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Volume 14, Issue 5 “ A Paper for the People” May 2007 - Governor Daniels Visits Eastern High School Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels took questions from students in Eastern High School who assembled in the Performing Arts Center on April 10. He opened by saying he is visiting schools to speak in favor of full- day kindergarten. He said real education takes place in today’s kindergarten, not just babysitting. He also said he is interested in building the kind of state where people will “ want to live and work, a place of opportunity and hope”. He wants to have a state which offers a variety of jobs. The questions were on a broad spectrum of issues Aaron Pullen asked the governor what he has done for the state. Daniels replied that his administration has restored financial integrity to state government. Michelle Carpenter asked what he has learned by traveling the state. He said he learns something new each day. Some of the best learning has been when he stays in people’s homes. Adam Goebel asked about the governor’s opinion of religion in schools. Daniels said he is a Christian but the state has people of many different faiths and of no faith, and he observes a scrupulous separation between personal views of faith and public responsibility to treat all equally. He said it is not the government’s place to establish a religion and this applies to schools as well. Mallory Huggins asked for his thoughts on No Child Left Behind. ’ He said he agrees that measuring progress should be done. “ If you’re not keeping score, you’re just practicing”. He went on to say that when you do that measurement, you have to look at subgroups such as minorities and special education students. He said the program is being reviewed. Tyler Echelbarger asked Daniels’ views on illegal immigration. He said the existing laws need to be enforced. He said he approves of legal immigration and encourages it for people who are willing to obey the law, learn English, or at least be sure their children learn English. He said we are a county of immigrants, that our ancestors came from someplace. He said, “ I hope we are always the kind of country people are trying. to get into, not get out of. Chelsea McAnich asked if he thinks the media is telling teens they are overweight and that it could cause anorexia. He said, “ We are overweight. Too much weight, over years, can have bad results, but it is not good to overcorrect either.” Cody Sheridan asked about Daniels’ plans for re- election. He said he hasn’t decided whether to run. He said he hopes some of the students will decide to run for office. Baxter Howell asked if Daniels thought students should have a say in school hiring. He said definitely not and gave examples of some things which require a certain age or experience. Senior Ashley Scott, who plans to be a Special Education teacher, asked if there is a teacher shortage. Daniels said, “ Not at the moment but I’d like there to be a teacher shortage if we could have more teachers per student. Cole Bennett asked the governor’s opinion of gay marriage. He said he believes in the traditional marriage “ between a man and a women” but other relationships should not be a cause for discrim-ination. In a related question by Rob Smith about companies giving benefits to gay couples, Daniels said it is the right of those companies to give benefits to same- sex couples if they want. Greg Bulin asked if daylight saving time is making a difference. Daniels said it definitely is, that centers like the new Wal- Mart distribution center in Gas City and FedEx run on tight schedules and not having to change their schedules twice a year has Kipp McClain and Adam Willis were among the students who greeted the Governor after the question- and- answer session. saved them money. When asked about his feelings about abortion, Daniels said he is against it and supports right to life. He also said, “ I believe this is the kind of question which will be resolved in the hearts of people.” Ryan Karn asked how biodiesel fuel will affect the state. Daniels said that, along with ethanol, it is a major part of Indiana’s future. Sit This One Out Those who look forward to going to the polls and participating in elections may suffer from withdrawal this year, as they do every four years. Greentown area residents can go about their usual activities on this Primary Election Day, May 8; there are no county or town elections to be held. The only voting in the county will be for certain Kokomo offices. In November, elections will be held for Greentown Town Council and Clerk- Treasurer, likewise for Kokomo and Russiaville offices. But for those outside the limits of those towns and city, there will not be an oppor@ nity to vote until May 2008. To check on voter registration or other registration questions, call the Voter Registration o f f i c e at 456- 22 19. R e g i s t r a t i o n s c a n be accomplished at that office or at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles office. Debut of Historic Trail-to Be May 5 Which is Greentown’s only building on the National Register of Historic Places? Where was the stating rink? Where was