Appreciates coverage Thank you for your coverage of the upcoming vote on the millage increase to support a new high school in Siloam Springs. This is an extremely important vote for the future of our town and our kids.
We moved to Siloam in 2005 and hope to be here a very long time. We have two small children and their education is very important to us. Facilities are just part of the equation of what makes a school system, but an essential component nonetheless. My hope is that our city will get behind this millage increase to support our administration, faculty, and students.
As a general rule, many of us tend to see tax increases as a negative thing. I'm no exception. But I can quickly support something when I can see the benefits an increase can bring. I have the highest confidence in Ken Ramey and his entire staff. There is no question in my mind that they will be good stewards of the assets entrusted to them. I know they work extremely hard at providing the best possible educational experience for the students and teaching environment for the fa ulty. The bottom line is that the need is there, the plan is in place, and the leadership is strong. All that's left is for us to do the right thing and vote yes in the millage election on June 10. Chuck Hyde Siloam Springs It's a moral issue I was shocked and greatly disappointed upon reading the "City Gets Wet"article - not because people want alcohol served with their meal, but from the response of the John Brown University spokesperson. Since when is drinking a political issue ? This is a moral issue. With all the facts we have on the destruction alcohol brings to families (broken homes, abuse, financial difficulties and even loss of life ) Christians should stand firm in their position of disapproval. I would have to guess Mr. John Brown would be very disappointed. I pray the JBU leaders will take refuge in the cleft of the Rock - not political correctness. I wonder if "no position"is what Jesus considered as being lukewarm.
Karen Arnold Colcord, Okla. Teen will be missed As the adrenaline subsides, the reality and mourning for our dear Eliana Chacon becomes more evident. She will be missed by all that knew her. I must stop right here and now to thank the Lord for his protecting hand which was over the other 54 residents of Choice Mobile Home Park during the storm last Friday morning. I must also thank you for all the prayers that were prayed, the many volunteers that helped in the clean-up, Eureka Pizza for the food, McDonalds for the drinks and for the very many that have donated to the fund for the family at Arvest Bank. Faith and Martha Church Choice Mobile Home Park Mgrs.
Siloam Springs Many thanks from UW The United Way of Northwest Arkansas recently conducted their annual Day of Caring on April 17. There were several non-profit agencies that had projects completed due to the large outpouring of volunteers from our community. I want to say "thank you "to all those that helped make the Day of Caring meaningful. There were many local manufacturing companies, banks and businesses that allowed their employees to take time off from their jobs to spend time working to help make a big difference to others. It was greatly appreciated by the agencies and United Way. Jerry Cavness United Way of NW Arkansas Siloam Springs
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