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Make sure you can stop your car in time

DEAR EDITOR: How many times have you heard, or possibly even said, “No, really, I can stop.” Although often applied to a vice, today we’re discussing another summer safe driving subject. Did you ever wonder how roadway speed limits are established? Several factors go into establishing a speed limit, but for the sake of this conversation, let’s address what are termed “Statutory Speed Limits.” These are speed limits that the state Legislature establishes, applies, and enforces by law. They may vary from state to state and can change due to conditions, but here’s a good rule ...

A response to the editorial on MCP deer

DEAR EDITOR: Mill Creek Park Executive Director Aaron Young is indeed nefarious and there certainly are evil motives. The count of 387 deer the first year was a blatant lie that Aaron infiltrated all of the media with. That lie was with intent, therefore being very nefarious and led by a madman. He is autocratic and will do anything he pleases. You obviously don’t really know him. The fact that he now wants to kill all of the little animals proves his lack of knowledge of our echo system. The little animals, like the opossum, keep the tick count way down and the Lyme disease. We ...

Rulli should defend his vote in person

DEAR EDITOR: I’m disappointed in Rep. Michael Rulli’s support for the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill,” which includes damaging cuts to Medicaid. For many in our community, Medicaid is a lifeline — not a luxury. By backing these cuts, Rep. Rulli is turning his back on seniors, children and working families who rely on that coverage. Worse, he’s doing it without facing the people it affects. If Rep. Rulli believes this bill is good for our district, he should explain it in a public town hall — not just in press releases or party-line votes. Let us ask questions. Let him ...

Some differences after moving to Ohio

DEAR EDITOR: I moved to the Mahoning Valley from Erie County, Pa., for a position at the LG chem plant. I was surprised at the lax consumer protections in Ohio as compared to Pennsylvania. The first thing I noticed was how Ohio gas stations price spread fuel grades. In Ohio there is at least a $1.00 price spread between 87 and 93 octane; some stations have a $1.50 price spread! In Pennsylvania, it’s usually 60/70 cents. The second thing, Ohio businesses are not required by law to post signs if they pass swipe fees onto consumers. My biggest pet peeve is when I try to support a ...

Organization honors nurses in region

DEAR EDITOR: Recently the Nurse Honor Guard of Eastern Ohio participated in funeral services I attended for a nurse here in our community. As a nurse myself, I was so moved by their presentation, it was truly wonderful! As nurses, we are not always appreciated and treated poorly at times despite our hard work and dedication. Your presence showed everyone how sacred a duty this person performed during her time here with us. Thank you for honoring our noble profession! LISA WHITE Lake Milton

Those who do good often end up dead

DEAR EDITOR: History tells us that anyone who does good for “We the People” will be assassinated. First, we had Jesus of Nazareth. He said feed the poor, heal the sick and those without sin cast the first stone. Jesus didn’t know it at the time — he was a Democrat, he rode a small donkey, not a big elephant. Somebody conspired. Sound familiar? The Romans, to crucify him, nailed him to a cross until he was dead. In today’s world, Republican Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” takes food from the poor, health care for the handicapped on Medicaid and closes rural ...