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SR75 a weekly publicationwww.realstorypublishing.com November 14, 2012 Volume 1 Issue 41
We wish you an earlyhappy Thanksgiving!
This is our last print edition.We will see you on the internet at
www.realstorypublishing.com!
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2November 14, 2012 a weekly publicationNEWS & VIEWS
Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes(turn and face the strain)Ch-ch-changesDont want to be a richer manCh-ch-ch-ch-changes(turn and face the strain)Ch-ch-changes
Just gonna have to be a different manTime may change meBut I cant trace time-
ChangesDavid Bowie
Change is never easy, especiallychanges that you dont want to make.But, the cold reality is that sometimeschange is necessary. Like hundreds ofprint publications before us, The RealStory had to make a business decisionbased on facts and not wants. We hadto do what is best for the survival ofthe organization, not the desires of theowner and employees.
So, as of this week, The Real Storywill return to its internet roots. Hey, ifits good enough for Newsweek, whoare we to argue? The plain and simplereality is that most print publicationsare heading to the internet and wemight as well head there, too.
With that said, do not thinkthat this is an easy decision to make.Everyone at our company wouldhave loved to have remained a printpublication, but the financial realitiesare what they are and the web is ourbest option for survival.
And that is the key point. TheReal Story is simply going digital weare NOT folding. THAT is the mostimportant thing our readers need tounderstand. We are just going to admitthat, for us to succeed, we have to getahead of the curve. We have no time todawdle with an uncertain print future- especially knowing that, at the endof the day, all newspapers are going toend up on the web anyway. Why fightthe inevitable?
In making this decision, weunderstand that not everyone isinternet-ready and to those fans, weapologize. However, most of the worldgets their news from the internet. Bygoing digital, we can report storiesquicker, include more photos, be moreinteractive and, most importantly, wecan begin to incorporate video.
Nothing is going to replace thefeel of print in hand, but the worldchanges, and so we must make theadjustments. We must do what ittakes to be successful. That is our toppriority.
Some people will delight in thefact that we are no longer publishing aprint edition, but mark my word, TheReal Story will still be around watchingand reporting and sometimes evenmaking people a little uncomfortable.
We have been able to stir itup on the web and then in print,and we will continue to do it as wereturn back to the Worldwide Web.As a matter of fact, we will be evenbetter at it because we will be able to
release information in a more timelyfashion. Unfortunately, as a weeklyprint newspaper, you are often forcedto hold news until your publicationdate. Good for sales, but bad for timelynews.
To sum it up, this is not an end,just a new beginning. And good luckto the Commercial Dispatch and theColumbus Packet. The Real Storywishes you the best in your printendeavors. Keep fighting the goodfight for the community.
As for our final cover andcenterspread, they are compliments ofone of our publications favorite artists,Addie Talley. She captures the insanityof what the holidays mean to so manyfamilies. They start out well and thenfall into complete chaos. Over thenext two months, The Real Story willexamine the craziness that we call theholiday season.
What should be the happiest timeof the year often degenerates into someof the worst moments in life. Betweenin-laws and outlaws, credit card billsand family stuff, the next few monthsmay be anything but Tidings of GreatJoy for many people.
Add to this the fact that,somehow, Santa Claus has replaced theChrist and saying Merry Christmasis offensive to some and we shouldhave plenty to write about. It is oneof the sad facts of American life.Consumerism often wins. And thatsthe fact, Jack.
In the meantime, I would like tothank our readers, our staff - all 1,000of you, at one time or another - andour advertisers. Without you, themadhouse known as the print editionof The Real Story would never havehappened. But, it is time to move on tosurvive. Its time to move on into thefuture and time to Keep on Rockingin a Free World.
So we will see you on the otherside at http://realstorypublishing.com/.
