Editor’s Note: Submissions to Around Town are opinions submitted anonymously by readers, not factual representations, and do not reflect the viewpoints of The Republic or its staff.
May 7
Orchids to
community members who planted pinwheel gardens to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month, from Child Abuse Prevention Council and Family Service, Inc.
Sandy Stiles Hammons for plants donated to Flower Lane Garden Club to sell at the annual plant sale on Saturday.
Onions to
Project 2025 for wanting to defund the FBI while using the DOJ and Military against American citizens.
those who attend various public meetings throwing tantrums about the need for affordable housing/more housing options and then criticize proposed developments because they don’t meet their personal “design standard.”
participants in the prom parade for reckless driving including at least one burnout in the center of Washington Street.
the current administration for the student loan forgiveness which is encouraging and promoting bad decision making by young adults.
people who invite you to weddings, wedding showers, and graduations but never acknowledge the gift that was given to them.
the columnist and others who are creating a boogeyman in the “Christian nationalist lane” to try and pursue their political agenda.
Happy Birthday to
Victoria Yeaton, from family and friends.
