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News-Miner Editorials
Veterans remembered
Stryker Brigade memorial should have community support
May 10, 2008
The initial deployment of the 172nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team from Fort Wainwright in August 2005 seemed surreal at times.
Does it take a crisis?
Example set by Juneau residents is more than notable
Published May 7, 2008
17 commentsCommunity Perspectives
Alaska’s optimistic political future
Published May 10, 2008
Sometimes it’s hard to feel optimistic about Alaska. A former mayor of Fairbanks, convicted of pocketing taxpayer dollars intended for charity, is heading for federal prison.
Teachers recognized this week
Published May 9, 2008
Throughout the school district this week, parents, principals and parent-teacher organizations have prepared meals, baked homemade treats and made small gifts for teachers. As the school year nears its end, it’s time to show educators that their efforts do not go unnoticed.
2 commentsFairbanks Neighborhood Watch kicking into high gear
Published May 4, 2008
Hello, Fairbanks. As we finally (yes, finally!) move into spring, there are a series of efforts underway that I believe will significantly affect the climate of crime and neighborhood livability here in Fairbanks.
1 commentBlock captains work to bring neighbors together
Published May 4, 2008
We are part of this community. We are your neighbors, living in your neighborhood. And, like many of you, we are disturbed by reading and hearing on a daily basis about increased assaults and crimes here in our neighborhood.
1 commentMoose case illustrates federal quandary
Published May 3, 2008
Front-page news on April 11 was the story about Jeff King supposedly killing a moose inside Denali National Park.
Letters to the Editor
Market policy
Published May 10, 2008
The Tanana Valley Farmers Market is getting ready for the start of another season this Saturday, and we need to ...
3 commentsInformation is power
Published May 10, 2008
Thomas Jefferson observed: “Information is the currency of democracy.” This principle is no longer being used enough in America.
3 commentsAll is Wheel?
Published May 10, 2008
It is very surprising that you chose to publish a picture of a young man “taking flight off the ramp-like ...
1 commentAirline drinking
Published May 9, 2008
Lately there have been several good editorials and letters about the dangers of drinking and driving.
35 commentsSupport military
Published May 9, 2008
Usually I let everyday complaints from the population of Fairbanks, North Pole and the surrounding areas, roll off my back.
48 commentsReplace the garage
Published May 9, 2008
I kick no man when he is down. But this would be an ideal time to tear down that monstrous ...
16 commentsKudos Carlson Center
Published May 9, 2008
I’d like to thank the staff and management of the Carlson Center for their hospitality during the wait for Elton ...
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