Getting caught, called out on social media
A recent story was about a local pizzeria using Facebook to shame customers who’d taken or damaged something, while an Associated Press report told how a Los Angeles restaurant owner tweeted out information about people who’d made reservations and then were no-shows. Editor Don Whitten wonders if social media is headed in yet another direction with it being used to shame or embarrass people into doing the right thing. (April 8, 2013, Page 4)
Letters to the Editor
Barbara J. Smith of The Pantry writes to thank all of the churches, groups and local businesses who give time and donations to help support the local food pantry. (April 8, 2013, Page 4)
Autism Awareness Month
Staff Writer Melanie Addington tells her family’s story of Asperger’s Disorder as she tries to increase awareness of, and information about, Asperger’s and autism during the month dedicated to the conditions. (April 5, 2013, Page 4A)
Sometimes, doctors give you news you like
Looking for a shocking headline? How about “Bacon – The Next Health Craze?” Editor Don Whitten takes a look into Dr. John Salerno’s diet suggestions that include several items, led by bacon, that aren’t on many good-for-you lists. (April 4, 2013, Page 4)
Who knew we could be a ‘happy’ pill?
Prevention magazine ran an article recently listing six things that can make people happier, and Editor Don Whitten takes a closer look at one of them – reading a newspaper. (April 3, 2013, Page 4)
Letters to the Editor
Jeptha Clemens writes to note that he’s one of many of the “47 percent” who do pay taxes, while Richard G. Roberts Jr. writes to say that “going local” with food at the Double Decker Arts Festival isn’t the answer since it’s not food that’s attracting people to Oxford and the popular event. (April 3, 2013, Page 4)
You Might Not Get There
Local columnist Jimmy Reed reminds us of one of Yogi Berra’s sayings about getting where you’re going as he tells the story of a less-than-idea flight with a friend in his Piper Cub. (April 2, 2013, Page 4)
Public health: A positive return on investment
Mississippi Public Health Association Executive Director Charles “Buddy” Daughdrill writes a guest column to remind all that April 1-7 is National Public Health Week and to point out the value of a strong public health system to the community as a whole. (April 2, 2013, Page 4)
Is the food at Double Decker that big of a deal?
Organizers of the popular Double Decker Arts Festival have changed some of the guidelines for food vendors for this year with hopes of making the fare more “local.” Editor Don Whitten, who’s been to his share of Double Decker fests through the years, wonders how much most festival-goers really worry about the origin of the food they get when they take a break for food or drink. (April 1, 2013, Page 4)
Dementia tour – a trip worth remembering
Staff Writer Alyssa Schnugg takes readers inside the Virtual Dementia Tour she took earlier this week that showed her and others the challenges our elderly citizens and others face every day in doing what we consider to be normal activities and chores. (March 29, 2013, Page 4A)
