Opinion
Join Rotary in disaster relief efforts
Jul 23, 2025
We know that all of you have seen images of the destruction and read stories about the tragic loss of life in Kerr County, Texas. Kerr County and Kerrville are in Rotary District 5850. This event has impacted countless lives. It has also impacted our Rotary family.
Kerrville is home to two Rotary...
What's it all about? Close calls - Part I
Jul 23, 2025
Generally, kids don’t think about danger as they stumble through their early years. They seem to have that feeling of invincibility and often appear to almost tempt fate. Have you ever looked back on your life and wondered how you survived this long? Most of us have stories about the near misses...
Reflecting on time well spent
Jul 16, 2025
Imagining I would have all the free time in the world when Art and I knew we were closing our store last year, I agreed to participate in this year’s Bittersweet Garden Club’s She Shed Tour and the Gardenaires Garden Club’s Garden Tour. Strangely, not so much free time availed itself. However,...
Firefighters grateful for community support
Jul 16, 2025
This year’s annual Fireman’s Dance proved to be a resounding success, bringing together neighbors, families, and supporters from all over the area for an evening of music, dancing, and community spirit. The event served not only as a celebration of our local fire department but also as an important...
Lions: Fireworks show was well-received thanks to donors
Jul 9, 2025
“Awesome,” “excellent,” and “the best ever” were some of the comments received by the Lake City Lions following the fireworks display last Friday.
On behalf of the Lake City Lions Club, the fireworks committee wants to offer our thanks to the Lake City Police and Fire Departments, the Lake City...
Should we put warning labels on people?
Jul 9, 2025
Warning – Remove occupants from stroller before folding it
Warning on a can of Silly Putty – Do not use as ear plugs
Warning on an iron – Do not iron clothing while on body
Warning on a TV remote control – Not dishwasher safe
Warning on a chain saw - Do not hold the wrong end
Warning on a hair...
700 Flags of Valor raised funds for community, veterans projects
Jul 9, 2025
Lake City American Legion Post 110 Auxiliary
The American Legion Post 110 and the Auxiliary express gratitude to the Lake City community for their support of the Flags of Valor display during Water Ski Days. 700 Flags were placed.
Volunteers assist to unload trailers, attach flags to poles and...
We must be smarter, pet parents
Jul 9, 2025
This is for all pet owners or pet lovers!
I am a pet owner. Of course my dog is the smartest, actually he is smart but oh so stubborn and probably not as smart as I think.
But no matter how smart your pet is, you have to be smarter.
Lots of pets get loose. Please tag your pets so they can be...
Hope to continue discussions about issues facing country
Jul 9, 2025
Thank you to Larry Himanga and Leo Wright who took the time to respond to my letter about ongoing political demonstrations in Lake City. They both have valid points which I would be happy to discuss with them. I think we might find much common ground in our approach to the issues we face as a...
Fewer have more thanks to big bill
Jul 9, 2025
The beauty of the One Big Beautiful Bill recently signed into law by the president is in the eyes of the beholder.
The numbers and statements that follow apply to the next federal budget and do not take into account the long-term impact of this law which appears to be even more severe.
Tax cuts...
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