Letters (Aug. 22, 2012)

Written by Hillsboro Free Press Tuesday, 21 August 2012 13:17

Bad policy adds to horrible accident

My name is Theresa Kasten, mother of 17-year-old Seth Biehler, who was a backseat passenger in a truck that was involved in a head-on collision just south of Herington on U.S. Highway 56/77 at about 11:45 a.m. Aug. 10.

At 11:49 that morning I received a call from Seth telling me what had happened. He said he thought everybody in their truck was OK but there was a car with children in it, and they were not. I asked if he called 911 and he stated he had.

I immediately left work and headed out there. When I arrived a few minutes later, I was horrified by what I saw. There were several people there already, passersby and a few people from a nearby home. They were all attempting to help in a very...

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Letters (Aug. 1, 2012)

Written by Hillsboro Free Press Tuesday, 31 July 2012 13:52

Vote Wiziarde for

McPherson Co. deeds

As a Republican and retired clerk of the District Court of McPherson County, I would like to voice my opinion about the register of deeds race.

Not only have I known Laurie (Baird) Wiziarde and her family for many years, I also had the chance to have Laurie work in my office. I personally know the spirit and integrity with which she performs her job. She really feels a responsibility to give the best service possible.

I was saddened to see her leave my office and go to the register of deeds office 14 years ago, but I knew it was the best move for her at the time, just as I know it is the right move to make Laurie B. Wiziarde our next McPherson County register of deeds.

Please join me in the Aug...

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Letters (July 25, 2012)

Written by Hillsboro Free Press Tuesday, 24 July 2012 13:33

Brookens endorses Lindahl for 70th seat

I support Doug Lindahl in his bid for 70th District state representative. We have an opportunity to elect a highly effective public servant to this post.

Doug Lindahl served five terms as a school board member in the Chapman district; that’s 20 years of willingly serving without pay—and his neighbors returned him to office again and again.

Mr. Lindahl also serves on the rural electric board for DS&O Electric Cooperative, yet another place where the people who know him best put him in an office. They trust his judgment.

Through his school board experience, Doug Lindahl is familiar with the budgeting process, and has worked to assure a good education for the kids of that rural district...

Read more: Letters (July 25, 2012)

Letters (July 18, 2012)

Written by Hillsboro Free Press Tuesday, 17 July 2012 14:26

Run with Relay for Life Aug. 25 in Marion

Cancer touches each of our lives, and until a cure is found, there is a reason for Relay for Life.

The Marion County Relay is fast approaching Aug. 25 at the Marion Sports and Aquatic Center. Plans are for a survivor dinner at 5 p.m. Let the fun begin.

Marion County is in a pilot program this year and with your help we can make it a success. The relay starts at 6 p.m. and ends at midnight.

Look for the Relay Quilt on display as it travels from Hillsboro to Marion now through the 25th. The drawing for the quilt will be during the relay.

Wendy’s is having a fundraiser for the relay from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. July 25.

Remember loved ones and friends with a luminaire at the relay and join us on...

Read more: Letters (July 18, 2012)