Arizona governor cites local control in metric switch talk
Governor Raul Castro stresses public education and local decision making as the U S moves toward metric measurement. He notes 27 states have active education or conversion efforts while Congress debates soft and tough bills on federal involvement. The Arizona board supports teaching metric but leaves school decisions to local boards, echoing 1776 independence ideals.
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Hospital greed and charity clash over emergency aid
A Payson mother recalls her two year old son being rejected by Payson Hospital for lack of funds and insurance, forced to seek care 90 miles away in dangerous rain, while Globe Hospital treated them promptly. The letter condemns hospital funding gaps and praises Globe and local communities for support.
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Free kittens evoke farmer gag at local roundup
A humorous note from The Roundup recalls a farmer's promise of a free martini with every kitten. On a Saturday night at Candlelight, three waitresses appeared in patriotic red white and blue outfits, adding a playful flair.
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