After hearing from a few folks about this, I checked it out – two names appear on the “Supporters” lists for both the Elect Vicki Barnett and Welday for Change Web sites. Both Barnett and Welday have laid claim to endorsements from Annabelle Gabel, a long-time Farmington council watcher, and John Anhut, who chairs the [...]
August 7, 2008
Terribly odd and somewhat disturbing sight
While walking through Downtown Farmington this morning, I came across a terribly odd and somewhat disturbing sight. On the sidewalk in front of the nail salon on the east side of Farmington Road just south of Grand River, someone had set up three styrofoam cups filled with water. Into each cup, a wrapped Hershey’s Kiss [...]
August 7, 2008
Best wishes, Mr. Lerner
In an e-mail sent to his supporters today, Richard Lerner thanked everyone – and announced he has no plans to run again. Bummer.
August 7, 2008
The Happy Dance, and other election myths
On election night, as Scott S. explained, those who worked tirelessly to communicate information and advocate for the streetscape bond shared in a well-earned celebration at two of Downtown Farmington’s finest establishments. And no doubt those who worked tirelessly in opposition to the streetscape bond shared conversations filled with disappointment, resignation. Maybe even a little [...]