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New live chat for the Appalachians and beyond

by Leo

This is a really cool program:
http://xanadu-chat.50megs.com

We've just started so participation is requested.

Posted on Nov 21, 2002, 8:14 PM

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The lights were on but no one was home.

by Gemini

I checked it out but there was no one there.
Maybe you should post the address on other forums.

Posted on Nov 23, 2002, 11:50 PM

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I think you may be right

by Leo

I've been trying to find other forums and have just posted to a few. Do you or any other readers have any suggestions of more forums?

Posted on Nov 26, 2002, 3:06 AM

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BIG MAN

by Weekend Warrior

How have you been? I heard that the ole ticker has been giving you problems, I hope it isn't something bad. Hey Man, send me an email, we need to talk some.

Posted on Nov 20, 2002, 3:28 PM

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Does Anyone Know????????

by Waver

Where I might be able to find a iron crib bed an old one. I've been in alot of antique shops and they all say they have one and just sold it the story of my life. If anyone knows where I might be able to locate one let me know. Thanks.

Posted on Nov 20, 2002, 9:25 AM

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Not haveing trouble keeping JR in the crib are you?

by Garbage Man

I know my little one is ready to break out any time.

Posted on Nov 20, 2002, 6:48 PM

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Good to see you back G-Man.......

by Gerri

I bet little S.C. is really growing!

Posted on Nov 21, 2002, 1:00 PM

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29 pounds and 34 inches tall.

by Garbage Man

Not bad for 14 year old. I mean 14 months.

Posted on Nov 22, 2002, 4:54 PM

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Sounds to me like......

by Gerri

you're starving that boy to death! NOT!!!

I'd say I know who the boss is in your house.....but I won't mention any names. Ha.

Posted on Nov 23, 2002, 4:40 PM

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Waver! Waver! Waver!

by Big Man

Where you at girl? Haven't heard from you lately.

Posted on Nov 18, 2002, 12:14 AM

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RUNNING

by BIG MAN BIG MAN BIG MAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hey Man you know what its like going to Drs. well that's what we've been doing. Hubby's sister has more bad news with her cancer she has to start radition plus more chemo two days a week for 6 weeks each time in Lex so I have to keep her grandchild she is raising so its been tuff here. I really haven't had anytime to just sit and relax for awhile. Hey did you check out that Wanda on the What ever happened to board? Schroll down a bit shes around the Ghomer site. Don't know which one it would be there were so many. I wrote her but she never answered me. What are you and the family into. Hey is that little man about to get that Diamond yet?LOL

Posted on Nov 18, 2002, 8:31 AM

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Diamond???????????

by Big Man

Hey I know how it is with the Doctors, I go through that too.
About Lil Man and the diamond, he probably would like to get one soon but he has told me not for a couple of years yet.
Is it cold down there? It sure is here. It is a little after 10AM and it has just reached 34 degrees. I think last night it got down to around 22/23 degrees. Would you like to have up to the second weather coverage? If so, check out weatherbug.com
Weatherbug is at local schools working with WCYB-TV5, weatherbug is probably at local schools and local TV stations near you, too.
Hey I am back on MSN Messenger again and I also have a new email address.

Posted on Nov 18, 2002, 10:21 AM

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Yelp

by Waver

Got weather bug also. Its about 58 right now and we need it my grass it covered in leaves that need to be gotten off the best way to do that is with a sprayer they work great and water your grass also. Just you wait they will be a ring sooner than what you think. Remember we were young and in love once which I'm sure we are old and in love now also. Right

Posted on Nov 18, 2002, 2:03 PM

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Hot lunches refused to some children

by Gerri

I posted this on DCDB a couple days ago. I'd just like to know what adult could sit down with a hot meal at a table with a child with just a p-nut butter sandwich, apple and milk.

The story came from Williamson Dialy News.

Hot lunches refused to some children

ELKINS, W.Va. (AP) - The Randolph County Board of Education is fed up with overdue school lunch bills and has decided not to allow students with bills dating to last year to charge any more hot lunches.

Instead, they get a peanut butter sandwich, an apple and a carton of milk.

''They're getting the minimum nutritional requirement,'' says Food Service Director Lorrayne Corley.

''We do not deny any child a meal. But we can't give them a full meal, because we can't allow them to charge for it.''

