Around Town – October 4

Orchids to …

• Joe Biden for modeling responsible coronavirus behavior for the nation.

• Ann Jones for her accurate assessment on why it is more important than ever to vote.

• the Smith Elementary PTO for the pizza and pop they provided for teachers and staff on the last day of school before fall break.

• those who know the difference between a Nobel Prize nominee and an actual contender.

• to Nancy Pelosi and Joe Biden, for praying for the health of the president.

• Janet Ward’s letter to the editor, a great idea.

• Justin, our mail carrier, for replacing the reflector on our driveway.

• the family with the awesome fall display on East State Road 46 near Newbern.

• Bob Miller for the beautiful picture of friends sharing breakfast, you made my day.

• the president for condemning white supremacy time after time on the record.

• Sherry Grimes for another excellent letter.

Happy Birthday to …

• Janet Hankins from your family and Donna.

• Mackenzie Streeval, from friends at Bethel Baptist Church.

• Aaron Joslin, from family and friends.

• Jenny Kessler, from Mom, Barb Schnadinger, husband Steve, children, grandchildren, Chez, Bentley, and all your family.

• Debbie Blanford, from Charlotte.

• Maud Martin, from Joseph Hart Chapter DAR.

• Rylan Eisselder, from Grandma Weddle and family.

ANOTHER beautiful morning