Guest View: Response to fractured fairy tale presented on Measure J
In response to Kate Woods fractured fairy tale article "Do You Know Your Mineral Rights", Ms. Woods could not be more incorrect if she tried...and she tried pretty hard. I have opposed Measure J since I learned of the idea in January of this year. Yes, I was alarmed about Ms. Woods public claims that 'fracking will poison our water' back then, so I did some research. And after writing multiple letters and articles in the local press about water, petroleum production and my opposition to Measure J, I don't consider myself 'tellingly silent'.
Water Cooler: Ban tobacco sales in pharmacies?
Panelists answered the following: Would you support a ban against tobacco products being sold in local pharmacies?
Guest View: Do you know where your mineral rights are?
When it comes to water, opponents of Measure J have been tellingly silent. They know this historic drought burning up the state is an urgent issue with San Benito residents, including farmers, vintners and ranchers.
Water Cooler: Does nature of football contribute to domestic violence trend?
Panelists answered the following: Do you believe the violent nature of football plays a role in the trend with NFL players linked to domestic violence?
Letter: Cattlemen respond to claim about advertisement
The San Benito County Cattlemen's Association responded to a letter from Joe Morris, a grass-fed beef rancher, regarding Measure J. Included at left is the letter, published at the request of the cattlemen group.
Community board: Deception defines Measure J campaigns
While this board and its members' conflicting views on Measure J reflect the wider community's disparity in opinions, there is general agreement on one thing: Organized campaigns on both sides of the issue have used deception in trying to steer public sentiments.
Water Cooler: Should city pass off airshow management?
Panelists answered the following: With the airshow losing money in four of its first five years and city staff time devoted to organizing it, should the city hire an outside business or group to run the event?
Water Cooler: Do fast-food workers generally deserve higher pay?
Ruth Erickson: “All low-paying jobs need to pay more; however, unions are encouraging this and want workers to join them. How much of their higher pay would go toward union dues and how many people may be laid of due to the restaurant owners having to pay higher wages? Don’t wish for something you may regret! Weigh all the options!”
