My New Year's resolution? Water when dining out
      The arrival of 2009 means many of you are about to embark on the daunting task of trying to fulfill New Year's resolutions. Perhaps you wish to quit smoking; maybe you desire to drop 20 pounds; possibly you plan to eliminate those dastardly credit cards.
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Diverse issues, questions arise daily in county
      I hope everyone had a merry Christmas and wish for you a happy New Year. I look forward to penning a guest column occasionally to keep you abreast of county issues. As this is my first column, I thought it would be appropriate to share my impressions of the first month in office.
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Is our election system for sale? I'd say so
LETTERS
      Recent scandals make you shiver at the thought that our election system is for sale. Candidates are selected for their ability to raise money not their ability to contribute to the government. Election reform is needed. Are you as sick of the constant election campaigning as I am? The next campaign begins as soon as the election is over. Why is this allowed to happen?
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On the Spot: WHERE WE PUT PEOPLE "ON THE SPOT" TO ANSWER A QUESTION "ON THE SPOT."
What are your New Year's resolutions?
By Scott Page
     "To get a bigger hard drive." Stephanie Anderson Gulf Breeze
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