Letters

LIMA — Ever since I read Brice Brenneman’s book “The Strange Case of Dr. Wine,” I have been dumbfounded by the obvious bias of Auglaize County Judge Fred Pepple. Judge Pepple recently continued his vendetta against Doug Wine, and took local judicial behavior to an all-time low.

LIMA — On the south side of Elida Rd. between Western Sizzlin + Burger King there is an overhead sign that reads - “Vote yes on Issue 1 Tues. Nov. 7 The state doesn’t own your body - you do. Protect reproductive freedom. Paid for by the Allen Co. Democratic party.”

I am writing this letter in support of Joe Recker for Shawnee Township Trustee.

God always helps those who are in need.

On Sept. 9, I read the article in The Lima News by Dr. Jessica Johnson titled “Hate crimes on an alarming rise.”

West Ewing, West Murphy, and West Robb Streets were recently repaved. The crews that did this work deserve credit for their great, professional work.

I was witness to one of the greatest forms of democracy recently at the 1219 UAW Hall on Bible Rd in Lima. Two hundred union members with their family and friends were there for a well-attended rally and information session. Union officials from the region and locals were there, along with Mayor Sheretta Smith, to promote solidarity for a very important cause.

First, I would like to congratulate Maddie Seeling for all her accomplishments this year, both at the Ohio State Fair Junior Horse Show and the Allen County Fair. It is obvious that she works hard for those accolades and deserves them.

It is our sincere hope that members of the Ohio legislature realize the importance and significance of the “NO” vote on Issue #1 on August 8, 2023. The citizens of Ohio said they want their voice heard in regards to state policies, laws and constitution.

Have you been downtown lately? I drove up and down the streets marveling at the new buildings, new storefronts, new parking, construction equipment, the many workers and the pretty trees, shrubs and big flowerpots everywhere!