My View
Playing Tough – by Eileen Bobek
Reflections of a Rebel Heart – August 2023
I’ll tell you what freedom is to me: no fear. ~ Nina Simone
Since I opened Rebel Heart Books six years ago, I have occasionally been subject to a […]
Courting the Truth – by Your Pheasant Meadow Neighbors
Jacksonville Review – July 2023 issue
After reading the recent article from Dave Doi in the Jacksonville Review, we, the neighbors of Pheasant Meadow, would like to share our perspective on the pickleball courts.
Dave Doi asks […]
Don’t Pick on Pickleball – by Dave Doi
Jacksonville Review – June 2023 issue
The Mayor and City Council are again facing the pickleball controversy in our town. In March, they voted to prohibit pickleball on Sunday and to limit the hours of play […]
Eye on the Budget – by Whitman Parker
My View – May 2023
Successful municipalities run on tight budgets…something our city staff and council have mastered due to our small tax base. At its April 13 Budget Committee meeting, staff presented their 3-year budget […]
Unleashing a “Spring” of Events – by Whitman Parker
My View – April 2023
On the heels of this winter’s weather, it’s a pleasure to see signs of spring in the air… and in the garden. Luckily for us, […]
Dedicated to Dirk – by Whitman Parker
My View – March 2023
When I heard the news that Dirk Siedlecki had passed away, a piece of my heart broke. Dirk was one of “those” guys—one you admire right off the bat and like […]
A Sea of Changes – by Whitman Parker
My View – February 2023
A slew of regional changes has caught everyone’s attention recently, blowing up social media and sounding the alarm as to the future of our community. Here in town, the new owners […]
Happy Holidays… and Thank You – by Whitman Parker
My View – December 2022/January 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of year in town—having counted our blessings at Thanksgiving, it’s time to celebrate Victorian Christmas with a long list of must-do community activities and events. […]
On the Election – and Larry! – by Whitman Parker
My View – November 2022
If you haven’t yet returned your mail-in ballot, I’d like to remind you that I have endorsed three candidates for Jacksonville City Council: Ken Gregg,
It’s Gregg, Hellenthal and Hess for Council – by Whitman Parker
My View – October 2022
Having covered City Council races since 2008, I’m familiar with what makes a good candidate and ultimately an effective councilor. This time around, I encourage you to vote for Ken Gregg, […]