the opera house? Where was the original Town Hall? Can you find a cornice in downtown Greentown? Can you find examples of Dutch Colonial Revival, Craftsman, and Romanesque architecture in downtown Greentown? What style is City Hall? Answers to these questions will be found in i booklet developed as a guide : o sites on the Greentown Historic Trail. Plaques bearing : he name, “ Historic Trail” and a lumber corresponding to the lumber in the booklet are being iffixed to the buildings. After May 5 the booklets will be ivailable at Greentown City Hall, Greentown History : enter, and the Greentown Yass Museum. A ribbon- cutting ceremony will be conducted in front of City Hall at 4: OO p. m. on Saturday, May 5. A guided taur will be led by Cathy Compton Wright, North Central Field Representative of Historic Landmarks of Indiana. The tour will include interiors of the I. O. O. F. Building, the Greentown History Center, and Mast Furniture and Gifts. City Hall is located one- half block north of the stoplight at Main and Meridian streets. The tour will last about one hour and will include some stairs. Donors to the project are the Town o f G r e e n t o w n , Greentown Historical Society, Simpson Jewelry & Uniforms, Greentown Glass Museum, and Greentown Main Street Association. The trail has been developed through ajoint effort of the Greentown Advisory Park Board, Greentown Historical Society, and Greentown Main Street Association. Annexation Approved The Town Council approved resident was concerned with . he voluntary annexation of 104 having a business next door to 3. Maple St. on April 3 at a their home. When asked what mblic hearing. Several his plans are for the property, aesidents were present with Keith Bailey, who owns the Iuestions and comments. One property and made the request pestion was “ Why does the for annexation, said, “ We have own want to annex this no idea. We may just take the woperty if it can’t be hooked house down and let it sit.” He ip to the sewer?’ It was went on to say, “ If we knew : xplained that the state might what we know now, we : lect to grant a waiver for a wouldn’t have bought it. If I business. More than one could sell it, I would.”
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Title | The Greentown Grapevine – 2007-05, 14:05 |
Subject | newspapers |
Subject, Local | Greentown, Howard County (Ind.) |
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Date Original | 2007-05 |
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Local News depicting eastern Howard County in Indiana. Headlines: Governor Daniels Visits Eastern high School; Debut of Historic Trail to Be May 5; Annexation Approved; Sit This One Out |
Language | en |
Contributors | Kokomo-Howard County Public Library; Greentown Historical Society |
Source | Original newspaper: The Greentown Grapevine, May 2007, Volume 14, Issue 05 |
Relation | Howard County Newspapers |
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Title | The Greentown Grapevine – 2007-05, 14:05 - Page 1 |
Relation | Howard County Newspapers |
Transcript | Volume 14, Issue 5 “ A Paper for the People” May 2007 - Governor Daniels Visits Eastern High School Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels took questions from students in Eastern High School who assembled in the Performing Arts Center on April 10. He opened by saying he is visiting schools to speak in favor of full- day kindergarten. He said real education takes place in today’s kindergarten, not just babysitting. He also said he is interested in building the kind of state where people will “ want to live and work, a place of opportunity and hope”. He wants to have a state which offers a variety of jobs. The questions were on a broad spectrum of issues Aaron Pullen asked the governor what he has done for the state. Daniels replied that his administration has restored financial integrity to state government. Michelle Carpenter asked what he has learned by traveling the state. He said he learns something new each day. Some of the best learning has been when he stays in people’s homes. Adam Goebel asked about the governor’s opinion of religion in schools. Daniels said he is a Christian but the state has people of many different faiths and of no faith, and he observes a scrupulous separation between personal views of faith and public responsibility to treat all equally. He said it is not the government’s place to establish a religion and this applies to schools as well. Mallory Huggins asked for his thoughts on No Child Left Behind. ’ He said he agrees that measuring progress should be done. “ If you’re not keeping score, you’re just practicing”. He went on to say that when you do that measurement, you have to look at subgroups such as minorities and special education students. He said the program is being reviewed. Tyler Echelbarger asked Daniels’ views on illegal immigration. He said the existing laws need to be enforced. He said he approves of legal immigration and encourages it for people who are willing to obey the law, learn English, or at least be sure their children learn English. He said we are a county of immigrants, that our ancestors came from someplace. He said, “ I hope we are always