Virginia fashion ban on low hanging pants sparks debate
The Virginia House passed a 60 to 34 vote to fine wearers whose undergarments show, drawing national ridicule and debate over government dress rules. The column questions the law's value, cites similar bids in Louisiana and other states, and urges lawmakers to focus on poverty and family support rather than fashion police.
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Middletown Journal Masthead and Editorial Leadership
The Middletown Journal lists Edwina Blackwell Clark as publisher and M David Goodwin as editor with Michael Williams serving as editorial page editor. The 1857-founded newspaper confirms its long-standing local newsroom leadership.
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Middletown Seeks Public Input on 20 Year Master Plan
City officials and business leaders unveil a 20 year master plan to guide Middletown’s economic future focusing on redeveloping brownfield and grayfield sites. An open house at the City Building 5 to 7 p.m. features the planning commission meeting to collect public input before council consideration in early April.
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Cleaner air debate shows split over cap and trade
The piece argues a grand compromise on power plant pollution is unlikely as the administration pushes Clear Skies, while EPA regulators and alternative bills offer routes to emissions trading and local control. It notes conflicts over carbon controls, timetable relief, and the risk of legal delays.
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Maine
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Ohio
Forbidden Fruit Love Stories From The Underground Railroad
Betty DeRamus collects tales of love and sacrifice from enslaved and free Black people in Forbidden Fruit Atria 25. The reviewer notes uneven mood but uplifting scenes of resilience and faith in enduring bonds, urging memory of forebears’ courage to guide present relationships and marriage.
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al Green
Morro Bay
Betty DeRamus
Detroit
Atria
DeRamus
Confederacy
Middletown Journal Letters Policy and Submission Rules
The Middletown Journal accepts letters to the editor sent by mail email or fax. Letters must be signed with full name address and daytime phone number for verification. Submissions become the property of the paper and may be reused in any medium. edits for length and clarity are possible.
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