PG&E crisis over possible bankruptcy
If there’s one classic line in the controversial movie “Vice,” it probably comes early in the film, when then-Vice President Richard Cheney is portrayed thinking about the World Trade Center attacks of 9-11 as “an opportunity,” rather than a tragedy. So it might be today in California, where tragedies partly of its own making afflict […]
Letter: Heap of money, however you look at it
Getting $9.5 million in grant money to bandage the homeless problem. This comes from a HEAP Grant. What a name; $9.5 million sounds like a heap to me! Unlike the crow problem, we want these people to stay. This way we can apply for another HEAP of money next year. Why not do like the […]
Historical Society gift remembered
Four years ago the late Ed Gwartney got a special birthday present. His James Monroe Children’s Museum was given a new lease on life, thanks to a $12,000 donation from the Madera County Historical Society. While 15 excited sixth graders in costume looked on, Society President Sheryl Berry presented Gwartney with the check that assured […]
Seedy recipes for you who don’t have to curb the carbs
Standing at my kitchen window this morning, watching four deer, a cottontail rabbit, chipmunk and various birds feasting on the seeds I put out for the quail and doves, I started thinking about how I like to use seeds when I cook, especially in baking. Of all the following recipes, I think my favorite is […]