I watch the ripples change their sizeBut never leave the streamOf warm impermanenceSo the days float through my eyesBut still the days seem the same
And these children that you spit on
As they try to change their worldsAre immune to your consultationsTheyre quite aware of what theyre
going through
Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes(turn and face the strain)Ch-ch-changesDont tell them to grow up and out of itCh-ch-ch-ch-changes(turn and face the strain)Ch-ch-changesWheres your shameYouve left us up to our necks in itTime may change meBut you cant trace time
By Ziggy Stardust
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I grew up in a family, educational,nd social environment in whichebate was encouraged and challengingeceived wisdom was thought healthy. Ias taught never to make up my mindntil all the facts were in, to be surehat the facts were actually facts andot some second or third-hand reportf events, and to dismiss soft claimsI cant remember where I read it, butthink it was the New YorkTimes).olemics were always encouraged. Iever minded it if one of my childrenefended an issue that was notntirely consistent with one previouslyeld. They were pushing the logicalnvelope, trying out the other side toee how it felt, fitting it out with newlothes to see if it looked any betterhan the old.
Some have said that because ofhis liberal upbringing, rigorouslyebating both sides of an argument,nd coming to purely logicalonclusions missed the point.veryone had to have some religious,hilosophical, or social anchor aroundhich arguments were constructed.
f not, then ideas, arguments, andoncepts would simply whirl aroundnd eventually get sifted, but with noarticular purpose. Eighteenth centuryan to the end, I preferred to pursue
he truth.It has been hard for me to accept
eople whose minds are always madep. I am a harsh critic of my friendsho have never left the safe confinesf the 60s. Nothing has changed forhem in fifty years, even though theorld little resembles the one of theirustachioed youth. It is really hard
o dismiss Richard Nixon, Ronaldeagan, and the Bushes entirely, and
o cling only to the iconic images ofimmy Carters values-driven foreignolicy, LBJs War on Poverty, andill Clintons Looking Like Americaiversity. But they do.
I have recently travellednd lived in one of the mostonservative states in the Union -onservative in religious views, socialssues, and politics. I knew that Iould hear views very different fromy own; but I was surprised by the
vehemence with they were held. Notonly had my conservative friends likemy liberal ones from back home not changed in fifty years, they haddeveloped hardened and aggressivestances. It wasnt enough to disagreewith Obama, theyhatedhim. AlthoughI was used to political tenacity andfidelity, I was not prepared for such
vehemence and vitriol.An article in the New York
Times (9.18.12)by Cass Sunsteinexplains the phenomenon of hardenedopinion. Why, he asks, when presentedwith reasonable opposing positions,do people not only reject them, but usethem to harden their own opinions?
It is well known that when like-minded people get together, theytend to end up thinking a moreextreme version of what theythought before they started to talk.The same kind of echo-chambereffect can happen as people getnews from various media. Liberals
viewing MSNBC or reading left-of-center blogs may well end upembracing liberal talking pointseven more firmly; conservativefans of Fox News may well react insimilar fashion on the right.The result can be a situation inwhich beliefs do not merely hardenbut migrate toward the extremeends of the political spectrum. Asrecent events in the Middle Eastdemonstrate, discussions amonglike-minded people can ultimatelyproduce violence, writes Sunstein.How does this happen?The answer is biasedassimilation, which means thatpeople assimilate new informationin a selective fashion. When peopleget information that supports whatthey initially thought, they give itconsiderable weight. When theyget information that underminestheir initial beliefs, they tend todismiss it.This natural human tendencyexplains why its so hard todislodge false rumors and factualerrors. Corrections can even beself-defeating, leading people tostronger commitment to their
erroneous beliefs.This has happened to me over and
over again in discussions with friendsfrom the Left and the Right. I wouldpresent a well-researched and logicalargument about a particular issue, andrather than enter what I thought wouldbe a rational debate on the merits ofthe case with one side modifying anoriginal position, I became involved ina contentious argument. My sourceswere challenged. I had been infected bythe radical Left (or Tea Party Right). Ihad lost my bearings living in theSouth or equally had lived in the Northfar, far too long.
