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November 15, 2024

Off the Top of My Head

I believe in the American people. For years now it has appeared as if people in this country no longer think or maybe no longer know how to think. Perhaps it is just OPT (old people talk). Old people, like me, tend to think things are worse now than when they were young. I don’t really know. But I feel, judging from some folks’ behavior, that the number of high-thinking people in this country is diminishing and one day we will find ourselves tipped. By that, I mean, that the non-thinking folks will be so numerous that they will become an overwhelming majority and tip the scales of sensibility toward the other side.

Commentary: Keep commercial marijuana away from our parks

We are shocked by proposed changes to the county cannabis ordinance that would reduce buffer zones around parks to allow commercial marijuana cultivation on park borders. We think the current 1,000-foot setback from parks to neighboring parcel boundaries should be increased to 2,000 feet.

What time is it?

There are two looming events on our calendars that may further confirm the difference between compulsory law and bendable customs.

Farmers’ Market Musings

Mary Kelley

Tech Corner: Backing up your data

This month, with the fires behind us, I’d like to talk a little about backing up your data.

Let’s Book It

Last Monday was Duffy’s day for Read to a Dog. As a little boy was poring over a book about trains and other tykes were petting my pup, we could hear bursts of high-spirited laughter erupting from the Forum Room next door. Ah—“The noblest art is that of making others happy.” (P.T. Barnum) And the magician was doing just that, by enchanting kids and adults alike!

Commentary: Perspective and guidance from a storm water inspector

I have been responding to spills in the city of Santa Rosa for the last 17 years.

Neighbors

Shonnie Brown

Faith: Sanctuary Church of Windsor has a heart for Christian unity

Several Windsor churches have moved forward in faith through a series of transitions designed to make them stronger and better able to fulfill missions focused on loving God, loving others unconditionally and serving the community.

But I Digress … Fight the power

The United States has lost its way, lost its morals, lost its standing in the world, obviously lost a bet in a cosmic game of truth or dare. I dare you to point out a president who has eviscerated the reputation of the U.S. so quickly and so profoundly.
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