Well, I found something that I can offer that will probably even appeal to the real progressives here (who, I don't believe, think I'm one of them, but that's OK). [I'm grinning, kids!]
Are we in danger of losing patriotism in favor of nationalism?
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Roane County is in the news again, in a tale of law enforcement, wiretapping, and alleged drug dealing and murder. :( See this article in at KnoxNews.com: (link...)
One local resident commented to me that it might be a long time here before another wife informs on her husband.
-- OneTahiti
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Hey neighbors,
Keep Roane Beautiful needs your help. We have received some money ($10,000 from Keep America Beautiful and Waste Management) to start curbside recycling in Roane County. We are looking at beginning in one city, as it stabilizes we will move to a second city and so on. This project would be an asset to the community. It would allow the community to offer an amenity to it's residents. Eventually, it would put money back in the budget. It helps reduce waste sent to the landfill. It will draw a lot of attention to that community as this was one of only 15 grants issued nationwide by KAB and Waste Management.
So here is where we need your help.
What communty do you live in? Do you recycle already? Do you use bags, boxes or special bins? Would you be willing to pay a small fee ($5 - $10) as a deposit on bins? If you are a part of your local government, would you support a recycling initiative for your community if there was no burden on the budget?
Just gathering thoughts,
Wendy @ KRB
October is National Fire Safety Month! Join West Roane County Volunteer Fire Department (WRCVFD) in celebrating "Safety Day" on October 20, 2007, in the Highway 27 Wal-Mart parking lot.
Meet Firefighters and volunteers and refresh your understanding of safety tips!
The fine volunteers of WRCVFD will bring a fire truck and safety literature for free family education and fun.
And, as always, support your local Volunteer Fire Department! :)
-- OneTahiti
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KIPP = Knowledge is Power Program
There have been some exceptional discussions on the state of our Education in Roane County. How about a "New" idea ?
Roane County definitely has the Brains to pull it off.
www.kipp.org
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It's not too late to participate in this year's Great Worldwide Star Count, "a half-month citizen science project that will harness thousands of observers across the globe to help map light pollution." The mapping effort runs from October 1 through October 15.
Continued...Help to map light pollution right here in Roane County. See: (link...)
For NASA's composite view of the lights of earth at night, see: (link...)
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Closer view of War Memorial Monument. Plaques to left and right contain names of Roane County servicemen who have lost their lives in wars.
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This is a really neat place. I knew it was there, but when I went to really look at it, I was impressed by how very nicely it was executed. The fountain, the memorial, seats around it for convenience of those who wish to sit and linger in their memories... all wonderful.
I'll have some other pics soon, if this one works, of more in the park. There is also going to be another memorial for some very worthy individuals. More pics will be in image gallery soon.
This park, overlooking the Emory River, is one jewel in the crown of Roane County.
RB
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The West Roane County VFD Open House this Saturday will be extra special, with music, food, and live burn, vehicle extrication, and First Responder demonstrations.
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All are cordially invited to the United Way Agency Fair outside the Highway 27 Wal-Mart on Thursday, October 11, 2007, from 11 AM to 2 PM.
Representatives from the United Way and local partner organizations will be in attendance, including the WRCVFD.
Refreshments will be available.
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Why don't Roane Countians attend this wonderful event ? And for that matter, why don't Tennesseeans attend the Tennessee "Homecoming" ?
The West Roane County Volunteer Fire Department cordially invites you to our Open House Saturday, October 13, all day, at Station No. 1 on Pumphouse Road near Rockwood.
See your DONATIONS in action!
Live Burn Trailer – Training Demonstration: Live Fire Training starts at 9 AM! Firefighters should attend.
Extrication Equipment Demonstration
SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus) – Our new refilling station
First Responder Demonstration
Also:
Barbeque, Refreshments, and live Bluegrass Music
The blue fluorescent street number signs will be available.
For more information, contact information, map, etc., see: (link...)
FREE! Download the above color poster, size 11"x17" ("tabloid") in PDF format (268kb): (link...)
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I believe the Brigadoon development was on the agenda tonight at the County Planning Commission meeting. Didn't seem like much was accomplished or discussed, but I would say that more issues are on the short horizon conerning the property, so stay tuned and ask around. I believe the owner is wanting to build more "lease properties".I think there will be a proposal at the next meeting.
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"Under democracy, one party always devotes its chief energies to trying to prove that the other party is unfit to rule - and both commonly succeed, and are right."
H.L. Mencken was a neat guy. Helps keep folks thinking. Consider this quote.
To me it should work to keep strong holders of political opinion on any part of the spectrum a bit more "honest." It is such a temptation to be so zealous in promoting those whose beliefs closely parallel our own that we get to the point of imputing bad things and dishonorable motives to those who do not see it the same way.
RB
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Come out and enjoy the exhibits, prize ribbons, craft booths, music, 4-H shows, and children's activities.
Bring exhibits to the Fort office between 2 PM and 7PM October 4. No entry fee is required.
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Eco warriors and politics
- ‘Literally heartbreaking as a librarian’ 150 titles pulled from Rutherford County school libraries (TN Lookout)
- Trump’s Defense secretary nominee has close ties to Idaho Christian nationalists (TN Lookout)
- Top two Tennessee House Democrats retain caucus leadership (TN Lookout)
- Expecting challenges, blue states vow to create ‘firewall’ of abortion protections (TN Lookout)
- Community coalition issues demands for BlueOval City benefits, calls on Ford to negotiate (TN Lookout)
- Stockard on the Stump: Buy your hemp sticks before they clean the shelves (TN Lookout)
- Lawmaker accuses private-prison operator of celebrating potential boost in inmate population (TN Lookout)
- Federal agencies illegally okayed river dredging to restore railroad lost in Helene flooding (TN Lookout)
Science and stuff
- From electric cars to wildfires, how Trump may affect climate actions (Science News Daily)
- Dengue is classified as an urban disease. Mosquitoes don’t care (Science News Daily)
- Refurbished heart pacemakers work like new (Science News Daily)
- Ancient Central Americans built a massive fish-trapping system (Science News Daily)
- Satellite space junk might wreak havoc on the stratosphere (Science News Daily)
- Scientists identify a long-sought by-product of some drinking water treatments (Science News Daily)
- For adult chimps, playing may be more important than previously thought (Science News Daily)
- This is the first close-up image of a star beyond our galaxy (Science News Daily)
- Mars’ potato-shaped moons could be the remains of a shredded asteroid (Science News Daily)
- Here’s why turning to AI to train future AIs may be a bad idea (Science News Daily)
Discussing
- The Constitution Won, Trump Lost in Colorado...Now What? (1 reply)
- Our Very Own George Santos, TN GOP Congressman Ogles is Pretty Much Insane (1 reply)
- Destroying Jim Jordan, All Without Mentioning Jordan's Support For Sexual Abusing Athletes (1 reply)
- Want to See Who Owns Your State Senators and Reps? (1 reply)
- 9-11 Strangest Uninvestigated Fact (2 replies)
- It's Gettin' Real, Now...Gloria Johnson Made Wonkette! (1 reply)
- Does Rep Fritts Want School Shooters to Have Access to AR 15s? (2 replies)
- How many Trees Died Trying Save Us From Global Warming? (1 reply)
- Feel Good Friday,,,From our "If Only" Dept. (1 reply)
- Tennessee Education Worsens Under Bill Lee and GOP (1 reply)
- The Most Important Thing You Will Read Today! (1 reply)
- Friday Toons (1 reply)
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