What I found, again and again,was that my friends were reading onlyinformation that confirmed theiropinions. They only read MoveOn.org or watched Fox News, or worse,plumbed the depths of twistedconspiracy theories that raised uglyracist, anti-capitalist, anti-Semitic,or anti-immigrant sentiments. Itmade no difference whether or not Icountered the arguments reasonably.One recent exchange with a liberalfriend is illustrative. He posted anarticle on Facebook which concludedthat the Obama stimulus efforts andthe QE actions of the Fed were allgood. I replied with an article - byan equally respected source - thatnot only did these interventions nothave the intended consequences, theyresulted in very negative unintendedconsequences. As Sunstein predicted,
not only did my friend dismiss myargument, he hardened his.
The only factor that socialresearchers have found that makespeople listen to both sides is thecredibility of the source.
If civil rights leaders opposeaffirmative action, or if well-known climate change skeptics saythat they were wrong, people aremore likely to change their views,states Sunstein.This, of course, is unlikely
to happen. It is hard to reject notonly an argument, but the faithfulconstituents who have put you inoffice. Perhaps more importantly, inour very fragmented, rapidly changing,and unpredictable world, it is notsurprising that we define ourselveswith immutable, aggressive positions.I am against abortion is much moreaffirming and identifying than themore wishy-washy I dont like the ideaof abortion, but the rights of women,blah blah; or Wait until the data areall in.
I still love to argue ideas, and Ihave a few friends with whom I havea mutually respectful relationship,despite our political differences. I thinkof our heated discussions as ways torefine or reject my premises, and Isuspect my friends are only trying tochange them; but we both leave thetable satisfied.
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6November 14, 2012 a weekly publication
The Lowndes County Board ofSupervisors met on Monday, Nov. 5and voted unanimously to allocate$100,000 to the construction of asecond concession stand for theColumbus Soccer Complex, butDistrict 4 Supervisor Jeff Smith took
issue with the boards failure to allocatesmaller amounts to projects in hisdistrict.
Columbus-Lowndes RecreationAuthority Executive Director RogerShort told the board an additionalconcession stand would bring morerestrooms to the complex and alleviate(a) parking situation.
Everything was planned outproperly, he explained, respondingto negative comments he heardabout the facility. We simply got to a
point where there was no money andwe have to move to doing things inphases.
Theres going to be some othercosts, District 5 Supervisor LeroyBrooks said of the complex, askingShort to determine for the board othercosts expected to arise. This is notgoing to be the end of it.
Im very proud of what weredoing, as a county, and kudos to theparks and (recreation board) for whatyoure doing, Smith told Short.
Distasteful
When Road Manager RonnieBurns presented a request from theLowndes County School District forthe county to fix holes in a drivewaywhere a school bus is parked, Smithcomplained that the supervisorsdiscussed the matter behind (his)back.
Board President and District1 Supervisor Harry Sanders notedthe school district should pay for
the materials; otherwise a dangerousprecedent would be set.
Ill be the first one to want to doit, Sanders - whose wife is a substituteschool bus driver - said of residentsasking the county to perform work onprivate property to fix damage fromschool buses.
The whole process is distasteful,said Smith, who sought an attorney
generals opinion on the legality ofthe county fixing the damage, notingelected officials were intervening in
districts other than their own.
I should deserve the same respectas any other supervisor in this room,he said. Thats not happening.
You work for me, he saidto Burns. You dont work for theschool board.
Im not going to go outthere to do something withoutyou telling me what to do, Burnsassured Smith.
The supervisors voted 3-2 forcounty crews to do the work andthe LCSD to pay for the materials,estimated to cost around $50.
It makes them haveaccountability in there, District 2Supervisor Bill Brigham said of theLCSD.
Smith and Brooks voted againstthe motion.
