Russian bear
EDITOR: Pray for the Ukraine people that they will get through this ok and not to be swallowed up by the Russian bear. Dennis Renken Escanaba
Plant a tree
EDITOR: We know that trees process and retain carbon dioxide and thereby produce oxygen. This ability makes the tree our staunchest ally in the battle to preserve a livable atmosphere. You would think the political class would encourage the protection and propagation of our ally, the tree. Instead they promote artificial means which do not accomplish the task they are rumored to achieve. It would be foolish to expect governments to exercise common sense or to act in a non-politically tainted manner. Therefore, let’s get it done — plant a tree this spring and you and yours will ...
Escanaba boys tennis
Dear Dr. Fletcher and Escanaba School Board members: It has come to our attention that you are considering bringing boy’s tennis back under the financial umbrella of the Escanaba School System. We heartily endorse this idea. Boys tennis has flourished under the excellent leadership of Tom Penegor. There are more boys going out for tennis in Escanaba now than at any other time in the history of Escanaba High. And their outstanding performance in 2021, winning both the GNC and UP tennis titles, is evidence of the boys commitment to tennis. Four of our five children played varsity ...
Good message
EDITOR: I think your piece in the February 16 Daily Press, “Use Surplus to Reward All Taxpayers Equally”, was spot-on. I realize that the final negotiated budget will differ from Governor Whitmer’s opening proposals. Our representatives in Lansing might use your editorial as a guide, if they have any leadership qualities. Time will tell. Kenneth LaMarche Escanaba
League of Women Voters mark 102 years
EDITOR: February 14th, 2022, marks 102 years that the League of Women Voters has empowered voters and defended democracy. Formed by the suffragists in 1920, the League was designed as “a mighty political experiment” to help 20 million women carry out their new responsibility as voters. To this day, the League remains as one of the most trusted sources of non-partisan election information for American voters. Over the past 102 years, we have fought for election protection, democratic reforms, and equal access to the ballot — all while maintaining our commitment to ...
Upper Peninsula CBS TV changes
EDITOR: This is in response to your article concerning the Upper Peninsula CBS TV affiliation changes. Since this has taken effect, our programming on channel 20 has been atrocious. Daily interruptions include complete blackout of the program, picture but no voice, and, much like a satellite interruption during bad weather, a complete disruption. Maybe the Lilly Broadcasting and John Christianson need to be aware that their procedures are not working in our area. According to the multiple social media posts, we are not alone. Brenda Irene Tibbetts Garden