Mike Cunningham retires from Colfax Sub-Station after 30 years
Our View profiles Mike Cunningham a long time Placer County Sheriff deputy who ends his career as deputy in charge of Colfax Sub-Station. He leaves law enforcement but plans a civilian life in Colfax with his family, fishing in Fort Bragg, and reflects on the toll and rewards of decades in service. Sergeant Dave Wells will replace him in Colfax.
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Mike Cunningham
Placer County
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Main Street
Colfax
Fort Bragg
PCSO
Dave Wells
Los Angeles
Mike Siepert
People who make a difference in lives by care
A. Thomas Homer ro writes about how caring individuals shape lives through small acts. He recounts mentors like a high school coach, a drill instructor, and especially Dr. Bill Mackenzie of the VA who diagnosed his health issues and built a plan to improve his weight, diabetes, and heart risk, showing genuine concern beyond bureaucratic care.
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Melissa
California State University
Sacramento
Bill Mackenzie
Veteran’s Administration
Mather Field
60 Minutes
Mather
Dr. Mackenzie
Letters to the Colfax Record on education costs and teacher work
A reader rebuts editor Tom Homer by arguing that teachers work through holidays with on campus activities and home prep. The letter cites senior projects, coaching duties, and co curriculars, contends student population growth skews cost figures, and defends K 12 education as a bargain despite rising costs and perceived student unpreparedness.
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Roseville
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