Smith also objected to the boardsreluctance to spend money in District4 after he requested that county crews
haul dirt in a Plum Grove project,instead of hiring contractors to do thework.
Weyerhaeuser had earlier donated
25 acres of land for construction of abaseball park, but the property is in anarea which will require about 15,000yards of dirt to level the ground.
Its going to cost the RoadDepartment to haul it, Sanders said,while County Attorney Tim Hudsonestimated hauling the dirt wouldequate to about 600 loads.
Were forced to choose Peterover Paul, Smith said. This isnt astandalone project. All Im asking thecounty to do is step up and help.
Ronnie Burns and the RoadDepartment have a budget, Sanderssaid. Its going to take a lot more than$10,000 (for them to haul the dirt).
Its always the money (that is anissue) when its a project someoneelse supports, Smith said, remindingthe supervisors they just voted tocontribute another $100,000 to thesoccer complex.
The needs Jeff and I have in our
district are totally different than theneeds you all have in your districts,Brooks said. West of the river, thequality of life is a little different. Werespending $6 million on the soccer
complex. What is good for otherdistricts, ought to be good forDistricts 4 and 5. If were going tomake everything about the money,were going to suffer.
Brooks also asked Brighamand District 3 Supervisor JohnHolliman to speak up duringboard meetings.
I think that will cut down onthe one-on-one appearance, headded, referring to the perceptionarguments between Brooks andSanders dominate board meetings.
I really think maybe wevegot the cart before the horse, Shorttold Smith, adding $41,000 has
been set aside for the project, butthe cost to haul the materials is as yetunknown. Lets get these bids in first.
I cant get any communication
out of this board, Smith said,suggesting a planning session so wedont have to have these discussions inpublic.
This board doesnt want to sitdown and talk to each other, he added.Were having discussions in front ofthe public we should not have.
The board needs to listen toRoger and the CLRA, Sanders said.We havent seen a (project) requestfrom the CLRA. Its all coming from asupervisor.
NEWS & VIEWS
Sparks Fly As Lowndes Supervisors MeetBy Kristin Mamrack
I shoulddeserve the samerespect as anyother supervisor
in this room, hesaid. Thats nothappening.
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7realstorypublishing.com LIFESTYLES
TheAdventuresoftheV.I.P.
AbbyHathorn
Brooches Are A Girls Best Friend
A kiss on the hand may be quitecontinental. But diamonds are a girlsbest friendMen grow cold, as girlsgrow old. And we all lose our charm, inthe end. But square cut or pear shape,these rocks dont lose their shape.Diamonds are a girls best friend!Marilyn Monroe sure knew how to singit! While I am on the topic of sparklydiamonds, which make me think ofwonderful, unique brooches, did youknow that brooches have a grand andinteresting history? Indeed, it is true!Do you know what time it is? Well, Iam not sure, myself, what with all thistime-change business, but that it notthe time to which I am referring. It isVIP history lesson time! So, lets skip,hop, and jump into my time machineand blast off to the Paleolithic Age!Sweet class, this adventure will covera lot of territory in a short amount oftime and space; it is not for the faintof heart, so here we gooooo! Zoom,zoom, swish!
Brooches are quite possibly theoldest kind of accessory. When manfirst took to wearing something morethan a loincloth, there began thenecessity of holding the cloth together.The thorn was probably the first of[what we refer to as a safety pin].(www.guyotbrothers.com) Ouch!What a great use for the unwanted andpainful thorn! To think that this simpleidea was the origin of the timeless,
fashionablebrooches that wewear today!
