Editor, Times-Union:I would like to respond to Janet Collins' letter titled "Capitalism."

Editor, Times-Union:I appreciate the fact that David Kolbe addresses comments, concerns and even accusations in letters to the editor.

In a previous "Between the Lines," I said it was important to read.I stressed the fact that we, as a society and as individuals, don't take enough time to read. Now I find out that if you live in Plain Township, you are almost hindered from reading at no cost.How so? Plain Township does not have a public library and to use the Warsaw library, you have to pay a fee of $16 for four months or $45 for a year. I currently live on the edge of Plain Township. I can afford to pay the money, if I have to.That's not the problem.But what about those who can't afford to pay $45? Those who can't pay that much are those who usually need to be reading more. As previously stated, the National Adult Literacy Survey found that more than 40 million Americans age 16 and over have significant literacy needs.Approximately 43 percent of people with the lowest literacy skills live in poverty and 70 percent have no job or part-time jobs.

- Skin Cancer - School Thanks - Burket Elementary - More Burket Elementary - Government Blackmail Skin Cancer Editor, Times-Union: May 14, 2001, was the darkest day of my life. I was diagnosed with …

Editor, Times-Union:I see the political game is heating up especially among the Republicrats. Gee! Somebody outed Souder from among his challengers.

Editor, Times-Union:The February 14 issue of the Times-Union, which reported on the legislative update held at the Warsaw Farm Bureau, made for some interesting reading.

- Retiring Teacher - Leesburg Parade - Child Support Help - Seatbelt Enforcement - Taste Of Downtown - Stupid Media - Taradiddle Retiring Teacher Editor, Times-Union: Mr.Hutcherson is retiring from teaching this year at Lakeview Middle School.Mr.Hutcherson has been teaching for 40 years in Health and P.E.Hutch is a fun and loving person to be around.My dad had Hutch for a teacher and he enjoyed having Hutch for a teacher and I also have Hutch and I know I enjoyed having Hutch.I will miss not having Hutch around to be my teacher next year.We will miss you, Hutch, and we love you.I had a great year being with Hutch.

Editor, Times-Union:Gary, in the 8/14 News Views column you made reference to a letter that appeared in the Times-Union earlier in the week.

Editor, Times-Union:Today, Nov. 19, 2009, I received a lengthy, computer-generated e-mail from Senator Evan Bayh. The basic message stated Senator Bayh is supporting, along with other Senators, a proposal to form a debt-fighting commission to tame the ballooning national debt.

- Enough Is Enough - Rodeheaver - A Poem For Christmas Says It All - True Meaning - Christ In Christmas Enough Is Enough Editor, Times-Union: It is sad that Tom Morehouse continues to devote so much time and effort on his Central time jihad. The number of letters he has written to this paper, the weekly anonymous call-ins to the local weekly publication, and the fact that he returned my questionnaire to me with instructions to send it to someone in Carmel since I only represent them, will not alter the fact that the time issue is over.

Editor, Times-Union:When a government acts as if the people are revolting, it shouldn’t be shocked when the people revolt.

Editor, Times-Union:I think I know why so many did not vote this May.

Editor, Times-Union:I live in an area behind Wal-Mart, and have observed many times that there are semi trucks ignoring no parking signs on the street that runs between Lowe’s and Wal-Mart.

Editor, Times-Union:Governor Daniels has decided to make our kids pay for his mistakes.

Editor, Times-Union:If you or someone you know attended the Taste of Ag on April 10 and lost a gold necklace, please call me at 574-594-2903 to identify.Ann Perry Pierceton

- Free Potatoes Free Potatoes Editor, Times-Union: Approximately 43,000 pounds of potatoes from Wisconsin will be given away at the Warsaw Marsh Supermarket parking lot this Saturday from 9 a.m.to 11 a.m.or until the supply is depleted.Twenty-one food agencies and other individuals and churches are invited to participate to help feed the hungry in the Kosciusko County area. The potatoes are provided by the Society of St.Andrew and the Kosciusko 21st Century Foundation Inc.through a $2,500 grant to cover the bagging and transportation costs. Due to rescheduling, volunteers are needed for two hours at 8 a.m.to unload the semi and load the drive through vehicles.Forklift equipment has been donated by Bobcat of Warsaw Inc.

- Recycling - Endicott Murder - Zoning - Prosecutor - Supports Jarrette Recycling Editor, Times-Union I would like to respond to Mike Lewis' suggestion about our contract with the Solid Waste District of Kosciusko County that was published in the Times-Union, Wednesday, April 10. $150,000 per year sounds like a lot of money but let me break it down a little: $7,800 per year is returned back to the district for the building we lease per year; in 2001 we hauled away 3,239,470 pounds of recycled material to Elkhart to be processed so it can be reused again. Sure it's cheaper to landfill the material but that's not what solid waste districts are for, remember, we only have one landfill.

Editor, Times-Union:Being a true pet parent you try everything within your power to protect your pet or pets from all kinds of danger, the evil elements lurking out there (whether it'd be another human being or another animal).

Editor, Times-Union:I would like to issue a challenge to Kosciusko County builders and investors.

Editor, Times-Union:I knew when I started my petition back in November that not everyone would agree with what I am trying to do.

Editor, Times-Union:First of all I want to thank our Triton basketball team for the great year they had ...

- In Memory Of David Fribley - Office Olympics In Memory Of David Fribley Editor, Times-Union: Often when a tragedy occurs people ask, "What can we do to help?" or "How can something good come out of this?" Many people have asked this question in response to the loss of Lance Cpl.David Fribley.The outpouring of concern, genuine love and affection for a young man who lost his life in service to our country has been remarkable.I had the opportunity to speak with his parents, and with their permission, this letter may serve to answer the many questions I have personally received. Here are some things people can do in memory of David: Monetary contributions may be made to one of three scholarship funds in David's memory. Kosciusko County Community Foundation, Inc. 102 E.Market St.

Editor, Times-Union:On Nov. 11 our country was paying respect and honoring our veterans, thanking them for all they have done.

Editor, Times-Union:Having  read with interest the positions of supporters for Dave Kolbe and Kurt Nisly, a good many people seem to be jumping the fence to vote for one or the other. I appreciate Dane Millers letter and his position.

- Child Safety - A Labor Of Love - Community Sing - Exemplary Care - Farming Community - Message For The Vice Pres. Child Safety Editor, Times-Union: July 1 of every year marks the date on which most new laws adopted by the General Assembly go into effect, among these are child safety laws.