http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/ Latest articles for the Editorials section at springfieldnewssun.com. en-us Copyright 2009 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:53:28 GMT 2009-11-21T00:53:28Z en-us Copyright 2009 http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/schools-dress-code-sacks-bengal-haircut--407438.html?cxtype=rss_editorials One young Bengals fan let the team’s unexpected success this season go to his head, literally. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:12:06 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/schools-dress-code-sacks-bengal-haircut--407438.html 2009-11-18T01:12:06Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/there-must-be-a-better-way-to-pick-judges-407415.html?cxtype=rss_editorials If you ever think about judges, it’s probably at election time when you’re asked to vote for some. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 01:05:56 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/there-must-be-a-better-way-to-pick-judges-407415.html 2009-11-18T01:05:56Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/voinovich-on-right-track-on-deficit-plan--402516.html?cxtype=rss_editorials The most radical proposal being taken seriously in Congress these days is being put forth by a group of legislators typically referred to as the moderates: Ohio Republican Sen. Sun, 15 Nov 2009 01:35:29 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/voinovich-on-right-track-on-deficit-plan--402516.html 2009-11-15T01:35:29Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/payday-loans-still-here-still-hurting-people-402511.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Sometimes it may take two stakes through the heart. Such is the problem of payday lending. Despite the new Ohio law that limits short term loans to less than loan shark interest rates, the companies have come back with a new idea: Go light on interest and start charging hefty fees. Sun, 15 Nov 2009 01:25:26 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/payday-loans-still-here-still-hurting-people-402511.html 2009-11-15T01:25:26Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/this-generation-of-soldiers-under-multiple-strains-395308.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Every generation has produced veterans who have kept the country safe. Each of these generations has sacrificed much. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:47:02 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/this-generation-of-soldiers-under-multiple-strains-395308.html 2009-11-11T01:47:02Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/springfield-high-is-forming-its-own-identity-390505.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Walk the halls of Springfield High School with Campus Director Chris Shaffer and you pick up a vibe that things are coming together for students. Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:04:03 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/springfield-high-is-forming-its-own-identity-390505.html 2009-11-07T22:04:03Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/get-ready-to-be-disappointed-about-casinos-385574.html?cxtype=rss_editorials The casinos are coming. Voters on Tuesday reversed the decision they made on four earlier occasions and said they’d allow casino gambling in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Columbus and Toledo. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:46:44 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/get-ready-to-be-disappointed-about-casinos-385574.html 2009-11-05T00:46:44Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/ohio-can-end-acorn-like-registration-flaps-382079.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Voter registration has long been a fairly odd, largely American custom. It is all about letting authorities who run elections know where you live, even though the people who give you your driver’s license already know. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:51:04 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/ohio-can-end-acorn-like-registration-flaps-382079.html 2009-11-04T01:51:04Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/a-citizens-duty-go-to-the-polls-today-and-vote-382095.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Today, Nov. 3 is the day to make your voice heard. The polls open at 6:30 a.m. and close at 7:30 p.m. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:47:54 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/a-citizens-duty-go-to-the-polls-today-and-vote-382095.html 2009-11-04T01:47:54Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/nothing-is-more-important-than-supporting-kids-377672.html?cxtype=rss_editorials The Springfield City School District has turned the corner on a lot of problems. • It has stemmed the flow of students to other districts. Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:12:07 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/nothing-is-more-important-than-supporting-kids-377672.html 2009-11-01T00:12:07Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/ballard-beard-hanna-bowers-best-choices-376603.html?cxtype=rss_editorials The Enon Village Council election is the third of three races on Tuesday in which the people who are elected will have a shared responsibility for the growth and development of the southwest corner of Clark County. Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:43:07 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/ballard-beard-hanna-bowers-best-choices-376603.html 2009-10-31T00:43:07Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/candidates-would-avoid-micro-managing-374837.html?cxtype=rss_editorials The Southeastern School District has three candidates running for two open positions. There are no incumbents running and any of the three would be new to the board. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:32:06 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/candidates-would-avoid-micro-managing-374837.html 2009-10-30T01:32:06Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/quinn-and-studebaker-deserve-re-election-374823.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Tecumseh Local Schools are at a high point with an “excellent” rating from the state. But, like nearly all Ohio school districts, storm clouds are forming over the district’s financial outlook. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:29:23 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/quinn-and-studebaker-deserve-re-election-374823.html 2009-10-30T01:29:23Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/dehart-pierce-speas-should-all-be-re-elected-372695.html?cxtype=rss_editorials The Clark-Shawnee Board of Education race features five candidates for three seats. The district is one of this region’s highest-performing. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:53:29 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/dehart-pierce-speas-should-all-be-re-elected-372695.html 2009-10-28T23:53:29Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/hogan-i-have-a-genuine-interest-in-working-hard-for-success-of-clark-shawnee-372681.html?cxtype=rss_editorials With proposed state budget cuts for education, shrinking property values locally, a changing economy and job market to prepare our students for, as well as the anticipated retirement of key administration personnel, our district faces imminent, serious challenges. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:51:50 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/hogan-i-have-a-genuine-interest-in-working-hard-for-success-of-clark-shawnee-372681.html 2009-10-28T23:51:50Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/markley-i-will-make-tough-financial-decisions-whenever-necessary-372687.