Rushville Republican Opinion

Actions and consequences

2012-02-09T14:00:00-05:00

I think we, as a nation, need to thing about the consequences of our actions. It seems to me that individuals, companies, members of Congress
and many others have forgotten that actions have consequences.

Can Rushville build its own super village?

2012-02-08T10:45:37-05:00

One of the first things I noticed as the 2012 super bowl drew nearer was that local news broadcasts were highlighting cheerful news.

Cherry Chat: Bringing additional relief to Hoosiers

2012-02-07T08:46:11-05:00

The Statehouse for weeks has been a scene of hectic chaos, but this week, it is a scene of mellow democracy.

Re Leising's efforts for rural Indiana

2012-02-07T08:39:14-05:00

Dear Editor:
Bravo, State Senator Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg)! Thank you for authoring
Senate Resolution 10, establishing a legislative study committee "to study
the causes of and solutions for higher than state average unemployment
rates and lower than state average per capita income in certain Hoosier
counties" (New Castle Courier Times, Jan. 24).

Teachers — The Backbone of Education

2012-02-03T11:00:49-05:00

Ask anyone to name the most influential people in their lives, and most often, a teacher makes the list.

Courthouse needs third floor work

2012-02-01T15:00:00-05:00

Just last week I had the opportunity to tour the Franklin County Courthouse. As we have done, they have restored that historic building to reflect its beautifully ornate and unique interior. As we have not done, however, they have restored their court chambers.

Free help with FAFSA

2012-02-01T10:31:25-05:00

To the Editor:
Now is the time for students to apply for college financial aid for the upcoming school year.

The disappearing Knights of the Rails

2012-01-31T08:37:40-05:00

A few years ago, while waiting on a train to pass on Spencer Street, I noticed a young man riding on the front of a grain car.

Cherry Chat: Making your mark on history count

2012-01-26T13:30:00-05:00

It has been a sad week for the Cherry family with the passing of my uncle, Joseph Dewees. A long time resident of Brown County, my uncle left an extraordinary mark on history and on all the lives of those that knew him.

Is Romney still a conservative? TV media doesn't think so

2012-01-26T10:09:09-05:00

Dear Editor:
It's interesting to note that television reporters and talking heads now use the term "conservative" to refer only to those on the extreme far right.