Eyes will be opened to lessons of creationism
      Evangelicals advocate that creation science should be taught in our public schools. Maybe we secularists who endorse evolution rather than Bible-based creationism have been a little hasty in our criticism. Just think, with Darwin and evolution out of the way in our schools, students in chemistry class will now learn how water was miraculously turned into wine.
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Official has fond memories of Jackson resident
      With the recent death of Edith Kirkland at age 87, Jackson has lost a very good friend. Age was just a number to Edith and she kept on going as long as she was able. I remember seeing her dance at the senior center's St. Paddy's party and she looked wonderful. I know I speak for many when I say that we will miss her spirit and the beautiful way she approached life.
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Legislators should be pressing for tougher motor vehicle laws
      It appears the mentality of our elected officials in Washington has "trickled down" to our state elected officials. To be specific: • Our elected officials in Washington enjoy a 9 percent approval rating based upon the fact that they are ignoring the wishes of the general population.
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Freehold Regional High School District math supervisor speaks out about intimidation she has faced
      This letter is for the Freehold Regional High School District Board of Education, FRHSD Superintendent of Schools James Wasser, current FRHSD administrators, and the members of the public. In the interest of clarity and accuracy of impression, the following is a transcript of my exact words delivered at the FRHSD Board of Education meeting on Sept. 22, 2008.
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