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Hope, life

Editor: John Maxwell said: “Where there is no hope in the future, there is no power in the present.” As we begin Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we turn our thoughts to victims and survivors of violent, abusive relationships. What empowers a victim to take a stand, to take a step toward safety and freedom? It is hope: hope that the future can be different, hope that they can find help and relief, hope that they can have a better, safer life. Hope brings power. Power to make a phone call, tell a friend, acknowledge the truth about a toxic relationship. Power to rise up and ...

Testimonial

Editor: I’m sure many of us have returned from vacation with pictures and stories to dazzle our friends and family with. However, this story has a true travel tip to share with readers. Recently my wife and I were visiting Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. We noticed a plethora of dinner theaters with a variety of acts. One that caught my eye was the “Red Skelton Tribute Show” starring Brian Hoffman. Having been a huge fan of Red’s show in the ’60s and ’70s, I offered my wife a deal. Go to that show with me and I will go to any or all of the shows you want to see. ...

A success in the razing

Editor: In recent articles the county land bank has been featured with its continuing success and I would simply like to expand on the value of this program. The “mow-to-own” program is a tremendous asset that allows neighbors and entire neighborhoods to beautify their area in concert with increasing their own property values and dramatically reducing blight within their communities. A critical component of this successful program is it offers hope for those neighbors, not a sense of defeat. The hard work put forth by land bank director Robert Ritchey is gratifying as is the ...

Grave decision

Editor: Whoever permitted parking cars in the Lisbon Cemetery during the county fair: Why would you do such a thing? A boy damaged several headstones while messing with his parents’ car that was parked there. He backed through three rows of headstones. Besides that, the parents had no insurance. Our loved ones are buried there. Have you no consideration? If you need money for the cemetery, find another way. Joyce Hillberry Lisbon

Ms. Terri driving

Editor: I have had the privilege over the past several decades to travel on daily errands, such as banking or grocery shopping, through a beautiful state park. This includes crossing a federally declared wild and scenic river. The views are simply stunning and the atmosphere natural and peaceful. In the fall, it rivals many a famous leaf-peeper resort. As I drive through I contemplate the effects of being close to nature. I also enjoy the park roadways, which are similar to many parks I’ve visited, some in other states. I feel so blessed, especially when I consider the hectic ...

No thanks

Editor: Being first cousin to former Lisbon mayor Joe Morenz, I can tell you first hand that he dearly loves Lisbon and only wants the best for our town. I know that he would continue to fight to clean up and bring more business and therefore opportunity to Lisbon, but dealing with certain people who could only stand in the way has taken its toll on him. Nobody can handle such stress forever and one has to do what they can for their own health. It may be said in words but in truth it goes without thanks for getting involved in politics and trying to do what’s right by working ...