Around Town – May 17

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May 17

Orchids to

Sheryl Nulph, once again.

J. Chasteen for the surprise donation of art supplies, the students have taken a huge interest in crocheting, your kindness is appreciated, from the Clifty Creek Art Department.

the organizers of the law enforcement ceremony — the sacrifices made by these men and woman and their families to keep us safe is greatly appreciated, God bless them all.

Logan and Mary at the Kroger checkout lane for fast, friendly service.

the female members of the Supreme Court who stood up to and directly confronted the Trump administration on their desire to simply ignore court rulings they don’t like.

the Lincoln-Central Neighborhood Home Buyer Program for completing the construction of five homes, a beautiful example of community collaboration.

Cabaret at the Commons and the leadership of Pam Wells Lego in producing an outstanding spring series!

all the wonderful businesses that took part in the Food Truck Festival on Thursday.

Onions to

elected officials who don’t bother attending meetings.

the middle people who are not doctors who make decisions for Medicaid and don’t know what’s best for patients.

not having a working escalator when 300 or more people attempted to exit Cabaret at the Commons.

whoever drove over and killed the large turtle in Mill Race Center parking lot, how could you not see it?

the Indiana attorney general for falsely accusing Notre Dame of discriminatory policies.

the proposed One Big Beautiful Bill Act which will make the rich wealthier and raise taxes on the average American.

the One Big Beautiful Bill Act for proposing cuts to health care and food assistance programs, while increasing expenditures for the Pentagon and deportations.

not having turn arrows on the light at Whitfield Drive and 10th Street.

the former federal official who issued a veiled threat against the president.

the white pickup truck with the loud bass not stopping at stop signs in Northbrook.

Happy Birthday to

Linda Mitchell on No. 85, love Darla, Denise, Lilly, Adeline and Bennett.