The state requires each county to have a collection policy for overdue meal tabs, Corley said. ''Ours was approved by the state. We want to feed the children. That's what our job should be, not collecting bills. Unfortunately, this is now part of it.''

Some parents and teachers say the policy unnecessarily punishes children for bills owed by their parents.

''It just tears me up to see a grade-school child sit down with a cold peanut butter sandwich while all the other kids are having hot meals,'' said a teacher who did not want to be identified.

''It singles them out. It's cruel,'' the teacher told The Inter-Mountain of Elkins.

Corley says, ''We gave the parents ample notice. We sent out bills in May, June, July and August saying we were going to do this. Some parents paid up right away.

''The only reason these kids are getting a peanut butter sandwich now is b�ecause their parents are failing to provide a packed lunch or money for that day's meal. It's the parents that are failing to provide.''

Elkins Middle School Principal David Roth has refused to give students the cold meal.

''Most of our kids are really too young to be responsible with money, and I don't feel it's fair to blame them for their parents' bills,'' Roth said.

A state education official defended the new county policy and said it was not uncommon around the state.

''Charging is a privilege,'' said Richard Goff, assistant director of the state Office of Child Nutrition. ''It should never get to the point where you have to revoke their charge privileges.

''But, if they're a legitimately non-needy family, who could afford to pay but continually neglect to do so, you have to draw a line somewhere,'' Goff said. ''To me, as a parent, that's child neglect, to not pay your child's meal bill after you've been notified.''

The Randolph County Board of Education is pursuing delinquent school meal accounts more than 45 days in arrears through the county magistrate court, Corley said.

Meals cost $1.05 for lunch and 80 cents for breakfast.

Posted on Nov 16, 2002, 4:02 PM

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well...

by anon

I sort of see their point. All the families who can't afford it get free lunch anyway. These children who are charging and never paying the bill are children who bring $5 to candy store and dress better than the teachers do. The kids know that the lunch room has to let them charge their lunch if they don't have money. But what they have to understand is they can't continue to charge day after day. there has to be some kind of consequence or they will never pay. It seems harsh, but what else can they do?

Posted on Nov 18, 2002, 3:42 PM

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What's the deal with the tainted Pepsi?

by Gerri

According to my family members, the story ran in Williamson Daily News, but posters on the Express board are saying it's all a hoax....

What are they going to think of next? Mother was telling me last night that the man is not expected to live. He is in Cleveland Clinic.

Posted on Nov 16, 2002, 12:39 PM

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Gerri I Know....

by Waver

A few post back if you will look Shawna was talking about something of this nature a few months back but they seem to think it is a local person doing it, but she was referring to something like this a few months back then I seen it was a hoax so who knows. I know I went to the local tv station WYMT and the Lexington station and they both reported it on their news cast so I don't know what to believe at this point. I'm a coke drinker so I don't worry about it but I think its just a copy cat sick person in our society that needs to get his kicks with attention. Maybe not. I guess we will have to wait this out and see.

Posted on Nov 16, 2002, 1:28 PM

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I tried to go on......

by Gerri

Williamson Daily, but their server was down to search for the article. But, I suppose if it was true, it could be checked out.

I don't drink much pop at all but when I do, I like the Coke in the little bottles and Diet Sprite. My Dad is a Pepsiholic. I told him last night to get rid of his pop.

Seriously though, it would probably have come from a bottling plant in WV if it happened there.

Some people have no respect for human life anymore.

Posted on Nov 16, 2002, 3:58 PM

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It all started with the coke hoax...

by Me

http://hoaxinfo.com/poisoncoke.htm

Posted on Nov 16, 2002, 6:13 PM

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Good one to have a look at...

by Me again

http://hoaxbusters.ciac.org/HBHoaxIndex.html

Posted on Nov 16, 2002, 6:15 PM

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Who Really Cares About Sailing?????????

by Waver

I sure don't no offense to Paster Anders but I enjoyed the columns by Shawna very much, I could care less how long he was in his boat on the water, at least Shawna's columns were something we all could relate to.

PLEASE HURRY BACK SHAWNA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted on Nov 15, 2002, 9:18 AM

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:)

by shawna

I hoped somebody would miss me. Funny thing, if you read the News Express message board, someone named "ch" has been saying lots of nice things about me...like why wasn't my column one of the choices on their poll asking readers their favorite part of the paper because it was hers. I met her today on an elevator.

Thanks for your nice comments, too, Waver.

