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Jack Atkinson
The perfect Christmas
      It is almost here and I have just gotten started. Many of you were ready the day after Thanksgiving. Starting early or starting late, hardly anyone will have the perfect Christmas. Perhaps we should settle for a good Christmas with a little meaningful time.
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Bill Shipp
Does Obama hold the key?
      Where is Sam Nunn now that we really need him? Have you taken a look at the roster of likely Democratic nominees for president? Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama lead the pack. Sure, the list also contains several tested names — Al Gore, John Edwards, Birch Bayh, Chris Dodd, etc.
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Katelyn Moore
Tales from the swamp, Part 5
      Its quite difficult to come up with stories that really show the real side of how things are in the swamp when you’ve never been there… and since I’m sworn to secrecy when it comes to the exact location of said swamp, it appears that, really, none of you will get there. Which may or may not be a go...
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Chaplain Judy Davis
Christmas joy
      I share this from an article I read this week: “While standing in the checkout line at a department store my young son, Ryan, asked if he could have a toy that was on display. Since Christmas was a month away, I told him he would have to ask Santa, he replied, “I think I’ll ask Grandma, she’s quick...
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Savvy Senior
Helping grandkids pay for college
      Dear Savvy Senior, Can you give me some tips on finding college money for our grandkids? My wife and I have five grandchildren (two that are living with us) and they’ll all need financial assistance for college. What can you tell us?
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A Looking Glass
By, GARY TOOLE
      Years ago mostly country folk called a mirror, “A looking glass.” Mirrors fascinate everyone and everything the first time they see themselves in one. The American Indian was amazed by this looking glass way back in history when the pioneers and pilgrims came to America. A baby can’t figure out why...
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Notes from the Senate
November Revenue Collections Somewhat Flat Trend
BY SEN. JACK HILL, 4th DISTRICT
      November continued in revenue collections for State Fiscal Year 2007. Since the fiscal year began in July, we have collected $6.7 billion in net tax revenues. This is an increase of $357 million or 5.6% compared to the same period last year. Individual income tax for the month grew by 12.1% or $75....
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