Editor's Corner Thanks Readers and Election Letters
The editor thanks readers for hundreds of letters on candidates and issues, notes that letters are not printed proportionally, and explains space and locality decisions. He urges readers to vote on Tuesday and signs off as the people paper.
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Calhoun County
People
Two Capable Candidates Vie for Marshall Mayor
In Marshall two contested posts appear in the November election. Jim Dyer, a 14 year city zoning and council veteran and long time municipal attorney, and David Revere, a former Kalamazoo police officer turned labor and employment attorney, both offer city government experience. Supporters praise Dyer for lawful, careful governance and listening, while Revere highlights leadership history and commitment to Marshall. Both are described as capable and devoted to the community.
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David Revere
Kalamazoo
MSU
Mandy
Marshall
Atmost
David
Jim
New Health Care Provisions Help Medicare Recipients
The 2010 health care law expands benefits for Medicare clients in 2011. Free annual wellness visits and preventive services, including diabetes and cardiovascular risk screening, may save recipients about 200 to 300 dollars annually on average. With Social Security payments around 1000 dollars monthly, these changes could improve financial security for many beneficiaries.
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Medicare
Public endorsements for local probate and city races
The writer publicly supports George Strander for Probate Judge with 12 years probate experience and community focus. Blaine VanSickle is backed for County Commission District 6 for his farming roots and honest, informed leadership. Marshall voters are urged to back David Revere for Ward 1 City Council, and Jim Dyer is endorsed for Mayor due to his leadership and team approach.
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George Strander
George
County Commission
Blaine VanSickle
Blaine
Puppy harmed by unknown suspects in back yard incident
A Mrs Missie, a 4 month old puppy, was injured by intruders who spread pink fiberglass insulation in her back yard between 8 and 10 pm on Oct 20. The writer vows to pursue legal action and asks for any information to help catch the culprits.
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Mom
Missie
Prepared to Serve Marshall Mayor Candidate Endorsed
A local supporter argues Jim Dyer is highly prepared to serve as Marshall mayor citing 21 years in the community, 10 years on zoning and planning commissions, four on city council, role on the City/Township 425 agreement, and work as a municipal law attorney. The endorsement highlights his altruistic focus and community fit, while noting a contrasting candidate David with fresh city-law expertise and council potential.
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Jim
Jim Dyer
Marshall
Kalamazoo
Lansing
Mandy
David
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