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March 4, 2026

Letter to the Editor | Lauding the Landfill

To the Editor: Last week’s paper contained a letter detailing one way in which government agencies have failed (ā€œNo Happy Ending for Bridge Plaque,ā€ March 23). I’d like to share a story that balances that experience with this letter about how they are succeeding. Last Thursday...

Letter to the Editor | Weekly Gatherings to Amplify ā€˜We the People’

To the Editor: Thanks to the Rustler for publishing last week’s letter explaining why a group of concerned people gathered Friday night at the King City sign. We were standing against increasing authoritarianism in our government, and the dismantling of many services regular people rely...

Window on the World Column | Her Fourth Anniversary

Even as I am feeling sad inside my head, louder I hear her voice … ā€œOh for crying out loud, sisterā€ or words to that effect. ā€œIt’s been blooming four years! Time to let me go and think about more interesting things.ā€ I wish...

Letter to the Editor | Black History

To the Editor: February is Black History Month, and the following are three African-Americans who had the character and courage to push ahead and made our country a better place for our families. Bass Reeves (1838-1910) was born a slave. When he turned 26, he became...

Worthy to Print Column | Close Call

George Worthy
I’m back, did you miss me? The past couple of weeks have been interesting to say the least. As I look ahead to challenges that we all face everyday, I try to see the positive side as well. Take last week for instance; I...

Funny Papers Again Column | Three Mile Flat, Clark Colony and Greenfield All on One Corner Lot

Steve Wilson
I stopped by a section of land the other day and let my mind’s eye roll back over the years to a time when that corner piece was a half a block down the alley from where my family lived for the last nine...

Letter to the Editor | Silent Warriors

To the Editor: Today I read about an upcoming ceremony for veterans who served in Vietnam. Unlike other military members in previous wars, they were not given a hero’s welcome upon their return. Now, 50 years after their homecoming, the Vietnam War Commemoration is honoring veterans with...

Guest Column | The Gift of Service to Others Can Be the Most Meaningful and Valuable

Rena Salamacha
As 2023 comes to a close and I reflect on what seems to have been a whirlwind of a year, it is clear that our community has much to be grateful for. We have faced many challenges together over the years. Yet, I continue...

Letter to the Editor | Capitol Violence was Unacceptable

To the Editor: I am writing because I feel so sad and anxious about the violence at the U.S. Capitol last Wednesday (Jan. 6). President Trump gave vocal encouragement and support to armed protesters who then stormed the Capitol; this was an act of sedition.  Watching...

Letter to the Editor | Mee Memorial Supports Measure T

To the Editor: Mee Memorial Healthcare System supports Measure T because the overall improvement of King City’s infrastructure, safety and public services will indirectly benefit our hospital and the broader community. While the funds from Measure T are not specifically allocated to healthcare, the improvements to...
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