Posted on Nov 15, 2002, 11:35 PM

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Shameless self promotion

Hi all
I have moved my website. There are new pages and photos of France (yes I went again!). Check it out
The photos have links beneath that can take you to different areas. The voyages page is especially interesting since this is where the newest photos are.
Let me know if you like it.
Diana

http://bellsouthpwp.net/d/i/dianameade/

Oh yeah..I have written a new column for ANE...lets see how long it takes them to get this one online.

Love ya Gerri...I need to hear more from you.

Posted on Nov 14, 2002, 9:24 AM

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Loved it

by Waver

Was wondering where you'd been lately now we know. Loved your new site and pictures. I think Shawna is just about to quit her column through the ANE. Keep up with yours I enjoy reading yours and hers.

Posted on Nov 14, 2002, 5:55 PM

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Loved the new site.....

by Gerri

I had been on it a few days ago and then again this evening.

The "isms" crack me up......trouble is.....they are true!

I'll e-mail as soon as I slow down a little.

Posted on Nov 14, 2002, 8:06 PM

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Big Man How's

by Waver

your sister doing. I haven't heard you say in a few days. I hope she is having some pain free days with her terminal condition. Why must one suffer so much I don't understand. With all the money and research you would think we could come up with some cures for cancer or maybe if they would quit paying the top dogs these huge salaries and use that on research we could get somewhere with a cure. Just wondering about her and how is your nephew doing lately?

Posted on Nov 13, 2002, 7:28 AM

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I am glad GOD is in control....

by Big Man

Thanks for asking, my sister is worse than we first suspected. The cancer has spread. It will not be long before she goes home to be with the Lord. Prayers can turn this condition around, please do so. Barry is doing much better now. He had bypass surgery and he is slowly getting back to normal. I am having more problems with my back. The pain is in the other leg now. I have an appointment later this month with the back doctor, I will find out then if I will be having another surgery or not. Days are counting down until the 20th of December, Waver, we hope to see you'all then.

Posted on Nov 13, 2002, 10:44 AM

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Thanks

by Waver

for the information. I can get tickets for the days you will be available to go so when you get here just let me know the evenings you want to attend anything.

Posted on Nov 13, 2002, 11:47 AM

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Can Someone.........

by Killer

clue me in on whats up at Wayne Supply in Pikeville?Do they have a union or do they want a union or what I support these men in what they're doing some of them have a number of years there but I'm not clear on what the issues are about the strike etc.

Posted on Nov 13, 2002, 7:25 AM

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Safe Money e-News Sounds Alarm!

Safe Money e-News

November 9, 2002

Dear Safe Money Subscriber,

For the first time in history, most people on Wall Street now wish they could give the Fed's rate cut back to Mr. Greenspan.

"We don't want it any more," they'd say. "It's obviously broken, and may even be a health hazard."

What happened? Why would so many be so unhappy with the very thing they had been PRAYING for all these weeks and months?

Reason: It's backfiring.

Throughout October, Wall Street pundits had managed to convince investors that the economy was OK -- that sales were not sinking, that more big bankruptcies were unlikely, that the corruption crisis was largely behind us and a real stock market recovery
was under way.

Then suddenly, the Fed dropped the Fed Funds rate by a full 50 basis points, sending the signal that all the Wall Street pundits were DEAD WRONG.

There could be only ONE reason the Fed dropped
the rate so aggressively: The Fed saw all the dangers we've been warning you about -- the sinking sales, even bigger bankruptcies ahead, no end to the crisis of confidence.

Dazed and confused investors are asking:

(a) Is the economy WORSE THAN WE THOUGHT?
Answer: YES.

(b) Does the Fed see a growing danger of deflation on the horizon?
Answer: MOST DEFINITELY.

(d) What does that mean for corporate earnings?
Answer: MORE SHARP DECLINES!

(e) What does that mean for my stocks?
Answer: DANGER, DANGER, DANGER!

Investors now realize that the situation is far more grave than Wall Street led them to believe. The economy is at death's door.

The fact of the matter is, though, the Fed's rate cut -- no matter how big -- won't be able to turn this economy around.

Just take a look at these developments ...

* Bellwether Cisco Systems continues to see a soft economy in the months ahead. Cisco CEO John Chambers blamed "an increasing chill among buyers, many of whom are increasingly uncertain of their own prospects." Not only does Chambers see a struggle
for his own company's earnings, but those of its clients as well.

http://www.safemoneyreport.com/home/daily.asp?archive=110702

* Bubbles in the auto and housing markets are ready to burst. Low rates made it financially more feasible for automakers to offer 0% financing deals, and bolstered home sales by driving
down mortgage rates.

