To the Editor:
When I first learned about the fundraising efforts of Edmond high schools, I was so impressed with the students’, parents’ and community’s generosity and commitment to helping others. But when I read about the cancellation of the Edmond high school After Prom event due to lack of funding and student/parent involvement, it really irked me.
Why won’t Edmondites invest in their own childrens’ needs and well being by digging deep in their pockets and making time on their calendars for them? No doubt our community has a lot of resources that should be shared with others, but it seems to me that Edmond needs to show our young people that we care about them by investing in their safety and well being first. Safe and fun community events like After Prom are extremely important for young people year-round, but especially during high-risk times like prom and graduation season.
I can only hope that Edmond parents will actually step up this year to make sure students are safe by ensuring their homes and private events are supervised and alcohol free. My sincerest thanks to the few committed parents who tried to make After Prom work year after year, but Edmond, it takes a village!
Jessica Hawkins
Edmond
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After Prom cancellation irksome
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Good news for the Oklahoma Highway Patrol
Earlier in the year, several newspapers, including The Edmond Sun, graciously wrote about the manpower crisis of the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.
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Official: Aerospace incentives benefit Edmond
In recent months, some at the state Capitol and out on the campaign trial have questioned the economic stimulus seen in Oklahoma as a result of state tax incentives meant to attract new high-paying jobs to Oklahoma in the aerospace industry.
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Politicians need to be more factual
Like many fellow citizens of Edmond, I have observed the strenuous campaign for District 41 state Senate seat between Paul Blair and Clark Jolley. During my 24 years in Edmond, I can’t recall the level of effort and money spent for a state Senate seat.
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Who’s responsible, the Old or the New?
Oklahoma is saddled with many fiscal challenges this year. One such challenge is the needed repairs to the Capitol building.
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Dog’s tale has happy ending with Edmond business
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Have you experienced or seen a loved one or pet have a seizure? It’s one of the most horrifying experiences. -
READER: Late professor also contributed to university mace
To the Editor:
Recently, The Edmond Sun published an article about Hall Duncan’s design of the UCO academic mace (“UCO inauguration preparations reunite academic mace, designer,” The Edmond Sun, March 31, 2012). -
LETTER: The Medicine Men came to Edmond
To the Editor:
A level playing field in Edmond may never be the same after the workshop at the City Council Chambers April 10 at high noon. The medicine men sold the audience on how wonderful the new complex will be at the corner of Interstate 35 and Covell. -
LETTER: Webb reiterates need for ME’s office to move to Edmond
To the Editor:
I was surprised and disappointed to read in The Edmond Sun that Paul Blair, a candidate for Senate District 41, was opposed to the legislative resolution to fund the move of Oklahoma’s Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to Edmond. -
LETTER: Thank you goes out to Sen. Treat
To the Editor:
As an advocate for the American Heart Association I want to recognize a small step taken by the Legislature that could lead to huge gains within our community. -
LETTER: Visitor wants to thank Good Samaritan
To the Editor:
While here in Edmond visiting my son I went to the Walmart on Second Street for some groceries. When I got back to my sons house I realized that my wallet was missing. We searched everywhere, but to no avail. - More Letters to the Editor Headlines
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Good news for the Oklahoma Highway Patrol
