The city has a sickness in it — crime

Editor’s note: The following letter was read to the Rockford City Council May 21. Dear Mayor Morrissey, staff and City Council
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May 23, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 1 Comment

Are Cabello and Gambino leaders?

I would say it’s hard to believe, but really it’s not. Within two months after the March primary election, with
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May 23, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Thank you volunteers & sponors

Several weeks ago, if you saw thousands of bright yellow bags along streets and roads in Winnebago County, you should
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May 23, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Keystone pipeline would boost U.S. local oil supply

Let’s take a look at some recent history. After the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, President Barack
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May 23, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

The truth about ObamaCare

The facts are coming out about the ObamaCare bill, the so-called Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Of course, we
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May 16, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 1 Comment

Politicians no longer our ‘Public Servants’

Dear Frank [Schier, editor and publisher], I commend you for this frank, truthful “Editor’s Note.” [re: “Public hearings on landfill
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May 16, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

1 percent sales tax kickback unfair

Our city council recently voted to give a new bar/restaurant a 1 percent sales tax kickback for five years. Does
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May 16, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Economy hurt by anti-business agenda

President Obama’s anti-business agenda has hurt our economy to such an extent that our tax base has been greatly eroded.
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May 16, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Thanks for success of ‘Inspired to Paint’!

The Barbara Olson Center of Hope is so appreciative to all who attended our 10th annual “Inspired to Paint” art
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May 16, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Fines and tipping fees

It seems obvious to all that the county board chairman is in favor of the landfill expansion near Baxter
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May 9, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 1 Comment

Do you know the signs of serious engine trouble?

Engine trouble symptoms can mean major problems with your car. If you see, hear, feel or smell anything that is
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May 9, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Re: Landfill expansion

Landfills are like a Model T Ford. We need new technology to dispose of waste, and Waste Management has it.
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May 2, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

American Cancer Society supports increase in cigarette tax

April 19, Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn (D) has announced a series of initiatives to address the state’s fiscal and
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May 2, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Reduced funding for pre-K programs not all that bad

The Rock River Times ran an article last week [online: “Report: Illinois ranks high for early childhood education access for
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May 2, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 2 Comments

Taking the bull by its horns at RMTD

Our Rockford Mass Transit District (RMTD) busing company was dedicated unto our city by our ex-mayor John McNamara and his
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May 2, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Sosnowski’s actions don’t match his words

May 1, State Rep. Joe Sosnowski (R-69), Rockford/Belvidere, will select and provide 16 students with one free semester of college
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May 2, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Why is this hog farmer a felon?

Where is the outrage?! Armed agents of DNR raid a farm, put hog farmer Mark Baker out of business and
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April 25, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

A leaner, greener and smarter Postal Service for the future

As we look back on 42 years of celebrating Earth Day, the Postal Service continues to build on the tradition
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April 25, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Teachers’ strike a black eye for community

Once more, the Rockford teachers’ union has manipulated the teachers to do the union’s bidding. The strike is a black
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April 18, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 5 Comments

Sharpshooters not the answer to CWD

I was pleased to see your article in The Rock River Times, “DNR needs new approach to CWD in
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April 18, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Pass Right to Repair Act to support military families at home

The American Military Society (AMS) urges Congress to pass the Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act (H.R. 1449) on
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April 18, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Where are the library books going?

I am a lifelong resident of Rockford, a frequent library patron and a lover of books. What is happening now
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April 11, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 13 Comments

Focus on principles in the election

How about Americans focus on principles, not personalities, in the upcoming presidential elections? George W. Bush didn’t nearly destroy America,
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April 11, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 1 Comment

Rep. Chuck Jefferson will continue to serve

Following the recent primary election, I am humbled and grateful for the opportunity to return to Springfield to address the
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April 11, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Come to the Tea Party event for Tax Day, April 15

Tax Day, April 15, it will be 206 days, or six months, 22 days, until the Nov. 6 election. Were
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April 11, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 2 Comments

Socialism doesn’t work; individual freedoms are stolen

We are slowly being socialized. I saw a cartoon from the Chicago Tribune of a Russian Communist, Leon Trotsky.
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April 11, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Loud motorcycle pipes — tone it down!