Greeks andRomans played arather large role inthe development ofthe brooches thatwe wear now. Thefibula (brooch orpin) was originallyused in Greek andRoman dress forfastening garments.Greek fibulaefrom the seventhcentury BCwere elaboratelydecorated alongthe long catch platewith animal motifs.The Etruscans alsoembraced the useof these ancientpins and preferredthem very largeand ornate. Theconquests of theRomans helpedto distribute thefibulae. (www.britannica.com)
The Byzantines also influencedthe development of the modern-daybrooch. Their oriental taste for colorproduced many vibrant enameledbrooches. (www.guyotbrothers.com)The barbarians of that era quicklycarried this new skill of brooch makingto trading routes and posts. ThisByzantine accessory began around thesixth century A.D. According to all ofthe history stuff I read, the Byzantinefashion accessory business lasteduntil the tenth century; however, theirconcept of the enameled, brightlycolored pin is still here today! Blessthem, little did the Byzantines knowthey were spreading and creating afabulous accessory icon!
It took many, many centuriesand cultures to contribute to themodern-day design of the brooch. Thisfascinating little piece of jewelry startedout as a simple thorn, and now it isembellished with things like diamondsand rhinestones - making it a girls bestfriend. Well, at least, a girls best wintercoat accessory!
My goodness, we must hurry thisadventure along because I could chatabout fashion history all day.
A snazzy red ruffle coat is oneof the VIPs must-haves for winter!So classic, so cute, and so sassy,
and it works fabulously for alloccasions! Play up this coat witha vibrant hue patterned scarfto add a pop of fun! This coatcombination plays well with cuteflare-out skirts and suit pants.From the office to the party, thiscoat ensemble is perfection.
Oo la la, periwinkle! A woolcoat is a winter favorite of the VIP. Itlooks beyond marvelous when dressedup with scarves and brooches! Aperiwinkle coat is warm and adorable,yet professional. Pair a classic woolcoat with dark denim skinny jeansand sleek black stilettos for a day ofrunning business errands, or wear itover a cocktail dress for a gorgeousway to stay warm from parking lot toholiday party.
VIP Tips on Accessorizing Coats:
Scarves: Bright shades and lovelypatterns pair well with any kindof coat - fromtrench to parka.Dont be afraidto wear morethan one scarfat a time! Mix ashorter, patternedscarf with asimple longer onefor a look thatis sure to grabattention!
Brooches:Brooches areso timeless!Bring life toany boringcoat with alarge broochon the collar.Be a daringfashionista andpin a variety ofbrooches to eachcollar. Mix size,shape, color, andmotif to create aspectacular andunique look.
Best of BothWorlds: Getthe best of bothworlds by pairing your fabulouscoat with a large, vintage-stylebrooch and a sassy, patternedscarf!
Lets Hear It For The Boys: Findyour favorite navy suit jacket! Sure,it is classic and safe, but lets bebold and jazz it up a bit! Show theworld you have style, and sport a
rich navy jacket with a two-tonedstriped tie and a basic button-up,for a look that has you ready torock the business world! When itis time to dash outside, throw on atweed topcoat and neutral coloredcashmere scarf for a classic way tostay warm and dashing.
Diamonds, diamonds, I dontmean rhinestones, but diamonds,diamonds are a girls best friend!Grab your brooches, ladies, and startpinning them to that fantastic wintercoat for a look that is all your own.Thank goodness, the days of thorns aregone!
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Kathys Cranberry Holiday Salad
By Kathy Bishop
JELLO SALAD
1 (6 oz) package rasberry flavored jello
1 cup hot water
1 (16 oz) can WHOLE cranberry
1 (13.5 oz) can crushed pineapple, undrained
2/3 cup port wine or fruit juice
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
In a bowl, dissolve jello in hot water. Stir in cranberry sauce, pineapple, wineor fruit juice and walnuts. Pour in 9x13 oblong baking dish. Chill until firm.Frost with Cream Cheese To in .
CREAM CHEESE TOPPING
2 (3 oz) packages Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
Blend cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth. Spread on firmly setjello. Chill 30 minutes. Serve on lettuce leaves. Serves 12 or more
Excellent served with turkey, chicken or ham. It is great, when made the daybefore.
OR ANYTIME...........
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