Posted on November 13 at 1:01 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Wow, it sounds like some people need to get over the Ken Peterson/KKK thing. That was almost 20 years ago and only represented a very, very, miniscule part of the city's population.
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I also bet that "prejudice and 'I am better than you attitudes'" are alive and well just about anywhere you go. But they certainly are more prevalent in Janesville. It's weird.
On Shoplifting
Posted on November 13 at 11:45 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Yeah, coming from the cops it would carry a little more weight for a kid. I remember when they used to come to the schools and give talks about that type of thing. It definitely made an impression and probably helped.
On Shoplifting
Posted on November 13 at 10:52 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
It's kind of the parents' responsibility to talk about shoplifting and that kind of thing with your kids. I don't think you should expect the cops to do that for you.
Posted on November 13 at 9:27 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Unfortunately, there is a lot more violent crime in some parts of Beloit than in Janesville. That may be why some people have such a negative view of it. But the downtown is beautiful and they've done a really good job getting arts-centric events going. That's something that is severely lacking in Janesville.
On Sanford closing cuts 140 jobs
Posted on November 12 at 12:52 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
While I wouldn't totally disagree with you, vatoloco, I don't think anyone deserves to lose their job. But I do agree that many union employees don't seem to appreciate what they have.
Besides, it says that 71 of 140 are either represented by either the United Steelworkers Local 1533 or International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local 1266. I don't believe the rest are part of a union.
On Packers CEO won't judge team till end of season
Posted on November 10 at 2:27 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
What's a moran?
On Kiwanis' annual ale fest keeps revelers hopping
Posted on November 10 at 1:33 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
First of all, I didn't say YOU were turning this into a pot vs. alcohol debate. It would probably happen with or without your input. I'm also not blaming anyone for doing so. No need to get all huffy puffy about it. Mellow out, dude. You asked "where have you ever seen a commercial or news story glorifying the use of pot for kids??" My point is that you wouldn't, because pot is illegal. But, if this is the news story you're referring to, I don't see it as glorifying alcohol use for kids. If pot wasn't illegal, you may very well see commercials for it the same way you see commercials for alcohol "glorifying" it. Truth be told, I agree with the majority of your posts on the topic of marijuana. Though I don't understand your comment of me being "in need of mental health." That doesn't make any sense.
On Kiwanis' annual ale fest keeps revelers hopping
Posted on November 10 at 12:34 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
If someone is irrational enough to believe that "half naked chics prancing around on commercials" are "implying they are attainable if you drink a certain type of beer," then there's not much that can be done for you. Alcohol should be the least of your worries. Mental health may be an issue. Companies (even beer companies) run ads to make money. Money = success. Success = companies continuing to operate. And why does every story that mentions alcohol have to turn into a pot vs. alcohol debate? Pot is illegal, alcohol isn't. Debate solved. Oh, and it is hard not to have a good time with a beer in your hands. That's just the honest truth.
On Born and Raised –Gen X in Janesville
Posted on November 10 at 9:33 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Wow, elementalvirago. Please enlighten us with crime stories of the big city. New York City has over 8 million citizens. How can you make comparisons with a city that is about 130 times larger than Janesville and over 200 times larger than Beloit? Oh, and you shouldn't leave your purse unattended anywhere, it's bound to get lifted. I've seen it happen, numerous times at bars in Janesville. Just because it's not the big city doesn't mean there's no crime. Get off your high horse.
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On I want to go to there
Posted on November 20 at 11:20 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
Gotta love The Office. Best show on TV! Oh, and last time I checked, blogs are not news, BeenThere. Get a clue.