Letters to the Editor

Letter: Raising sales tax would cause harm to county

Mark Figley, Elida

Allen County commissioners have succumbed to the cries and moans for a county sales tax increase by voting 2-1 to set public hearings on the issue. Currently set at 6½ percent, supporters are pushing for the state limited rate of 7 percent... Full story

Letter: Gov. Strickland setting up some kind of legacy

Arnold R. Vasquez, Lima

An open letter to Gov. Strickland: The Lima Public Library, as well as other Ohio libraries, has made drastic cuts in hours and services in order to become financially sound. These will become effective July 6. Now you propose to slash library funding... Full story

Letter: A great way to learn about law enforcement

Sally Merritt and Mike Roush, Lima

We would like to thank Sheriff Sam Crish for supporting the Citizen's Law Enforcement Academy. The academy was created by Sgt. Patricia Morris in 1998. It provides a higher level of understanding of law enforcement functions. All o our meetings were... Full story

Letter: A few thoughts about musicians

Charles Thomas / Lima

Recently I was privileged to attend a Smooth Jazz concert at Niswonger Performing Art Center in Van Wert. Before the concert, I was given the honor of meeting both Dave Koz as well Brian Culbertson. Needless to say, that was a real pleasure, but the height... Full story

Letter: Pop and popcorn, but no game; thanks HDTV

Russell Young, Harrod

This year I had watched just about all of the NBA playoff games. Everything was set for the long-awaited final game: pop and popcorn in hand. I turned on the TV about five minutes before tipoff, turned to Channel 13, and I was staring at a TV screen... Full story

Letter: Common sense program for elderly in jeopardy

Jacqi Bradley, Lima

President Obama recently spoke about how pleased he was that his "beloved grandmother" was able to die at home. I share his sentiment. Be aware that the budget scenario now playing out in Columbus is counter to that sentiment. Programs that provide home... Full story

Letter: Uncle Sam rushed into digital TV

Greg Hilard, Cridersville

Over 10 years ago, I bought a DVD-player. I was amazed at the picture. This machine took a digital disk and played on my anolog television. So how disappointing the switch mandated by the government is for me and many others. As noted in a recent poll... Full story

Letter: Ponder this when speaking of ‘truth'

Pamela Trochim, Lima

In response to Jon Hodges' letter about truth ("Truth not always what you want," June 2) I have a few things for him to ponder. God did not look the other way when the practice of homosexuality was flourishing in ancient Greece and Rome. All of those... Full story

Letter: Pioneer picnic always a fun time

Betty Anders, Lima

I always attended the Pioneer Picnic in Lima. It was the women from United Methodist Church, now St. Paul, that furnished the food that was sold, all of which was homemade. I was raised by Belle Stemen, who always made the coffee in lard cans. ... Full story

Letter: Lima Garden Club a community asset

Fred Barrington / Lima

Downtown Lima, Inc. would like to recognize and thank the Lima Garden Club for its efforts in planting and caring for the downtown planters. Downtown Lima, Inc. hopes that all citizens can enjoy the beautiful flowers in our square. The Lima Garden Club... Full story

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