I write because some readers may be unaware of a very large transmission line being proposed for construction in Vernon, Crawford, Richland and, eventually, Sauk and Columbia counties. An important, first informational meeting about the proposal will be held on Thursday, November 20, from 4-6 pm at the Westby Community Center at 206 N.
One of my favorite shows is “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine,” and one of my favorite episodes is “The Siege of AR-558.” It depicts brutal, bloody warfare. At the end, new soldiers arrive, and one of the characters remarks about them being “so young.” Capt. Benjamin Sisko replies, “Not for long.”
A big red dog came to call, and it wasn't Clifford! I looked out the window when I heard a chicken squawk and I saw a big red dog trotting through the yard. My first thought was for the chickens, who were loose outside, so I went to shoo the dog off.
There were over 36 million people in this country living in poverty in 2023 in the United States, the latest year figures are available, according to the U.S. Census. Approximately 33 percent of Wisconsinites have a household income of less than $50,000 a year.
I have heard that some people believe that well-educated people look down on other people. Well, I can tell you that that is not universally true and I suspect it is rarely true. I am pretty well educated and I certainly do not look down on other people! There are some people I simply don't like, but I do not believe I am better than they are.
