If Valdosta is such a metropolitan city, why is it that if I need to see a specialist, I have to drive several hours to either Jacksonville or Tallahassee?
It never ceases to amaze me, how many people consider themselves "Christians" then constantly point out the flaws, and sins of others — maybe instead of pointing the finger at what others should not be doing, you should consider looking at ways to improve yourself.
We would like to thank everyone who worked Labor and Delivery the week of May 27th. We lost our newborn son and everyone involved was so good to us. There were two very special nurses, Lindsey and Lara, whom were such a blessing to us. Your dedication and all that you did will never be forgotten.
I have called and e-mailed about the solid waste form not being attached online to send in with our payment of $100. It still is not on there. No one seems to do their job as they should in some offices. We did not receive a form in the mail either so when it is time for the deadline, don't expect me to pay a late fee!
We would like to express how great Jesse at Carson McLane Funeral Home was to us as we had to make arrangements for our newborn son. It has been a few weeks now, but it was a very difficult time in our lives and he was very helpful, patient and understanding. Thanks for all that you did for us.
A very big thank you to VSU President and Mrs. Schloss. My son, an incoming freshman, learned first-hand how student-focused both of them are. They made his first experience at VSU a great one! Thanks again for your help with orientation!
It is a June night in South Georgia. There is a quarter moon shining and a gentle breeze blowing. A faint smell of the smoke from the cooking fires of the restaurants and our neighbors is in the air. We may never come this way again. Must we complain?
I have an idea. Why don't we all stop working and stand by each business in Valdosta and panhandle ourselves. That way we all win. Stop feeling sorry for the panhandlers and maybe they will go away.
Excellent article on Mr. John Avery. Thank You Mr. Avery for your service to the country. If not for people like you, it wouldn't be possible to enjoy life as we know it.
What We Think
Rant & Rave for Wednesday, July 1, 2009
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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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Thumbs up
THUMBS UP: To the 2011-12 arts season. Theatre Guild Valdosta’s rollicking comedy, “Caught in the Net,” officially brings to a close a magnificent schedule of shows ranging from theatre to opera to concerts to art exhibits and more from a variety of area venues. Theatre Guild will also open the 2012-13 season this summer with the musical “Into the Woods.” Until then, arts lovers can soon enjoy a new series of exhibits from the year-round Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts and three musicals starting in two weeks from Peach State Summer Theatre.
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Events that get things done
Finding something that repeatedly attracts the public is difficult enough, but finding an event that accomplishes that feat while also promoting your organization and helping others … well, in many places, that’s a rarity.
Not so for the Valdosta area. - More What We Think Headlines
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Elections: Creating a two-party region?
