Publisher Ponders! November 2008
November 18, 2008
I am still pondering October. To be exact-Colorfest. I am still confused over why a problematic event which reeks havoc on local businesses and residents is given so much praise. To be blunt, this event does not promote commerce for most locally owned businesses and is more of a hindrance than a boon. Secondly, why do residents pay for a permit for a yard sale which is held on their own property, ie:, ‘Yard Sale” and what’s up with the $2 per car parking which is parked on your own property? Oh yea, to offset expenses for a craft show that is overrated and break even or show an increase on the P&L. Moving on to more important issues, be sure to read Tim Eakin’s “Wall Street to Main Street” and how the current economic conditions are affecting us right here in Thurmont. With all of the hype on this coined phrase what a shame the foot traffic has not increased on Main Street nationally or locally according to National Trust for Preservation. As a student of economics, I could not have picked a better time to working on my degree in this field. Join me in December when we visit the economic buzz words and how they affect our daily lives, money and future. On a lighter note, hats off to Commissioner Hooper and Jill along with their troop of volunteers for an incredible Halloween night in the park. Your dedication and creativity was well enjoyed by a record breaking crowd. Your work was awesome! I would also like to take this opportunity to welcome Paul Hadfield, LCPC, from Catoctin Wellness Center and his column on “The Invisible Bully” as a continuing series from Catoctin Wellness Center and healthy mental tips to help us cope with a .com society. One more thing to ponder; with Thanksgiving upon us, I am confused about the Thanksgiving dinner. The Pilgrims invited the Indians to share in a feast to thank them. Great! Only one problem, the white man took the land from the Indians and we still continue to celebrate their kindness while we have not treated the Indian nation in good faith.
Gobble! Gobble!
Vickie Grinder
Publisher Thurmont Times
Publisher Ponders! October 2008
October 13, 2008
Thanks to all who participate in our monthly poll questions. I must say however October’s results for two of the questions completely took me by surprise to say the least. The questions: Do you want to see the Guardian Hose Company remain volunteer, and would you be willing to make a donation no matter how small. I figured a few no’s were imminent but as it turned out the no’s were overwhelming. So I guess I am pondering why anyone would want their taxes to escalate to yet another unaffordable level. The Guardian Hose serves our community with stellar service, and standards to the same tune as a paid company. Donations no matter how small could mean as little as five dollars, and once again the no’s narrowed the margin far more than I had expected. On a positive note-Thanks to all of the members of the Thurmont Guardian Hose Company for all of their continued support to this community, and saving lives 365 days a year, 24-7. You are priceless! I am still pondering these results.
Make sure you read “Snap, Crackle, Pop!” in Takin’ Care of Business. As promised, a look to why we are using corn to supply energy while depleting our food source, asking the question, who will feed us? If you don’t think this will not affect as, think again, it is already affecting our food supply. Next month we will examine economic conditions and how what is happening nationally, is affecting us right here in Thurmont.
Be sure to read Wellness Time, with this month’s columnist from the Catoctin Wellness Center Child Psychologist Becky Uppercue. Look for our special pull out section next month “Christmas in the Catoctins”with recipes, events, decorating, Time saving tips, and much, much more!
Don’t forget to vote in this month’s poll questions at thurmonttimes.com. Thurmont Times bringing you current information relating to current conditions, and trends which affect our town in our times.
Comments? Vickie@thurmonttimes.com
Happy Howl’oween!
Publisher Ponders! September 2008
September 10, 2008
Kids back to school, the Community Show, and football all signs of fall. Time continues to zip by, which brings me to one of my dilemmas this month. I am still pondering how I forgot my dear friend Mark Smith’s column “Rambling”, and Speaks Automotives advertisement. I guess my memory zipped by as well. I apologize to Speaks, and Mark is finally speaking to me, so please be sure to read what Mark is “Rambling” about other than me! We could not print what he said to me, but all is good! I am also pondering why analyst boost grain crops are up 19%, but what they don’t tell you is global population has grown by 132%. With that said, I cannot understand why we are using grain for an alternative source for energy, when according to economist by 2030 we will have a 70% plus shrinkage of product.
