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Who and what deserves government bailouts?

To the editor: Why does anyone believe that the government’s bailout of big business is not socialism, but bailing out citizens who fall on hard times is?  Industry bailouts are necessary to keep the economy afloat; likewise, creating policy and protection to keep citizens from ...

Mahjongg Scores

We had 10 players for mahjongg Thursday. Peggy Finley came in first with 185, Terry Wilbur was second with 115, and Clem Moores was third with 110. So good to see the return of players and new players coming. To learn the game. If you would like to join, the group plays mahjongg every ...

On the Water: Warmer days improves inshore fishing

Last week’s cold snap dropped inshore water temperature into the upper 50s for a short time before gradually rising into the 60s. If you have fished our waters very long, you know a sudden drop in temperature is not good for inshore fishing. As the week progressed, each day was warmer ...

Bridge Beat

Bridge is played at 12:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the Fishers of Men Lutheran Church, 10360 Stringfellow Road, St. James City. Anyone wishing to play is welcome and does not need a partner. It costs $3 to play, some of which goes back to the winners of the game. Winners on Nov. 12: Mary ...

Norm’s Tasting Notes: 2023 J Lohr Chardonnay

The North Georgia Wine Advisor normwine@bellsouth.net normwine@charter.net 2023 J Lohr Estate Riverstone Chardonnay Dos November - 2025 The other night we enjoyed a Bodacious Seafood Salad with sauteed shrimp and scallops combined with avocado, tomato, and mixed lettuces, with a spicy ...