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Feb. 21
Orchids to
the beauty and grace of the Olympic competition, putting to shame the violence practiced daily by commerce, politics and armies.
the Dr. Feldman column about how the U.S. withdrawal from the World Health Organization, forced by the elected one, a huge, unhealthy mistake for the U.S.
first generation children of immigrants proudly representing the U.S. in the Winter Olympics and bringing home medals for Team USA.
John Krull for a thoughtful column remembering Jesse Jackson.
Jim Tarrant for his column against the bill that would eliminate printing public notices in the local papers.
Bartholomew County Emergency Management for keeping us informed.
the U.S. Supreme Court for finally recognizing that you cannot rule by edicts.
Columbus Regional Hospital CT scan group McKayla, Aaron, and Stephani, and the ultrasound team for IV assistance.
Emma of Columbus Animal Control for rescuing the two skunks from the window well on Franklin Street, you did a wonderful job.
the Supreme Court for saving the American people money from unnecessary, unlawful tariffs.
Onions to
many drivers who do not remember you can’t turn right on red in front of oncoming traffic that has the green turn arrow.
the elected leader that wants his name on everything and wants to drain the U.S. Treasury, leaving little for the poor and middle class.