Join us in October when Tim Eakin will bring you answers, and examine new economic outlooks, demand vs. supply. How will we feed ourselves? Before closing I would like to take this opportunity to welcome the Catoctin Wellness center for Wellness Time with Larry Stouter, LCPC, Becky Uppercue, LGSW, Paul Hadfield, Counselor, and Fred Wolfson acupuncturists. This team will bring to light social problems in the millennium, cause and effect, and how to deal with social problems escalated by stress, technology, and the internet. Larry Stouter will examine pornography –a social problem that has skyrocketed due to the internet.
Thanks for reading the Thurmont Times, and be sure to visit thurmonttimes.com and comment on our articles, and state your opinion. If you don’t have access to the internet, write us at Thurmont Times, 104 Frederick Road, Thurmont.
Publisher Ponders! August 2008
August 10, 2008
A friend of mine ask me the other day (yea, I do have one) what I felt was the biggest technology step in my generation of X. I had to stop & think. Hmmm. Okay since I can’t parallel park, and ride around the block 20 times to find a “pull in” space, it would have to be the parallel parking Lexus! I had a vision of a shiny black one & gold wheel covers. Tim said, “No, really, something you can afford.” Okay, so back to reality. I guess it would have to be the internet. How wonderful is it to have all the answers to everything right at our fingertips, and entertains us for hours….. Did I say entertain? Believe it or not the internet with its connection to world also has created many legal problems, to the point Cyber Laws are now manifesting due to many of the crimes that are globally committed with this wonderful technology; rip-offs, fraud, porn, and crimes involving children. I ponder “what impact does this global technology have on us as a society?” This brings me to our new column coming in September-“Wellness Time” This question and many others will feature the counseling team at Catoctin Wellness Center. Larry Stouder, and staff will bring us the answers for how technology is changing our daily lives, behavior, and how to cope with it all. Larry’s staff of adult and children counselors will answer some of the challenges that face us as a society.
If you have a question that you would like to see published, send to vickie@thurmonttimes.com. Don’t miss Wellness Time starting next month!
Welcome to Thurmont…
July 17, 2008
The New Thurmont Times…
Meet your Thurmont Times Staff!
Back row: Tim Eakin, Business / Ray Williams, Thurmont Table Time / Mark Smith, Rambling
Front row: Vickie Grinder, Publisher / Tina Terpko, Tasty Tips with Tina / Dr. John Bramson,
Vet Time, Richard Little, Time in a Bottle / Dave Little, Game Time with Dave
Publisher Ponders! July 2008
July 14, 2008
| Welcome to Thurmont. The Thurmont Times that is! First I would like to congratulate my friend George Wireman for receiving the official title of Town Historian! Thanks George for all you have done for the town and me personally. As the new publisher of The Thurmont Times, I am excited to bring new and upbeat information each month that affects not only Thurmont, but how everyday issues effects us on a local level in comparison to national events. I think you will find something for all ages in the Times. |
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I am fortunate to have the best of friends, and boss (Jerry) that anyone could ever ask for-the staff of the Thurmont Times. These contributing writers are Thurmont residents with jobs, children, pets, and daily frustrations just as you-our readers. I hope you enjoy the changes we have made, and all of the different stories we will bring you each month. We encourage all of you to comment on articles, and answer our poll questions throughout the paper at www.thurmonttimes.com This website will host a variety of information, including a site for all advertisers & links to their sites as well. Job Time will allow job postings, and of course the do’s & don’ts for job interviewing. We hope you enjoy The Thurmont Times, and website created for you-the reader. I want to close by dedicating my first publication to my friends that are bringing this paper to life! You guys are the best!
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Love ya!
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| Vickie Grinder, Publisher |
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