kroger deli department for her knowledgeable and excellent customer service.
Engine Co. 2 C-shift, Greg Williams, Nik Zickler and Lt. Brian Bailey for their fast-acting fighting the gas leak in our house, from Margo.
the plan commission members who understand their role and made the right decision to move Columbus forward.
understanding that developing a small green space on Washington Street can help solve our housing crisis and other areas are nearby for all to enjoy.
Onions to
the local official who constantly chimes we need “affordable housing” but never defines what she means or offers a real solution.
the weirdest, most crowded, crammed in between everything location for a ginormous sports center.
understanding art and architecture are only worthwhile when there isn’t a continuous cost and burden on the taxpayer.
the homeless camp at McCulloughs Run Park in the trees that is 100 yards from the playground.
the pediatrician’s office for lack of empathy and compassion.
people who use vulgarity and profanity to express their different opinions in the school board meeting.
overpricing retirees.
not understand the need for housing for people with disposable income in our downtown which will help revitalize and activate our downtown.
