Thought for Today by Lew Wallace on behavior and respect
A concise aphorism notes that behaving well where others have acted badly invites others to dislike you. The quote reflects Lew Wallace’s view on personal conduct and social judgment, urging restraint in response to misconduct.
North Carolina faces 2.4 billion debt from unemployment
The state must repay 2.4 billion to the federal government after extended unemployment benefits, while a 2 billion reserve fund is required. Proposals aim to cut benefit levels and weeks, shift costs to employers, and tighten fraud enforcement to balance a shrinking budget and avoid future burdens.
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On the Corner of Hope and Worry Diner Sparks Nationwide Kindness
Donna Dove of Donna's Diner in Elyria Ohio drew front page attention from The New York Times for her struggle to keep the 13 year old eatery afloat. Readers sent letters money and even cookies totaling about 4000 dollars while a wave of reporters and readers offered encouragement. The diner saw a 50 percent uptick in business as people across the country and even abroad learned of the small Ohio landmark. Mayor Holly Brinda helped coordinate outreach and Donna plans to repay kindness by sharing stories with students and neighbors in a growing community around Middle and Second streets.
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Log On Talk Talk Back Tragic Social Notes
A sequence of condolence messages from readers. Carol Stevenson Scott Wallace Pete Rey Bethany Arrowood express sympathy for a family, praying for comfort and support for the child and relatives. The fragment reflects community responses to a grievous loss.
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