On WPL likely to file emergency rate request
Posted on January 22 at 2:31 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Thanks for the link RoadKing. I sent a message.
On Alliant investigates possible emergency electric rate hike
Posted on January 22 at 1:01 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Could someone please explain how this makes any sense? Since the economy is in the tank, shouldn't prices be falling? When they are telling me that demand is high so the price is high, is someone lying to me? Cuz' this is the opposite. Demand is lower, so lets raise the rate. How the hell does this work? Talk about kicking people while they're down.
On Blacks hired to smooth Janesville schools’ transition to diversity
Posted on January 20 at 12:43 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
What I find sad is that very few of you people actually addressed the very basis of this article which is NOT whether these 3 people are qualified to be mentors or if Janesville is a backward thinking, racist community but rather, if you think this is a good program. Is it possible to have one article with blogs that actually relate to what was written? Instead, the bloggers go off in every direction (usually something snotty) and start speculating about what wasn't written.
On Blacks hired to smooth Janesville schools’ transition to diversity
Posted on January 18 at 8:43 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
The reasons listed are poverty, poor parenting, lack of role models, lack of positive opportunities, poor education (students & parents), uncaring teachers, and all around acceptance by society that not all children will succeed. The belief that some will slip through the cracks. These reasons are felt by every student of every race, without regard to economic standing, in at least one way or another. Bell said in the article that "We target African-Americans, but anyone can join." This thinking inadvertently excludes kids. There will be kids that want/need help but don't seek it because they are afraid of being ridiculed because they are not the "targeted" group of people. These problems can't be fixed by a program at school. The only way to fix these problems would be a complete and total overhaul of our entire education system. Our politician's need to quit running their mouths about improving education and put some money where their mouths are. The bailout money would be a good place to start. They can start by getting every school the proper equipment, text books etc. and then move on to making teaching a more lucrative profession. Then, they need to implement strict student & parent accountability. If a parent doesn't want to be involved, force them to be. I can hear the yelling already. "Some parents are too busy." "They have to work." Poverty stricken parents could volunteer at the schools if they are receiving ANY type of government assistance. Plus, they could be forced to finish their own education. Company's could get a small tax credit for employees' that mentor a student. The possibilities are endless once people start thinking outside the box.
I realize that some things will work and some won't. But the fact of the matter is that I am really tired of hearing about all the problems that this nation is facing while at the same time, no one's willing to do anything about it. Start with our kids. Instead of bailing out all of these company's that made poor management decisions and all of these nations that hate us, put our money to good use and give our kids all the tools that they need to be well balanced, properly educated adults. That will take care of all of the reasons that this type of program was ever needed. Besides, everyone knows that racism is the product of ignorance. A well educated society, where every child was afforded the same learning opportunities would go a long way in taking care of racism.
And since we all know that this is wishful thinking and will probably never happen because our politicians have screwed up priorities, I think that this program is a good place to start.
On New restaurant in downtown Janesville
Posted on January 15 at 2:10 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
You can have prime rib at Steve & Holly's anytime you want it. All you have to do is ask for it. I had it on 12-19 and it was as delicious as always.
They also serve up a mean steak. My personal favorite.
On New restaurant in downtown Janesville
Posted on January 14 at 5:56 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Nature: You're right, the food at Steve & Holly's is great. My husband and I have ate there and I also have met friends there a few times for lunch. The staff is very friendly, the food is delicious, the atmosphere is laid back and it too is non-smoking. When the Gazette ran the article initially that Cherry's was moving, it did mention that the old one was already sold and who bought it. Too bad they didn't run an article when it re-opened under new owners.
On New restaurant in downtown Janesville
Posted on January 14 at 3:13 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Just to correct an earlier comment. The old Cherry's was not bought by Steve & Hannah. It was bought by Steve & Holly Milz. Long time Rock Country residents.
On Report: Driver was intoxicated
Posted on January 12 at 7:52 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
K_atie_e
You said that "I heard that Tayia's mother was in jail and the grandmother was her primary care giver." and you also said "Every one cast stones at me from the last article when I said she was a drunk and now look at what is published!!" And you want apologies.
Here's an idea. Why don't you start apologizing. You can start with Tayia and her mother and then move on to the respective families. Do you think that this situation or this forum is any place for you to disclose what you heard?
Here's the facts. #1: Yes, Tayia is still in the hospital. She is in pretty critical condition. If God decides to bring her back to her family, she most likely will not be the same. #2: Lisa (Tayia's mom) has been by her side 24/7 since the night it happened. #3: This family is trying to deal with the loss of their mother, their sister, their aunt, their friend. In coping with her death, they (the family) also have to come to turns with how she died and how Tayia ended up in the hospital. And lets not forget that there was a whole other family involved in this tragedy. I don't know what has happened to you in your life that allows you to sit on your high horse and demand apologies because you opened your mouth before you had any facts. Do you feel better because you were right? Are you going to be able to sleep better tonight knowing that you have bad-mouthed and trashed a family that is already dealing with more than anyone should ever have to deal with?
You also said "I feel awful for all the children out there that are born into families like this." What kind of family is that? A "family" who had a family member make a mistake? A "family" that would give everything to be able to change what happened?
Read the guestbook on caringbridge and you'll see that this "family" is very concerned, very loving, very supportive and most importantly, very hopeful that there will be a bright side to this tragedy. So unless you are probably the only person in the entire world that has never made a mistake or had a family member make a mistake, I suggest you keep your comments to yourself. And I will ask God that you never have to deal with something like this.
On Evansville family opens their home to 'Super Nanny'
Posted on January 10 at 5:12 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
The problem with the Kerns family is the same problem with most everyone else's family. Mom and dad aren't parenting because they are too busy reading the latest edition of "Parenting the PC Way" so as not to offend their child. Don't spank them, it's child abuse. Don't put them in time out, it's child neglect. Don't yell at them, it dampens their self-esteem. No wonder that "precious" is a brat that no one wants to be around. Just remember that when "precious" comes home whining that he/she doesn't have any friends, it's NOT his/her fault. Everyone else just hasn't realized how special "precious" is.
If the neighbor's kids were in your backyard, your garage or on your apparatus, would you say something to them? No you wouldn't because society is scared to death to say something to someone else's child. You tell a child "politely" that they are not welcome to play in your backyard without permission and you get that child's parent at your door flipping out because you "yelled" at "precious." Don't say anything and you lose your last dollar in the lawsuit when he/she gets hurt on your property.
That's the problem with society in general. Everone is so worried that they might do something wrong by someone else's standard that they don't do anything at all.
I'm no better or worse than the next parent. I've made my mistakes. I have failed to act when I should have and I have over-reacted when I shouldn't have. The point is, you have to act. You're going to take the wrong action more than once but at least you did something.
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On WPL likely to file emergency rate request
Posted on January 22 at 5:59 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
December 18, 2008: Today, the PSC (Public Service Commission)ordered that there will be no increase in electric rates and a slight decrease in gas rates for Wisconsin Public Service Corporation (WPSC) and Wisconsin Power and Light (WP&L) customers in 2009.
The statement (follow rocket's link to read) specifically states that they made the decision based on the economic turmoil of the state. It also specifies that the lower demand for oil has reduced the price therefore, basically eliminating the need for a rate increase.
How can they request an emergency rate increase 35 days after the PSC says they don't have a justifiable reason?