Letters

Letter: U.S. drug policy spurs Mexican violence

There will be no solution to the drug cartel violence in Mexico so long as the United States maintains a brain-dead drug prohibition policy that has failed for more than 90 years. It is time to relearn the lesson of alcohol prohibition – namely... Full story

Letter: Parish fundraiser was successful

A special thank you for the good publicity you gave Our Lady of Lourdes parish rummage sale held recently at St. Bernadette’s Hall. The event was well attended and proceeds of over $5,000 will be used to help pay some of the work on St. Bernadette’s... Full story

Letter: Maxwell Cemetery is well-maintained

Time to give three cheers for the caretaker of Maxwell Cemetery, Mr. Bowen. For a small town, we certainly have a beautifully manicured cemetery. We now have brick walkways, which were just recently completed, on the south and west entrances which add... Full story

Letter: Make music by donating box tops

As a music teacher within the Colusa Unified School District, and on behalf of the Friends of Music, our booster group, I would like to thank all the parents and community members who have been clipping the “Box Tops for Education” coupons.... Full story

Letter: College classes merit GPA bump

Colusa High School students are at a disadvantage that can be easily remedied. Those who take UC-approved Yuba College classes should receive a weighted grade-point average on their CHS transcript. Why? Let’s say a Colusa High student and a student... Full story

Bob MacKaben: Grant proposal vital to city's future

I read Ms. Meeker’s article (“City grant process questioned,” Feb. 6) and felt several items needed clarification. These are my comments; I’m not speaking for the entire City Council. This grant application is very time-sensitive.... Full story

Wheeler will be missed as chief deputy

I just read where (Colusa County) Chief Deputy Kevin Wheeler retired. I have known Kevin for 10 years and together we tag-teamed to put together the history of the Colusa County Sheriff’s Department from the 1860s to present. They are now in their... Full story

Letter: CHS spending priorities need adjustment

I recently received a letter from Colusa High School soliciting a donation to subscribe to an online study tool. Apparently, they do not have the $1,198 needed for the annual subscription. I agree that we should take all steps necessary to improve the... Full story

Letter: Waterworks rose garden could use some TLC

My grandfather, James M. Fouch, was the superintendent of the municipal waterworks in Colusa for many years. Before he passed away in 1955, he planted the roses that are on the south side of the waterworks building. I’ve been saddened to see how... Full story

Letter: A reader’s complaint is cause for thanks

Dear Editor,The purpose of a local paper is to inform its readers on local issues. I was dismayed when receiving (the Nov. 5) Willows Journal that I should own a computer and be literate in same to know how the local election turned out.The Willows Journal... Full story

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