VALDOSTA — A big rave to all those who worked this weekend at the Deer Festival in Lakeland to make it a successful event. Even though there were hundreds of people in the food lines, it went very smooth. They were very organized and went around to all the tables and asked if they enjoyed their meals and thanked them for coming. We really appreciated the great southern hospitality and all those who worked so hard to make this such a successful event.
I'd like To praise Talon Outdoors for all they do for the disabled. The Quail Hunt was an awesome experience thanks to all that helped make it a wonderful day .
Why is it school bus driver's don't obey the 25 mph school zone? It's a shame.
Lakeland: What is up with the recreation dept.? That park is run down, dangerous and just plain disgusting. Where O where has all the tax dollars gone?
Regarding the article about the DDS's online capabilities: While they're nice to have and might save you a trip to the DDS office, in my experience it's not worth the time. I've lived at my residence for a year. I tried to change my address online at DDS's website, but my address "couldn't be verified with the post office" -- OK, how do I get mail then?
I feel that what happened to the officer in Quitman, Ga. was just a eye opener for the public. People who risk their lives everyday to protect the public should get more praise and a better salary. The ones who aren’t in law enforcement are just too scared to do the job we do everyday.
Thumbs Down to the revised VDT Webpage. I want the old VDT webpage back. The layout is confusing, there is a lot of wasted space. The blue borders make the headings to click on hard to read in bright light.
As someone who teaches college, I believe none of our school systems should be bragging or pointing fingers. Students from all school systems all over our state and country arrive at college devoid of basic skills.
To the officer or officers that spotted the cars that were involved in robbery on Madison Hwy. you did a very good job. The runaway girl now will go home to her parents and they will not have to wait to see if she is deceased. Another child brought back home. Even if the Sheriff did not tell you or your fellow officers you did a good job, I am and so is the community.
What We Think
Rant & Rave for Tuesday, March 9, 2010
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Books: A part of summer adventures
Summer should be a time for swimming, playing, camping, trips, pursuing interests and fun for youngsters taking a break from the school year. It should be a time to recharge their batteries.
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Memorial Day: A solemn occasion
Memorial Day has taken on many meanings through the years. The unofficial start of summer, a day off from work, a day to honor family and friends who have passed away.
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Elections: Creating a two-party region?
Twenty years ago, most area elections were decided during the primaries. Then, almost every candidate qualified as a Democrat. While there may be plenty of challengers on the ballot, many seats were decided in July or a few weeks later during the primary run-off.
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Thumbs up, thumbs down
THUMBS UP: To South Georgians making fine impressions on television singing competitions. Phillip Phillips of Leesburg won “American Idol” this week. Meanwhile, Lowndes High School graduate Stacia Watkins participated in the new ABC show “Duets.” Well done!
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Farewell to the vanishing ace
Donald S. “Bush” Bryan was not only a rare individual. He was part of a vanishing breed.
An Adel resident for the past 30 years, Bryan was a World War II flying ace. Not just an ace but a double ace. A pilot must down five enemy aircraft to become an ace; Bryan downed 13.3 enemy planes in Europe. The fractions represent planes downed with other pilots. -
A widespread mosquito alert
In announcing the discovery of a mosquito carrying the West Nile Virus strain, city and health officials did not include the specific location of the discovery.
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Of Guantanamo Bay and a Founding Father
Some readers may wonder how a Valdosta High School graduate could bring himself as an attorney to represent a Guantanamo Bay prisoner charged in connection to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
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Congratulations, VSU Softball!
This weekend, Valdosta State University Blazers Softball became the latest team to add to Valdosta’s TitleTown legacy.
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School’s out so watch out!
Summer is a time of rest, vacations and trips. It is a time when school is out, when people take time off from work, when people may stay out a little later. It is a time of swimming, trying new things, and seeking adventure.
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Qualifiers are next leaders
While the national media focuses attention on the presidential election, it should be remembered that we will also choose our local leaders this year.
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