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Clark-Shawnee has earned a reputation for excellence in education. Reputation and excellence need to be built upon, not just maintained. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:50:15 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/markley-i-will-make-tough-financial-decisions-whenever-necessary-372687.html 2009-10-28T23:50:15Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/bumgardner-stickney-have-most-experience-370547.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Pleasant Twp. faces the same problems other townships in Clark County face, a lot of basic needs and not much money to work with. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:33:45 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/bumgardner-stickney-have-most-experience-370547.html 2009-10-28T01:33:45Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/dickinson-i-will-always-listen-and-help-in-any-way-i-can-370535.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Why should I be elected trustee of Pleasant Township? I will work with the residents and the trustees at continuing to improve Pleasant Township’s quality of living for the present and the future generations. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:23:19 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/dickinson-i-will-always-listen-and-help-in-any-way-i-can-370535.html 2009-10-28T01:23:19Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/fry-when-faced-with-a-problem-i-use-common-sense-370533.html?cxtype=rss_editorials My experience farming and operating a service business has prepared me for the challenges that face our township. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:21:20 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/fry-when-faced-with-a-problem-i-use-common-sense-370533.html 2009-10-28T01:21:20Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/hambrick-vote-for-dedication-work-ethic-and-dependability-370522.html?cxtype=rss_editorials I am a well respected citizen of the Pleasant Twp. area who would be bringing refreshing new ideas to the community. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:19:42 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/hambrick-vote-for-dedication-work-ethic-and-dependability-370522.html 2009-10-28T01:19:42Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/smith-i-will-be-frugal-avoid-unnecessary-expenditures-370519.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Pleasant Township’s rural population gives us a relatively small tax base to provide services such as fire/EMS, road maintenance, snow removal, mowing, and cemetery maintenance. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:17:54 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/smith-i-will-be-frugal-avoid-unnecessary-expenditures-370519.html 2009-10-28T01:17:54Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/ohio-senate-should-delay-next-tax-cut-370511.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Gov. Ted Strickland proposes filling the state’s budget gap - created when the Ohio Supreme Court rightly shot down his plan for turning racetracks into casinos - by postponing the last phase of an income tax cut. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:07:56 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/ohio-senate-should-delay-next-tax-cut-370511.html 2009-10-28T01:07:56Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/even-if-you-like-to-gamble-oppose-issue-3-365283.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Whenever there’s a gambling issue on the ballot, discussion turns, as it should, of course, to the specifics of the plan at hand. Sun, 25 Oct 2009 03:28:24 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/even-if-you-like-to-gamble-oppose-issue-3-365283.html 2009-10-25T03:28:24Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/greenon-schools-need-to-end-personal-divisions-365324.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Greenon Local School District is a good school system that could get better. That much, everyone running for the school board seems to agree on. Sun, 25 Oct 2009 03:20:57 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/greenon-schools-need-to-end-personal-divisions-365324.html 2009-10-25T03:20:57Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/ball-my-background-and-skills-are-applicable-and-useful-in-the-main-function-of-any-school-board-365257.html?cxtype=rss_editorials With eight candidates for three open positions on the Greenon school board, why should anyone choose to vote for me? Sun, 25 Oct 2009 02:21:51 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/ball-my-background-and-skills-are-applicable-and-useful-in-the-main-function-of-any-school-board-365257.html 2009-10-25T02:21:51Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/culp-i-would-strive-to-serve-as-a-strong-link-between-the-community-and-the-superintendent-365255.html?cxtype=rss_editorials As a lifelong resident of the area, I have a vested interest in the success of the Greenon Local School District. Sun, 25 Oct 2009 02:20:34 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/culp-i-would-strive-to-serve-as-a-strong-link-between-the-community-and-the-superintendent-365255.html 2009-10-25T02:20:34Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/donaldson-community-involvement-helps-determine-the-success-of-any-school-district-365253.html?cxtype=rss_editorials Having attended school board meetings since the 1990s and having participated in levy committees, the strategic plan and the continuing update of the strategic plan has provided me not only an interest in the overall activities of the district, but specific areas that are still a challenge in the district. Sun, 25 Oct 2009 02:19:11 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/donaldson-community-involvement-helps-determine-the-success-of-any-school-district-365253.html 2009-10-25T02:19:11Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/hale-fiscal-management-will-be-critical-while-focusing-on-improving-test-scores-and-staff-morale-365252.html?cxtype=rss_editorials I am running for the Greenon Board of Education because I am passionate about providing the children of this district with the best educational foundation possible. Sun, 25 Oct 2009 02:17:50 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/hale-fiscal-management-will-be-critical-while-focusing-on-improving-test-scores-and-staff-morale-365252.html 2009-10-25T02:17:50Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/steinbrink-our-community-is-fragmented-and-is-in-need-of-open-honest-lines-of-communication-365249.html?cxtype=rss_editorials As an educator, I feel there is no greater asset to our community than our schools. No other institution has a greater impact in helping to shape and create the citizens and business leaders of the future. Sun, 25 Oct 2009 02:16:35 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/steinbrink-our-community-is-fragmented-and-is-in-need-of-open-honest-lines-of-communication-365249.html 2009-10-25T02:16:35Z http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/schumann-mcclure-should-be-re-elected-361734.html?cxtype=rss_editorials The Mad River Twp. trustee race is one of three elections in southwest Clark County and candidates in all three are raising similar themes. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 02:59:23 GMT http://www.springfieldnewssun.com/opinion/editorials/schumann-mcclure-should-be-re-elected-361734.html 2009-10-23T02:59:23Z