Opinion

Understanding the meaning of death

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I am compelled, three times now within the past few months, to put pen to paper once again, to the recognition of sorrow in death. Yes, it is a big part of our lives and not really something we want to dwell on.
 
Yet, in remembrance, I cannot just ride off as said by others! I either have to place the importance of its meaning, and its outcome, personal or not, is a fate we all have to abide.

Republican Club updated on Congressional races

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Republicans need to take care of their incumbents across Florida, including Congressman Tom Feeney, whose district includes Southeast Volusia, a party executive told the Southeast Volusia Republican Club at its April luncheon at the New Smyrna Yacht Club.

We need to focus on getting our incumbents re-elected, getting them funded," said Russell Peck, director of Congressional Affairs for the Republican Club of Florida.

The school board's reasoning for closing schools weak at best

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Making The Grade: F

By HENRY FREDERICK / Headline Surfer

DELAND, Fla. -- There are a number of powerful reasons for not closing small schools in the Volusia County system. First of all, education goes better in small schools. The fact that everybody knows everybody gives a number of advantages.

NASA cuts too deep

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Earlier this week, NASA released a sobering employment forecast that reflects the magnitude of the challenge ahead of us with thousands losing their jobs on Florida’s Space Coast.

The April 2 vote to send $50 billion of foreign aid to Africa shows how out of touch this Congress is with hardworking American families, especially those dedicated to keeping NASA flying.

Maintaining America’s space preeminence – including human spaceflight -- is vital to our national security and for sustaining economic growth. America's space and aviation endeavors must remain second-to-none.