Spring has come early this year. People are out enjoying the unseasonably warm weather, including motorcycle riders. While most riders
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April 4, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 2 Comments

Mendelssohn Club says thanks

March has been filled with beautiful weather and wonderful music, and the Mendelssohn Club is looking forward to even more
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April 4, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Goodwill says thank you for a successful Diva’s Night Out

Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois would like to thank all the “Divas” who attended our Diva’s Night Out Fashion Show
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April 4, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

It’s garage sale season!

Ah, yes! Spring is spring, and along with spring comes garage sales; aren’t they fun? But, preparing for a sale
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April 4, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Gun bans promote more violence by criminals

Recently, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled unanimously that the University of Colorado’s campus gun ban violated the 2003 state law
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March 28, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Marla Wilson thanks supporters

I have just ended a three-year campaign in an effort to serve as Illinois Senator for the 34th District. In
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March 28, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Read his actions, not his lips

This year we will witness a very negative presidential campaign. Barack Obama’s dismal record requires that he rely on distortions
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March 28, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

The need to conserve water — for industries and consumers

I want to thank Rotary Club of Galena for the Jo Daviess County Roundtable meeting on March 21, 2012.
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March 28, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Support Relay For Life of Winnebago County

If you were diagnosed with cancer today or 10 years ago, you are a survivor. Cancer survivors are at
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March 21, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Tell the truth about Rockford

Rockford has become a terrible, ugly, violent place to live. Money magazine reports on it, and Yahoo has ranked Rockford,
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March 21, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 1 Comment

More responses to clear-cutting at forest preserves

Editor’s note: The following e-mails were forwarded by Neil McGaughlin, a former IDNR Conservation policeman, to The Rock River Times
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March 14, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 3 Comments

Obama’s broken promises

Before people vote for president in November, they should recall President Obama yucking it up with his cohorts about there
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March 14, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 2 Comments

Media omit true facts about the Keystone pipeline

A lot of people in this country seem to live in a bubble. What I mean by this is, facts
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March 14, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

The movie ‘Food, Inc.’ shows bias in presentation

The movie was shown on the evening of Feb. 15. It was announced by Rockford Urban Ministries, and several organic
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February 29, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 1 Comment

Tea Party gives people voice; GOP doesn’t

I want to personally thank the GOP Chairman, John McGlasson, of Livingston County, for having the class to invite both
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February 29, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Support for Becky Genoways

On behalf of On the Waterfront’s extended family, I would like to acknowledge and support Becky Genoways’ efforts and leadership
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February 22, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 1 Comment

Honesty/Transparency

Is our State Rep. Jim Sacia (R-89) being transparent when he urges a federal agency to ignore IEPA regulations? (IEPA
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February 22, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Help CASA help our children

What is a Court-Appointed Special Advocate? Aside from being a board member of our 15th Judicial Circuit CASA program,
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February 22, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Support your neighborhood association

I am very disappointed that people do not want to take an interest in or make an effort of
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February 22, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Support for RPS 205 Gifted Program

The Rockford Public School District is taking steps in the right direction as they discuss the possibility of expanding the
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February 15, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Post Office legislation does not respect citizens

As a citizen, I was appalled by the total lack of respect the hosts of the recent Post Office
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February 8, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)

Religious liberty is threatened by health care law

Utilizing authority granted to it in President Obama’s health care law, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced
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February 8, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 4 Comments

Oldsmobile Alero fire hazard

My wife was driving my daughter home from school when part of the inside of the car burst into flames.
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February 8, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | 1 Comment

Letters needed to oppose meat packing plant in Quad Cities area

Dear ICCAW members: Please help us get the word out! In an effort to draw public attention to what’s taking
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February 8, 2012 | Also published in Letters to the Editor | Comments (0)


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