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Letters to the Editor
Another Hellfighter fan Having lived in Batesville for 40 years I have seen many changes take place here. One thing that has not changed is that this is a small town with a largely conservative population of hard working, Christ-following people. That equates to a …
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Letters to the Editor
State wants taxes, too Dear editor: I recently read in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette that the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department is proposing a 1/2-cent temporary sales tax increase proposal be placed on the November ballot. This tax is to be in place for 10 …
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Letters to the Editor
Citizens should ‘pay it forward’ with shelter
Dear editor:
I read in the paper the last week or so about a group of Christians trying to better a community area in west Batesville.
I am a Christian mother of two and wife. I have needed help before in my 48-year life, and sometimes there was none to be found.
Rather living in a big city or small town, people need good options … not bad politics. I truly see no harm or problem in an organization trying to do just this! This doesn’t have to be called Christian or political: just compassion. -
Letters to the Editor
Community center will attract area residents, out-of-towners alike
Dear editor:
Who is eating all of the Ben and Jerry’s Cherry Garcia ice cream? I have been searching Batesville lately for what has to arguably be some of the best ice cream in the world, filled with dark red cherries and rich chocolate chunks in the creamiest vanilla ice cream. Do you know how expensive it is? Almost $4 for a pint!! But it’s GOOD and I’ve discovered that people (Batesville city and Independence County folks alike) will obviously pay for it since it’s often sold out.