the kind of country people are trying. to get into, not get out of. Chelsea McAnich asked if he thinks the media is telling teens they are overweight and that it could cause anorexia. He said, “ We are overweight. Too much weight, over years, can have bad results, but it is not good to overcorrect either.” Cody Sheridan asked about Daniels’ plans for re- election. He said he hasn’t decided whether to run. He said he hopes some of the students will decide to run for office. Baxter Howell asked if Daniels thought students should have a say in school hiring. He said definitely not and gave examples of some things which require a certain age or experience. Senior Ashley Scott, who plans to be a Special Education teacher, asked if there is a teacher shortage. Daniels said, “ Not at the moment but I’d like there to be a teacher shortage if we could have more teachers per student. Cole Bennett asked the governor’s opinion of gay marriage. He said he believes in the traditional marriage “ between a man and a women” but other relationships should not be a cause for discrim-ination. In a related question by Rob Smith about companies giving benefits to gay couples, Daniels said it is the right of those companies to give benefits to same- sex couples if they want. Greg Bulin asked if daylight saving time is making a difference. Daniels said it definitely is, that centers like the new Wal- Mart distribution center in Gas City and FedEx run on tight schedules and not having to change their schedules twice a year has Kipp McClain and Adam Willis were among the students who greeted the Governor after the question- and- answer session. saved them money. When asked about his feelings about abortion, Daniels said he is against it and supports right to life. He also said, “ I believe this is the kind of question which will be resolved in the hearts of people.” Ryan Karn asked how biodiesel fuel will affect the state. Daniels said that, along with ethanol, it is a major part of Indiana’s future. Sit This One Out Those who look forward to going to the polls and participating in elections may suffer from withdrawal this year, as they do every four years. Greentown area residents can go about their usual activities on this Primary Election Day, May 8; there are no county or town elections to be held. The only voting in the county will be for certain Kokomo offices. In November, elections will be held for Greentown Town Council and Clerk- Treasurer, likewise for Kokomo and Russiaville offices. But for those outside the limits of those towns and city, there will not be an oppor@ nity to vote until May 2008. To check on voter registration or other registration questions, call the Voter Registration o f f i c e at 456- 22 19. R e g i s t r a t i o n s c a n be accomplished at that office or at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles office. Debut of Historic Trail-to Be May 5 Which is Greentown’s only building on the National Register of Historic Places? Where was the stating rink? Where was the opera house? Where was the original Town Hall? Can you find a cornice in downtown Greentown? Can you find examples of Dutch Colonial Revival, Craftsman, and Romanesque architecture in downtown Greentown? What style is City Hall? Answers to these questions will be found in i booklet developed as a guide : o sites on the Greentown Historic Trail. Plaques bearing : he name, “ Historic Trail” and a lumber corresponding to the lumber in the booklet are being iffixed to the buildings. After May 5 the booklets will be ivailable at Greentown City Hall, Greentown History : enter, and the Greentown Yass Museum. A ribbon- cutting ceremony will be conducted in front of City Hall at 4: OO p. m. on Saturday, May 5. A guided taur will be led by Cathy Compton Wright, North Central Field Representative of Historic Landmarks of Indiana. The tour will include interiors of the I. O. O. F. Building, the Greentown History Center, and Mast Furniture and Gifts. City Hall is located one- half block north of the stoplight at Main and Meridian streets. The tour will last about one hour and will include some stairs. Donors to the project are the Town o f G r e e n t o w n , Greentown Historical Society, Simpson Jewelry & Uniforms, Greentown Glass Museum, and Greentown Main Street Association. The trail has been developed through ajoint effort of the Greentown Advisory Park Board, Greentown Historical Society, and Greentown Main Street Association. Annexation Approved The Town Council approved resident was concerned with . he voluntary annexation of 104 having a business next door to 3. Maple St. on April 3 at a their home. When asked what mblic hearing. Several his plans are for the property, aesidents were present with Keith Bailey, who owns the Iuestions and comments. One property and made the request pestion was “ Why does the for annexation, said, “ We have own want to annex this no idea. We may just take the woperty if it can’t be hooked house down and let it sit.” He ip to the sewer?’ It was went on to say, “ If we knew : xplained that the state might what we know now, we : lect to grant a waiver for a wouldn’t have bought it. If I business. More than one could sell it, I would.” |