But even those markets are collapsing now. Industry-wide auto sales plunged 27% in October from a year earlier -- despite the fact that carmakers offered an average of almost $3,600 in incentives on every vehicle sold. And the number of existing and new homes on the market is at four- and six-year highs.

http://www.safemoneyreport.com/home/daily.asp?archive=110502

* Hiring is stagnant and layoffs are surging! For ten weeks in a row, the four-week moving average of initial jobless claims topped the crucial 400,000 level.

Plus, companies announced plans to slash 176,010 jobs in October -- a whopping 151% more cuts than in September, according to employment firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas. As companies execute those layoff plans, the official jobless data should soar.

http://www.safemoneyreport.com/home/daily.asp?archive=110402

For all of these stories, visit:

http://www.safemoneyreport.com

Posted on Nov 9, 2002, 1:48 PM

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bad

by lady lou

Things look pretty dismal, I won't be spending near as much this year at Christmas time. Its time for big business to admit they simply can't make profits year after year and stop the high progections when its not possible. If emplyees of a company such as enron isn't aware of their companies earnings how can we expect to be. I do feel sorry for all that lost their savings, they were investing their money on a corporate lie and should get it back.

Posted on Nov 9, 2002, 9:58 PM

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DITTO "BAD"

Agree Lady Lou...

Below are my answers to the Appy News-Express survey questions:

Stories that portray the collective character & vision of folk living in the region.

Also, interested in stories that expose the behavioral aberrations from the 'present norm.'

Also, like factual & hard-hitting reporting on criminal behavior by entrusted fiduciaries holding public office.

Such matters usually pertain to public corruption, or abuses by public office holders.

Also, like to see & read about the degree which illegal drugs are having on the region, more especially, what is being done about the menace?

In summary, I like it when the News-Express reflects like a mirror, a true image of what is actually transpiring, be it GOOD, or BAD.

I emphasize this, because, when people are forced to look into the mirror and admit the TRUTH, where blemishes cannot be denied, they normally resort to: (1) cleaning-up their dirty-laundry, or, (2)Hiding it, which, usually falls under criminal activity.

Hence, making it easier for prosecutors when such criminal activities are exposed.

One other note: IMHO, Pike leaders should be more 'proactive' as it relates to solving the County's problems as they seek to achieve goals on behalf of the people.

Keep up the good work. (:

Posted on Nov 10, 2002, 9:46 PM

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The whole story will never be told.........

by Gerri

in newspapers. They (I know they do here) always protect and "forget" to publish names and activities when it is the "elite" or "pals".

Drugs are super bad in KY as well as across the border in VA. It's some of the doctors giving out the strongest pain medication, antidepressants, and muscle relaxers for as little as a stumped toe that is the problem. These people get hooked very quickly on this stuff.

Trust me, they will steal, lie and cheat (especially to family) to get their drug of choice. I've seen too many situations.

It's sad, but I put most of the blame on the legalized drug dealers. So much of it gets hidden.

Posted on Nov 11, 2002, 10:52 PM

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in denial

by Shawna

Well, my husband has approximately 2 weeks left on his job of 10 and a half years (Coleman Oil) but I've still spent more on Christmas this year than ever before. So, I've done my part to help the economy...if not my own personal financial situation.

I tend to manage stress with overindulgence...in one form or another.

Posted on Nov 10, 2002, 9:57 PM

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no no no

by lady lou

No, don't do that, only do what you can, with your husbands future being uncertain everyone will understand. I've done this in the past and haven't lost one true friend.

Posted on Nov 11, 2002, 12:42 PM

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Shawna is too level headed for that........

by Gerri

if she's anything like her Mom.....and I think she is.

Right Shawna?

I wish your husband all the best with finding a new job. It's sad that it has come to that. Maybe he could work for the "new" company that will buy C.O.?

Posted on Nov 11, 2002, 10:56 PM

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Shawna You're Missed....

by Waver

Greatly with your column on Friday's. It made my day complete. I couldn't wait until Friday mornings to see the next subject they were always something we could all relate to. I will miss you greatly but I will sacrifice the column for a sequel to your book anyday although I'd love to see both, but you know how to old saying is I can't have my cake and eat it too. Keep up with all your work and school and we all will support you in any of your endurances. I think you know that by now. GOOD LUCK GAL

Posted on Nov 13, 2002, 7:22 AM

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thanks so much

by shawna

glad to know someone missed me...

