Opinion

Low Vision Support group’s Christmas sing-along was wonderful

Dec 18, 2024
On Thursday, Dec. 12, in the Christmas-decorated sanctuary of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, I had the pleasure of attending a wonderful afternoon of Christmas music, sponsored by Margaret Selleseth’s Low Vision Support Group. The service opened with the church pipe organ, bringing holiday cheer as...

Foundation grateful for support of its mission to support community

Dec 11, 2024
The end-of-year holiday season is a traditional time to reflect on one’s health and wellbeing and to consider opportunities to support the needs of others, whether through personal service or charitable contributions. Lake City is blessed with an abundance of service and charitable organizations...

Gazebo should be a higher priority

Dec 11, 2024
I’m writing in response to “‘The Wave’ can be saved” article in the Dec. 5 Graphic. I think the time and money spent trying to save “The Wave” would be better directed at renovating the Patton Park gazebo. “The Wave” was poorly constructed, and, in public opinion, not a very attractive...

The devastating impact of domestic violence

Dec 4, 2024
Domestic violence is not just a personal issue—it’s a public health crisis with far-reaching consequences. Its dangers are profound, affecting individuals, families, and entire communities. There are several reasons for its severity that highlight the urgency of action. Escalation to Lethal...

Penny: Retain local wealth to create a bright future for the region

Dec 4, 2024
November brings with it the spirit of gratitude, reflection and anticipation of the holiday season. It is a time when many of us turn our attention to giving. When we think about where to direct our charitable donations and volunteer efforts, I believe we should first consider the places where we...

Ohl: Christmas Lights

Dec 4, 2024
Man is not meant to stand outside in below zero temperatures, fighting the snow and wind while attempting to untangle a stubborn nest of Christmas lights that were hurriedly pulled down and stuffed into a cardboard box last January. Man is meant to be inside the house settled into his recliner...

Ohl: The Century Mark

Nov 27, 2024
It began in October of 2022 when I convinced two newspaper editors, Andrew Eggenberger and Mark Wilmes to print an article I had written called, “Still Friends?” It concerned two friends who lost their way over political issues. On November 24 the first in a series of articles began to appear on a...

Tiger Talk: World’s Best Workforce, finances, Truth in Taxation, and winter weather communication

Nov 27, 2024
It is the season of gratitude and as a Tiger, there is so much to be thankful for! Our staff, families and community provide a support network that encourages students to explore and excel. This past month I watched the amazing talents on stage as students performed The Addams Family Musical,...

Church donation enables food shelf to purchase refrigerator

Nov 20, 2024
The Lake City Food Shelf thanks St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. Through a generous donation from St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, the Lake City Food Shelf was able to buy a three-door glass door refrigerator. This allows the Food Shelf to store more items, and it also allows for a better, more...

What makes Lake City so special: Shopping

Nov 20, 2024
I’m not really an enthusiastic shopper but I wanted to follow up on Terri Orth’s article last week about the wonderful stores, galleries and retail establishments here in Lake City—and their hardworking and creative owners. I completely agree with Terri’s advocacy for supporting our local stores...

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