Courtesy on the road worth practicing this winter
Our view urges drivers to curb impatience and substance abuse as Florida’s roads brace for a flood of tourists this winter. It warns of bumper to bumper traffic and crashes and calls for more understanding and restraint to arrive safely.
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Parking debate at Body Expressions stalls on West Venice Ave
Readers argue over two hour parking rules near Body Expressions while noting non campus like hours for classes. Residents say many locals shop and bank nearby and support casual parking as legal.
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We Love Lucie quote on youth vigor in politics
In the piece, Richard St Sauver contrasts youthful exuberance and curiosity with political senility. The reader argues that juvenility and senility have no business in leadership, criticizing Venice council members for pursuing gender battles over city management.
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Letters to the Editor Policy Notice
The newspaper invites letters to the editor but limits length to 200 words to avoid editor shortening. Submissions must be signed with full name, address and phone number. Include complete mailing address P O Box 1028 Venice Florida 33595.
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Chinese restaurant confusion and holiday budget woes
A columnist riffs on the misnaming of Chinese eateries causing confusion and mixed experiences. The piece wanders through restaurant name pitfalls, a New York kosher joint joke, a Siesta Key trip with subpar service, and finally shifts to a frugal Christmas plan to buy one item weekly, ending with a continued note.
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Hybrid Memo critiques annexation and local governance in Venice
The column, seeded by the November Gondolier, argues for annexation legislation and a county police study. It urges appointment of law enforcers, supports the MacArthur land purchase, and criticizes municipal politics while praising women in politics and opposing local boarding houses for retirees.
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