The Edmond Sun--Editorials http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 21:34:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_279213527.html The Joplin Globe, Mo., lessons from Letterman: http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_279213527.html If only our elected officials handled themselves like David Letterman did last week, we might be less skeptical of our government. Sat, 05 Sep 2009 00:24:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_248002414.html Speech brings a test http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_248002414.html The furor over President Barack Obama’s proposed speech to school children on Tuesday truly reflects how polarized our nation’s citizens continue to be when it comes to the political arena. Sat, 31 May 2008 21:44:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_152214454.html Lock up your gas http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_152214454.html A local company learned last week just what the high price of fuel really means in today’s economic climate. Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:52:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_102145227.html ‘I Promise’ program deserves kudos http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_102145227.html Edmond parents will send their teenagers off into the night Saturday for what should be a magical evening full of lifelong memories to be made. But underlying the excitement of prom night is the tension from fear for their children’s safety. Sun, 27 Jan 2008 00:58:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_027005905.html Explore compost idea http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_027005905.html EDITOR’S NOTE: Throughout 2008, The Edmond Sun’s Editorial Board will advocate for five priority issues for the city. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 13:19:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_025131949.html Get a clue http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_025131949.html Sometimes, politicians can hold on too tightly to their dreams. Tue, 22 Jan 2008 13:11:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_022131221.html Cargill defies belief http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_022131221.html House Speaker Lance Cargill has weathered several accusations and insinuations in the past year, but the revelation Sunday that he has failed to file his personal income tax returns for two years is utterly discouraging. Fri, 18 Jan 2008 12:56:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_018125652.html Tax proposal a winner for state cities http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_018125652.html Sometimes, everyone just has to gain control of their budget in order to straighten out their priorities. Wed, 16 Jan 2008 12:21:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_016122204.html It’s time to stabilize state budget http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_016122204.html Much has been made in recent weeks about the projected state revenue forecast for 2008, which will be certified in February. Sat, 29 Dec 2007 23:48:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_363234842.html No big lottery surprise http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_363234842.html State Superintendent Sandy Garrett’s recent call for the Legislature to address the state lottery shortfall is one more clarion bell for bringing voters back to reality. Mon, 17 Dec 2007 12:59:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_351125955.html Waterboarding has no place in our 'toolbox' http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_351125955.html Reports during the weekend that the White House plans to veto the House-approved intelligence bill bodes ill for our standing in the world. Wed, 12 Dec 2007 13:11:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_346131145.html Shelter necessity greater outside of city http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_346131145.html Edmond has no official emergency shelter for those who have been without power for more than a few hours. The nearest shelter is on Northwest 23rd Street in Oklahoma City. Tue, 11 Dec 2007 12:05:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_345120613.html Kudos to those who serve http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_345120613.html Oklahoma Gas and Electric is calling this week’s winter ice storm the worst one it has fought in its history as a company. Mon, 10 Dec 2007 11:47:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_344114802.html Board members deserve pat on back http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_344114802.html Two Edmond school board members achieved recognition last week that deserves a pat on the back. Sun, 09 Dec 2007 01:40:00 +0000 http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_343014001.html Vote yes for school bond http://www.adaeveningnews.com/edmondsun/editorials/local_story_343014001.html Edmond Public Schools continue to face an onslaught of student population growth and the district needs voters’ help. A $28.9 million bond package will go before voters Tuesday.