04/18/2024
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Should be a busy day, today, everywhere … especially the grocery stores … the day before Thanksgiving … 2 days before Black Friday.

Be aware of those around us who have evil thoughts and do evil deeds … sad but truthful.

Shop at home … keep your dollars in the community … realize some things may not be available … but much is.

Members of the Elizabethtown Optimist Club are selling Christmas trees … same location as in the past … near San Jose on West Broad Street.

Did you see the Dolly Parton show last night? She celebrated 50 years as a member of the Grand Old Opry.

All kinda claims out of Washington, D.C. … both parties … confused? … Not sure who to believe? … Google Snopes or FactCheck or both for another view.

Be aware of increased traffic, regardless of direction … and even more so if your are crossing the Cape Fear River at Elizabethtown … one lane is closed, or has been closed for repairs, causing delays.

One sibling is on the road today, heading home from Iowa … hopefully arriving in Bladen later today or Thanksgiving Day. Then she departs on Friday, headed to the western part of Virginia, joining another sibling for a drive to Philadelphia, catching a flight to Japan for a visit with our nephew, who serves in the military … prayers for safe travel.

Keep hearing rumors about individuals who are considering filing for local political offices. My standard answer when asked … If you think you have something to offer … pay your filing fees, get your name on the ballot and go for it. There is no picture like that the public takes … voters decide. No doubt, the majority of incumbents will also be considering another term. Filing begins noon Monday, December 2, 2019. … Filing deadline is noon December 20. Details available at the Bladen County Board of Elections. Positions available from the courthouse to the White House.

“Vegetables are a must on a diet … I suggest carrot cake, zucchini bread and pumpkin pie.” Author Unknown

“Thanksgiving is a time of togetherness and gratitude.” Nigel Hamilton

“Over and over I marvel at the blessings of my life. Each year has grown better than the last.” Lawrence Welk

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