Posted on Nov 13, 2002, 5:10 PM

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how did the

by Anonymous

election go in Elkhorn City.

Posted on Nov 8, 2002, 8:34 PM

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Election results in EC......

by Gerri

Hank Salyers got Mayor again over Roxanne Blankenship 308 to 242.

Mackie Gibson got 317, Bill Powell (312), Johnny Mack POtter (271), Mike Taylor (267), Angelia Creech (261), Frank Marinaro (257) for city council. Lois Cantreel, Terri Thompson, Robin Wright, and Johnny Stewart didn't make it for council.

Posted on Nov 8, 2002, 9:58 PM

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Is this the same Hank that I would know??

by ccg

n/m

Posted on Nov 8, 2002, 10:18 PM

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Yep, he's about .....

by Gerri

your age or maybe a couple years older than you.

I have to say that he has improved the town............

Posted on Nov 9, 2002, 1:55 AM

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inner change

by lady lou

Must be an inner improvment because I can't see any change.Although I noticed that the library is getting renovated.

Posted on Nov 9, 2002, 9:43 AM

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The outside........

by Gerri

looks better. I really like the tree lined sidewalks and the river parks.

I know there are no businesses to speak of anymore. I miss Salyer's, Craft's, Hamilton's, Frostee Freeze, Self's hardware, etc.

I don't know who they town is run now. I left EC 12 years ago. It just looks alot cleaner now than it did.

Posted on Nov 9, 2002, 2:49 PM

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flowers

by lady lou

I like the hanging pots on the poles, I wish they had a big department store and a Food City, I'd never got to Pikeville.

Posted on Nov 9, 2002, 10:02 PM

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I know what you mean........

by Gerri

the same goes for Haysi. I'd never go to Wise or Pikeville......don't go much as it is, but it would be even less! Ha.

Posted on Nov 10, 2002, 5:43 PM

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Rusty Fork

by Shawna

And we drive from Regina to EC just to eat at the Rusty Fork....We've been known to drive from Pikeville there when we're in the mood for their food. I've always thought EC was a nice little town.

Posted on Nov 10, 2002, 10:00 PM

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I always like it......

by Gerri

I like Lexington much better!

Seriously, I grew up around EC. Rusty Fork has good food. I like to eat there too. My favorite is 3-Way though. I love their chili buns and home fries.

Posted on Nov 11, 2002, 10:58 PM

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Where is Shawna's column?????

by Gerri

Hey, don't take my Friday enjoyment away!

I hope all is well with her.

Posted on Nov 8, 2002, 4:12 PM

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glad somebody missed me

by Shawna

I am considering calling it quits. It's not as much fun as it used to be. I think I will miss it though, if I give it up.

Posted on Nov 10, 2002, 6:54 PM

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I know where you're coming from there........

by Gerri

I had to take a break from mine as well. I've even had calls from Lexington, KY asking about it, but I need a little more time on Friday.

Posted on Nov 11, 2002, 10:45 PM

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Re: I know where you're coming from there........

by DM

Must be something in the water....

Posted on Nov 13, 2002, 2:56 PM

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Hillbilly Hal's Opinion

by Waver

On the new Gov of Tn. I heard everyone is afraid of a state income tax now. What's your opinion?

Posted on Nov 7, 2002, 7:13 AM

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TN STATE INCOME TAX: 70% - 30% CHANCE NO

TN state income tax? Not likely, anytime soon.
Many Tennesseans go absolutely rabid when the big spenders in Nashville even mention a state income tax.
Imagine trying to color the big orange, "BLUE."
It would take Davy Crockett to qwell the riots, wouldn't it?
They / we are just about as passionate over the 'insidious' income tax proposal.
Some sources say, "the state could do better financially, with a lottery." But, I doubt it, as they would find a way to squander those funds too.
In a way, when one thinks about it, a lottery is akin to a tax also.
This TN tax issues reminds me of an old saying that goes like this; "The art of taxation consist of so plucking the goose, so as to obtain the maximum amount of feathers with the least possible amount of hissing."
For sure, Tennnesseans have been "HISSING" over this issue for some time now, and rightfully so.
That's my take ... Waver.

