WHAT WE THINK
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What we think: Funding for school aides must be sustainable 
The Jamestown Public School Board expressed interest in spending surplus money on teacher aides. We support that idea, assuming the district can afford it in the long term.
Teachers, administrators and support staff have all said classrooms need more teacher aides. We all want the best for our students and if increasing aides is what’s best, of course we support it. But it’s easy to advocate for something we can’t afford.
By Sun Staff , August 06, 2010
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What we think: Return incumbents to school board
The candidates running for rural seats on the Jamestown Public School Board are all qualified and dedicated candidates. The decision will be a difficult one for voters, but the quality of candidates is good for the district and its taxpayers.
Voters will elect two candidates for rural seats and three for the board’s city seats. In the rural election, Shelly Jystad challenges incumbents Mindi Grieve and Greg Allen. City School Board incumbents Heidi Larson, Roy Musland and Tanya Ostlie run unopposed.
The Sun endorses incumbents Mindi Grieve and Greg Allen for the rural seats on the Jamestown Public School Board.
June 04, 2010
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What we think: Vote ‘yes’ on City Measure 1
The James River Humane Society is asking for a half-mill property tax increase to support its operation and we think Jamestown should support it.
JRHS is asking for a minimal amount — $2.25 cents per year on a $100,000 home — to support the shelter that cares for about 150 cats and dogs per year.
By Sun Staff , June 04, 2010
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What we think: School Board made right call on renting
The Jamestown Public School Board made the right decision when it chose to keep its current facility rental policy.
The policy was criticized recently after a local pastor said allowing religious-affiliated groups to rent the facility within school hours was improper.
The policy allows any group to rent JPS facilities so long as the event doesn’t interrupt instruction or promote illegal activity.
By Sun Staff , May 05, 2010
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What we think: Be sure to see Life's Focus today
For the seventh year, Life’s Focus will bring information for anyone looking to get the most out of their golden years starting at 10 a.m. today at the Civic Center.
Life’s Focus, presented by The Jamestown Sun, is a fun, educational and localized look at what Jamestown has to offer to the aging population, and an event not to be missed. Vendors, food, programs, bingo and music provide a range of activities.
April 21, 2010
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What we think: ‘Progress’ features steps in the right direction
North Dakota has weathered the economic crisis of the past two years better than other states, but it is not immune to the recession’s effects.
We’ve seen several businesses in Jamestown lay off workers after business slowed. Some have even been shut down entirely. Each of these events gives us reason to be concerned about our community’s future. It might be expected that people would say it looks pretty bleak right now.
But that’s a one-sided picture.
By Sun Staff , April 12, 2010
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What we think: Prepare for water releases
The Red River crested in Fargo Sunday, easing major flooding fears for residents of that city. The city’s mayor, Dennis Walaker, told the Associated Press on Sunday that it’s still too soon to celebrate. But in Jamestown, the work has just begun on dike-building as we prepare for higher water releases. And it’s time for residents to begin preparations if they haven’t already.
By Sun Staff , March 22, 2010
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What we think: Raw-milk decisions belong to consumers
Legislators are considering changing laws this year relating to the sale of raw milk — and we agree they should modify them.
March 05, 2010
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What we think: Publishing honor rolls recognizes students
The Jamestown Public School District doesn’t release the names of students on its honor roll. We think the district should reconsider publishing the list.
District administrators say the lists are never totally accurate, and because some grades are turned in late, the honor rolls aren’t released until three weeks after students receive their grades. They argue some of the positive enforcement expected in releasing the grades is lost in that time period.
We disagree.
February 26, 2010
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What we think: Help those in Haiti, if you can
The more we hear about the devastation in Haiti, the more we realize how fortunate we are.
Not more than a year ago, we too suffered a natural disaster. Floods ravaged our cities and our countryside, leaving several homeless, but none dead.
By Sun Staff , January 27, 2010
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Tourism group has eye on the future
It’s an old adage that you should never rest on your laurels and it’s good to see the Buffalo City Tourism Foundation is unwilling to relax on theirs.
The BCTF certainly has laurels to be satisfied with. Tourism grew again last year in Jamestown, despite floods, blizzards and other assorted problems. In fact, we’d like to say 2009 was the best year ever in terms of visitors to our community. We’re just not sure if we’ve ever surpassed 129,000 visitors before last year because records of the distant past aren’t available.
By Sun Staff , January 22, 2010
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What we think: 2009 has helped prepare us for 2010
At the conclusion of 2009, we recognize we have many reasons to be grateful.
The year was a trying one for many families. It began like a lion, trapping us and our vehicles in a winter that lasted seven months. When it finally ended — in April — the state surged with a surplus of water in our rivers, streams, basements and main floors. Eight months after floodwaters peaked, work still remains on roads, infrastructure and individual households.
By Sun Staff , December 31, 2009
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What we think: Contribute to the United Way campaign
Many charities need help in Jamestown this holiday season. Instead of picking just one or two to donate to, help the United Way so it can spread that help as far as possible.
The United Way donates to 21 area organizations ranging from the James River Humane Society to the Arts After School program. All of the groups United Way helps are groups that improve life in Jamestown for people of all ages throughout the year.
By Sun Staff , December 11, 2009
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What we think: Holiday offerings are a welcome break
With the holidays fast approaching, it’s easy to get caught up in all the details of food, gifts and cards. But it’s also the time of year events and performances literally blossom throughout the area. Be sure to take in some of these wonderful holiday offerings by schools, churches and organizations.
December 09, 2009
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What we think: Support the kettle campaign
Now that holiday shopping is in full swing, we’d like to encourage people to remember the hard work the Salvation Army has put in this past year. The Salvation Army’s primary fundraiser during the holiday season is the kettle campaign and we ask residents to support it.
By Sun Staff , December 04, 2009
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