Category: Commentary

Why Young People Should Step Up and Run for Local Office

Local government…..think city councils, school boards, and mayoral office, is the heartbeat of a community. Decisions made here directly impact schools, parks, housing, and even how your garbage gets picked up. Yet, these critical roles are often filled by people who may not reflect the diversity of age, perspective, or lived experience in their community. It’s time for younger generations to change that. Why Younger Voices Matter Young people bring fresh energy, new ideas, and…

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2024 Main Street Scottdale Christmas Greeting

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Before I launch the official 2024 Scottdale Alive Christmas card, I want to provide a little background for anyone that may have missed last year’s greeting. You see, this ‘Christmas Greeting’ was originated by a man named Jim Kriek. Years ago, the Daily Courier was the main source of news in the Fay-West area. Mr. Kriek was a sportswriter for the paper, and to say that he was prolific in doing his job would be…

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2023 Scottdale Alive Holiday Greeting

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Before I launch the official 2023 Scottdale Alive Christmas card, I want to provide a little background on my motivation to try this in ‘modern times’. You see, this ‘Christmas Greeting’ was originated by a man named Jim Kriek. Years ago, the Daily Courier was the main source of news in the Fay-West area. Mr. Kriek was a sportswriter for the paper, and to say that he was prolific in doing his job would be…

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It Was A Sad Night

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I just recently returned from the latest edition of what is called a Scottdale Council meeting. The reason for attending was to provide council a final report regarding the recent Scottdale Heroes Banner Program. One of the co-committee members addressed council with a prepared statement reviewing the entire process that started back in the winter. The statement was our view of how the program worked out……both the good, and the bad, and what we hoped…

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