Kudos

Hillbilly Hal

Posted on Nov 7, 2002, 9:52 PM

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You can't shop there now for the sales tax.......

by Gerri

I would sure hate to see you all get an income tax.

Posted on Nov 7, 2002, 11:53 PM

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You can't shop there now for the sales tax.......

True... Geri.
Believe it's 9.5% here in TN. Imagine nearly .10 cents on everything Tennesseans, and others, buy.
I go out of state on major cost items such as 230 yards of carpeting recently.
If one picks-up in Dalton, GA, one has to pay their sales tax.
BUT, I had mine shipped via Averett Exp for $96.00 with ZERO sales tax. Saved about $300.00.
BTW, Becklers is best carpet outlet in Dalton. Been buying from them for years. Saved thousands.
Plus, they sell all kinds of wood flooring, vinyl / tile flooring ect for half, what I could buy it for in Maryville.
Their [Becklers] webs site is: http://www.carpetsales.com
Contact Rep: Kathy Snead [Great Rep.]

Posted on Nov 9, 2002, 1:26 PM

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Thanks so much........

by Gerri

I just happen to be looking for flooring right now. I'm debating between oak hardwood and ceramic tile.

Posted on Nov 9, 2002, 2:46 PM

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Ones Just as Bad as Other..

by Waver

I have both and they are both hard to keep up. hard wood is constantly dusty and tile is constantly mopping for me. That's just my opinion

Posted on Nov 11, 2002, 9:46 PM

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I had hardwood........

by Gerri

once. I loved it, but could never walk in the kitchen with any kind of socks on, especially nylons. My feet were always going out from under me. I damp mopped it everyday and then used a dust mop with Endust. Probably why I couldn't stand up in there.

As clumsy as I am now.....somehow I think I would like to try ceramic. I don't know.....like I said I'm still undecided.

Thanks for your opinion! Every little bit helps.

Posted on Nov 12, 2002, 12:26 PM

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Are you sure that's why your feet were

by on-looker

slipping out from under you? Sure it wasn't from hitting that "bottle" one too many times so early in the morning??? Now, eveybody before you start getting "riled" up..this is just a little "inside" joke.tehehe. My opinion..I love hardwood..don't really care for the ceramic (don't have either one).

Posted on Nov 12, 2002, 12:44 PM

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Right!!!!

by Gerri

Must have been that "bottle"......even 20+ years ago!

Posted on Nov 12, 2002, 6:17 PM

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Thanks Hal

by Waver

I guess it's just a wait and see issue, But you're right about one thing that's the lottery. they passed it in Ky and all I heard was for Senior Citizens, Schools. etc. To my knowledge these organizations has seen nothing. Now wonder where its going maybe to finance Mr. Patton's Affairs. LOL

Posted on Nov 8, 2002, 8:46 AM

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WAVER... YOU MAY BE ON TO SOMETHING!!

www.tntaxrevolt.org
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Buck Starts Here

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Please Help, this will only take a minute:

Jimmy "income tax" Naifeh will try again to be elected Speaker of the House when the next legislative session starts on Jan 14, 2003. If he is elected, Naifeh will continue to run the House like his own private club. Jimmy's lobbyist friends and his lobbyist wife will run the show.

Jimmy Naifeh's number one hidden agenda will be the income tax. It will affect everything he does including who he appoints as committee chairs.

Democrat Frank Buck is also considering a run for Speaker. Please contact Representative Buck and strongly encourage him to run. Frank Buck opposes the income tax. Simply call and leave a brief message of support with his staff or email or fax him. Here is his contact info:

Nashville office: (615) 741-3817
Nashville Fax: (615) 741-4324
Email: Frank Buck

Here are a couple of recent news articles on the race for speaker:
Challenge to Naifeh
Income tax dogs leadership

Election Analysis:

There are 99 members in the TN house of Representatives. 21 members are newly elected. Republicans picked up 3 seats and there are now 45 Republicans and 54 Democrats.

Of the 45 that voted YES on the income tax last year 15 will not return. Of the 30 remaining YES votes, 27 are Democrats and 3 are Republicans. The returning Republicans who voted YES are Steve McDaniels, Raymond Walker, and Bob Patton.

