Letters to the Editor TO THE EDITOR: As a taxpaying citizen of Warren County and the city of McMinnville, I feel compelled to respond to the articles by Lisa Hobbs and James Clark in Friday’s issue of the Standard. First, my wife and I pay Warren County taxes amounting to $160 more than our city…

‘I’m not sure I want popular opinion on my side ‘ I’ve noticed those with the most opinions often have the fewest facts.’ ‘ Bethania McKenstry ‘To get something done, a committee should consist of no more than three men, two of whom are absent.’ ‘ Robert Copeland ‘A verbal contract isn’t worth the paper…

By JAMES CLARK If you recall, it was two months ago I told you about our local Superior Walls plant getting to appear on the season finale of ‘Extreme Makeover.’ The day has finally arrived and that special two-hour finale takes place tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. on ABC. ‘I’ve never been a part…

By JAMES CLARK Since Lunchtime Cafe decided to close its doors, I’ve been bombarded by calls from people eager to know why the restaurant went out of business. As has always been my policy, when you have questions, I try my hardest to find answers. So I tracked down Lunchtime Cafe owner John DeCesare and…

By JAMES CLARK I was glancing through this year’s McMinnville building and sign permits when I stumbled upon an eye-catching figure. In the first four months of 2008, there has already been a total of $7.1 million worth of building and sign permits issued. That’s more than the $6.9 million in building permits issued for…

By JAMES CLARK RIVER PARK HOSPITAL Two doctors who have practiced medicine around the country have set down roots in Warren County and joined the staff at River Park Hospital. General surgeon Dr. Philip Ludwig and family physician Dr. Michael Questell have both rounded out their office staff and are accepting new patients. Both are…

By JAMES CLARK What’s undoubtedly the biggest complaint in America? It’s the price of gas, now threatening $4 a gallon just one week before Memorial Day, the official kickoff of summer. Speaking of ridiculous prices, I was sad to see the city of McMinnville snatch a page from the book of big oil. The city,…

TOPPHOTO: Warren County Middle School soil conservation poster winners are, from left, Rudy Flores, Ashley Davidson, Lucas J. Patterson, Kacie Goodson, Taylor Johnson and Will Marttala. SECOND FROM TOP: Centertown Elementary students awarded plaques for their soil conservation posters are, from left, Caden Hurley and Aaron Jones. THIRD FROM TOP LEFT: First-place winner in grades…

By Margaret Hobbs Music and Memories, a very special night of entertainment, is planned for Saturday, May 24. The Relay for Life event will be held on the Security Federal Bank lawn in downtown McMinnville beginning at 6 p.m. The family-oriented event will feature foods, crafts, family activities, and fun games. Everyone is encouraged to…

Bridges of Hope Fellowship will host Southern Gospel Group, The Pfeifers on Thursday, May 22 at 7 p.m. There is a suggested donation of $1 at the door and a love offering will be received during the concert. The church is located at 220 Snow Hollow Lane. For more information or directions, call 931-815-8870 or…