Hello. My name is Paul, and I am a drug dealer. I deal in one of the many drugs society has deemed “acceptable” — caffeine. Caffeine is a naturally occurring central nervous system (CNS) stimulant of the methylxanthine class and is the most widely taken psychoactive stimulant globally. Caffeine is commonly found in chocolate, tea, […]
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Letter to the Editor: Citizens of Richland County unite against gerrymandering
Dear Editor, In a display of civic engagement, area residents rallied at the United Steelworkers Local 169 on Wednesday for a drive-through signature gathering event.Volunteers gathered signatures on petitions to place the Citizens Not Politicians Amendment on the ballot this November. The amendment will transform the redistricting process in Ohio by eliminating gerrymandering.“To see my […]
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Letter to the Editor: Disappointed in shows at The Ren
Having grown up and seen many shows at the Renaissance, I was always amazed and awed by the craftsmanship that went into each and every show. But over the past decade or so, it seems that the caliber or show that has been presented at the Renissance Theater has steadily gone downhill, fast. While they […]
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Letter to the Editor: Retired Ohio Supreme Court Justice weighs in on state judge’s race
The Democrats have been the minority party at the Supreme Court of Ohio for the better part of two decades. Now the Democratic leadership of the Ohio Democratic Party wants to extend that dry spell by engineering an unnecessary primary. They have orchestrated a divisive primary between Columbus and Cleveland and once again demonstrated they […]
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Letter to the Editor: Don’t vote for Judge Park
As an attorney for more than 40 years, I have appeared before hundreds of judges in multiple jurisdictions, including Stark County Probate Judge Dixie Park, who is now seeking election to The Fifth District Court of Appeals. Stated plainly, among all of those hundreds of Judges, Judge Park, in my experience, most assuredly is the […]
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Letter to the Editor: Support Steve Thomas
To the Editor: If you, like me, are dismayed that Jim Jordan is our representative to Congress from Ohio’s 4th Congressional District, please be aware that we do have a choice. Steve Thomas is running to serve us in the U.S. House of Representatives. Steve Thomas lives in Delaware with his wife and two sons. […]
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Letter to the Editor: Understanding the impact on a family wreaked by Alzheimer’s
As a long-time Alzheimer’s Association advocate, I understand fully the impact that Alzheimer’s disease can have on a family. My grandmother was diagnosed in 2013 and her doctor basically said “good luck with that,” so I reached out to the Association and started using their free resources immediately. Since then, seven other members of my […]
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Letter to the Editor: Protecting children isn’t radical, bigoted or extreme
The conversation about Love On A Mission’s “Queer Prom” has been pretty volatile, with lots of name calling from both sides. Parents and everyday people are being vilified for voicing their valid concerns. Supporters of the event are being dragged through the mud as well. I would like to offer an unemotional and realistic perspective […]
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Letter to the Editor: In favor of cannabis dispensary in Bellville
Dear Mayor/ People of Bellville I trust this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to you as a concerned veteran and advocate of the truth besides lies, expressing my support for the establishment of a cannabis dispensary within your village. I believe that such a facility can bring about […]
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Letter to the Editor: Why can’t we have a nice community pool?
Dear Richland Source, I have a question for the Mansfield community. Why don’t we have a nice community pool for our children and families to enjoy? Other cities in North central Ohio have shown that they value children and have nice facilities for them. What kid doesn’t get excited with the anticipation of heading to […]