Posted on Nov 12, 2002, 10:13 AM

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Everyone Listen to Ms Gerri there!!!!

by Anonymous

I know she is involved and has been for a number of years in politics so she knows. That's exactly why Pike County has not accomplished anything in this last sitting Judge Ms Gibson. She didn't want to get involved with the people that could have done alot for our county. Sure wish we could have had someone in there that would have worked for all we could have gotten since this might be our last chance of it.

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 4:27 PM

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I just call it like I see it......

by Gerri

Sometimes you have to work with people that you would rather not, but to get the job done, so be it. Grin and bear a little discomfort for the betterment of the county or whatever the goal may be. I've learned that the hard way!

As the old saying goes, "Be careful who's @ss you kick today. It may be the one you have to kiss tomorrow."

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 5:21 PM

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You're so Right

by Waver

that's the honest truth Gerri I can only imagine how it was with your first husband and his campaign I sure do remember alot about it. I'm sure you can tell us some good ones someday.

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 5:50 PM

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We have found........

by Gerri

that alot of people don't want an honest person.

I wasn't with CDR when he ran the first time. We were divorced when he ran for jailor, but I took his campaign pictures and he did radio spots with our son. I still have the campaign negatives in a safe deposit box for David.

We were involved with several campaigns. During that time, the hardest lesson I learned was that people would actually look you in the eye and lie to you. That was one of the hardest things I ever had to realize.

That may sound silly, but it really hurt.

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 10:41 PM

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Info on Mullins/Hays race???? n/m

by Gerri

????

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 8:10 AM

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Never mind, I read the Appy Express.......

by Gerri

or the headlines anyway. Mullins won.

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 12:47 PM

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Races in Pike Co

by Waver

can someone out there tell me who all won the mags races in Pike County. I know Osborne, Roberts, Deskins won but I was curious on the magristrates.

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 8:01 AM

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Who's da new judge??????

by Gerri

Who won the election there in Pike County?

Posted on Nov 5, 2002, 9:32 PM

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Deskins New Judge

by Anonymous

I think he was more or less un opposed

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 7:01 AM

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Thanks......n/m

by Gerri

....

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 12:50 PM

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Robbery's at PMH

by Little Bug

Is anyone aware of the fact that several patinents & several of the staf have been robbed at the Pikevile Methodist Hospital.

Posted on Nov 5, 2002, 2:12 AM

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not aware

by lady lou

I've not heard anything about it..Do you mean robbed of personal belongings or mugged?

Posted on Nov 5, 2002, 6:24 AM

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INSIDE JOB OR WHAT?

by Anonymous

IS THIS AN INSIDE JOB OR JUST VISITORS? HOW COME WE HAVEN'T HEARD ABOUT THIS IN OUR LOCAL PAPER? WHAT IS BECOMING OF OUR COUNTY SO MANY ROBBERIES SO MUCH DRUGS ?

Posted on Nov 5, 2002, 8:11 AM

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What!!

by Ma

I work there and haven't heard anything about this! If this were true everyone would be anxious to tell it.(everyone loves to spread bad news) If I hear anything I will keep you all posted. I would hate to think we work with thieves.

Posted on Nov 5, 2002, 8:00 PM

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Re: What!!

by Little Bug

inside jobs just ask the people on the 7th floor 7 or 9 of them have took place this year& they all know who it is doing the robbery's, they have took stuff from patients & hospital personal & nothing is being done about it.they even have her on tape doing it, every place you go in the hospital you are on video camera's

Posted on Nov 5, 2002, 11:07 PM

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Keep us informed.......

by Gerri

I hadn't heard anything.

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 12:49 PM

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swept under the rug

by little bug

They are sweeping it under the rug. The hospital doesn't want any bad news to get out. They are afraid that if it gets out more people will go some place else.

Posted on Nov 19, 2002, 8:47 AM

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vote tomorrow

by lady lou

Sooooooo..John Doug Hayes or Darrell Mullins....what about senator..or coroner and the amendments...any advice?

Posted on Nov 4, 2002, 1:07 PM

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BAD

by Anonymous

ONE IS JUST AS BAD AS THE OTHERS. SORRY YOU DON'T HAVE A GOOD CHOICE IN THIS ELECTION.

Posted on Nov 4, 2002, 4:33 PM

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Or "GOOD"...

by on-looker

one is just as good as the other..let's be optimistic (easy for me to say since I live in VA, right???)

