Chatlist Chatters

Cyclists need to follow road signs too
[Jul. 14, 2009] Cyclists across the triangle are reported to be more concerned for their safety now that an experienced and prominent cyclist in Apex died, reportedly from turning in front of a vehicle. From what I have read, he was an avid proponent of educating others on the rights of cyclists on the road and their safety. On the same day that he died, I got behind a herd of cyclists "on a mission" in northeastern Chatham County. Not only did none of them stop at the STOP sign before turning onto busy NC751, but none of them were even observed looking to see if any vehicles were coming on NC751. By Al Wyllie

Turn signals never seem to need repairing in North Carolina
[Jul. 4, 2009] I had a very successful turn signal repair business "up north" and then decided to move my business to North Carolina. This was definitely a mistake. For some reason, turn signals never seem to need repairing in this state. I can't understand why. By Barton Holtz

We cancelled our satellite service and are watching over the air HDTV
[Jun. 21, 2009] This is in response to the Chatham Chatlist conversations regarding digital tv conversion. My husband made his own antenna for about $5 that he put in our attic. It is working wonderfully with our LCD HDTV and an older TV with the converter box. By Justice Mansour

Kudos to Angelina from local farmer
[Jun. 15, 2009] On behalf of all the local farmers I'd like to thank Angelina for supporting us. She is at the Pittsboro Farmers Market every Thursday. She purchases our food and makes the into amazing creations at her restaurant, Angelina's Kitchen. By Kristy Chruch, Winfield Farm

What to consider if you plan to log and sell your timber
[Jun. 15, 2009] If you are thinking about logging your land and selling your timber, go quickly to the North Carolina Extension Office behind the court house. Or go to the North Carolina Extension website. Did not talk to the loggers directly unless you really know what you are doing By Dan McCarty

New school facility fee increase shortchanges our children
[Jun. 15, 2009] Tuesday night the Chatham County Board of Education will vote to adopt a new rental fee that will increase the gym rentals to non-profits to $50 per hour. County owned buildings, built with tax dollars, maintained with tax dollars and now we're basically going to lock the doors with this cost increase. By Meg Miller

Why are Chatham Schools mailing out Summer Sendoff brochures?
[Jun. 14, 2009] Does anyone know why Chatham County Schools mailed out Summer Sendoff brochures that were printed in Spanish? Why did I get one printed in a language I can't read? Was this brochure and the postage donated? I hope it didn't come out of the budget. I am sure I could call county offices and find out from "someone" but I really wanted to post this to see if I was the only one or if there were others. By Gina Bechtel-Hicks

"Plenty" of questions
[Jun. 8, 2009] Those were the key words right there Matt Rudolf, "Finally, if you REALLY cannot offload them Plentys may be exchanged for dollars at Capital bank (for a 10% loss)" By Robin Luker

Chatham County needs to consider composting as part of a potential landfill solution
[Jun. 5, 2009] I address this issue as the founder of the NC Compost Council and the largest producer of compost in the state at one time (1988-1993) and someone whose corporate efforts were directed toward recycling before it became popular. The proposed landfill meetings should consider incorporating composting into any landfill proposal. By Tom Glendinning

Pittsboro Plenty is to be steadfastly avoided
[Jun. 2, 2009] Mr. Rudolf's post about Antonella's choosing to not accept the Pittsboro Plenty is sweetly intimidating. I'm not surprised Antonella doesn't accept the Plenty. I wouldn't either simply on principle were I not retired and still in business. By Brad Page

Acceptance of the Plenty is not indicative of a business's commitment to the local community
[Jun. 2, 2009] I was disturbed to read the criticism regarding Antonella's and the fact that at this time, they do not accept Plenty as currency. I do not know Antonella, or anyone who works for her, as far as I know. I do not know anything about that business at all, really, except by looking at the website just now. But I do know how extremely difficult it is to keep a small business open at any time, but especially now, when money is tight for everyone. Anything that jeopardizes, or potentially jeopardizes cash flow for even a few days can be fatal to a small business. By Maclyn Humphrey

Antonella, the Plenty and irresponsible Matt
[Jun. 2, 2009] The Plenty is indeed a interesting social experiment propagated by your employer and a group of businesses affiliated with your employer. A leap of faith must be taken by all involved as their is no guarantee of their stated value, including yourself. You agreed to accept the plenty in lieu of real money, Antonella does not. By Calvin Oxendine

Antonella's has gained another customer
[Jun. 2, 2009] Antonella's gained another customer here. Amazing as it seems, I posted early on with just this in mind. I was chastised roundly and informed that no one would be pressured to accept the "Plenty", and that it was "backed" by Capitol Bank, which turned out to be untrue. By Rusty McIntosh

Antonella's needs to accept the Pittsboro Plenty, or else
[Jun. 1, 2009] Although I agree that Antonella's Salon is an excellent salon, I am frustrated by their refusal to take the Plenty. Last weekend I got a haircut there and when I gave my tip in Plenties I was informed that they were not accepted there. By Matthew Rudolf