Posted on Nov 4, 2002, 8:09 PM

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FACE IT!!!!!

by KILLER BUG

IF THEY'RE NOT CORRUPT WHEN THEY GET THERE THEY WILL BE BEFORE THEY GET OUT IF ONLY PEOPLE KNEW HOW THE SYSTEMS WORK, I GUESS YOU HAVE TO BE INVOLVED TO KNOW . GERRI CAN TELL YOU ABOUT THAT I'M SURE.

Posted on Nov 5, 2002, 8:14 AM

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By your post, I take it that you are..

by on-looker

or must have been involved at one time??? I worked for my state for 12 years so I learned firsthand the true meaning of "politics".....and Ms. Gerri and I compare notes quite often..that's why I urge everyone today , if you only accomplish one thing...get out and ...VOTE.....(only YOU can make a difference)...!

Posted on Nov 5, 2002, 8:37 AM

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ALSO WORKED..

by KILLER BUG

I TOO WORKED FOR THE STATE AND RETIRED FROM THERE. TELL ME ONE THING I VOTED ALL MY LIFE UP UNTIL 5 YRS AGO WHEN I WAS FOR ONE PERSON AND BEFORE THE POLLS CLOSED WITHIN 10 MINUTES OF THE CLOSE OF THE POLL I RECEIVED A PHONE CALL AND TOLD ME WHO WON AND THE EXACT AMOUNT OF VOTES SORRY I DON'T GO ALONG WITH ONE VOTE MAKES A DIFFERENCE. I'VE HEARD THAT SO MUCH I COULD THROW UP AND ANOTHER THING DON'T SAY I DON'T HAVE THE RIGHT TO COMPLAIN BECAUSE I FEEL AS LONG AS I'M A US CITIZEN AND I PAY TAXES I CAN FEEL AND SAY WHATEVER I WANT. REMEMBER FREEDOM OF SPEECH. I WILL NEVER VOTE AGAIN AND YOU TELL ME ONE GOOD PERSON THAT IS RUNNING IN ANY OF THE ELECTION IN THE US THAT DESERVE TO BE VOTED IN. SORRY TO BE SO RUDE BUT YOU HAVE TO BE IN A POSITION IN THE WORLD OF POLITICS TO REALLY UNDERSTAND IT ALL.

Posted on Nov 5, 2002, 12:15 PM

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Your post...

by on-looker

"you have to be in a position in the world of politics to really understand it all"..Frankly, I don't give a crap who you vote for or the fact that you never want to vote again (that is your right)..and yes, you are very "rude" to insinuate that I might be so "ignorant or uninformed" concerning political platform that you are "above my head". I don't profess to know everything there is to know in the "big, bad world of politics"..and probably, neither do you. That is why we have the right to go to the polls or stay home, vote Democratic, Republican, Independent, etc. By the way, who are you - Paul Patton????????

Posted on Nov 5, 2002, 2:32 PM

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Political Post

by Waver

Boy! don't some people get upset with these elections.I think its funny that someone could call someone Paul Patton why not Bill Clinton. LOL!!!!!I don't have much to say about it but just go vote.

Posted on Nov 5, 2002, 3:13 PM

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I, for one, am not upset..

by on-looker

I feel we all make our own choices..the poster insinuated that he/she must have had some "top" post in the party and the reference to Mr. Patton was in fact because he had been making the news of late. I prolly could have used a choice of names, and yes, Clinton would have done, but since he did not hail from the great Bluegrass State I felt my choice appropriate. In the first post I made it clear I live in VA..so that dictates to the fact I would have no say in the elections in KY, right??

Posted on Nov 5, 2002, 3:35 PM

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I heard an office holder say......

by Gerri

that Paul Patton was just practicing to be President....the Tina Conner deal! I thought it was funny.

Hey, who cares what he does as long as his job isn't affected? Bill Clinton too.....I could care less as long as the job gets done.

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 12:56 PM

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Well......

by Gerri

from the response to your post.....sounds like some are bitter when it comes to politics.

I've seen the good and bad in politics. My ex was involved in politics, as well as my present husband. So, I've been interested in it for over 25 years.

I know dirty dealing go on. There are also dirty dealings in just about everything you go at any more. Hey, I say it's a fact of life. I will still continue to vote.

One note: I try to not worry about things that I have no control over. It's not worth it.

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 1:02 PM

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Agree 100 Per Cent

by Waver

with you Gerri, go with the flow is my motto.

Posted on Nov 6, 2002, 4:24 PM

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