“Shane, you forgot: clutch, 3 on column stick shift and a few of those ‘push button’ drive selectors that were on Chrysler products (The car features we miss, May 22, 2026).” – Mike Simpson

“As warmer weather draws us outdoors, our shared parks and green spaces help build stronger communities, but what’s being sprayed on these spaces may be putting that same community at risk. Pesticides have been linked to harmful health effects for people and pets alike, especially children. The American Academy of Pediatrics has stated, ‘Pesticide exposure in children should be limited as much as possible.’ Research has linked exposure in children to several serious health concerns, including neuro‑behavioral disorders, certain types of childhood cancers, birth defects, endocrine or hormonal disruptions, and asthma. Our pets face risks as well. Studies show that exposure to lawn chemicals is associated with higher rates of bladder cancer and lymphoma in dogs. Active pets can also track residues indoors on their paws and fur, increasing exposure inside our homes. For adults, long-term pesticide exposure has been linked to respiratory issues, hormone disruption and cognitive decline. Beyond human health, these chemicals can harm water quality and damage beneficial insects and birds that support healthy ecosystems.

Our public spaces should not compromise community health. Safer alternatives exist. Organizations like Good Neighbor Iowa provide resources and promote pesticide-free practices. Their pledge to be pesticide-free (goodneighboriowa.org/pledge) has already been adopted by residents, schools, and parks across the state. I encourage readers to take the pledge and urge local leaders to adopt pesticide-free practices, so our shared spaces can truly support a healthier, more connected community.” – Jordan Holloway

“If you wear one glove while handling fish, you would need to be able to moonwalk properly (Bullheads and bruised egos, Guthrie Center Times, May 2026). Any sequins on that glove?  Good story.” – Christopher Stipe

I just so happen to have one sequined glove from one of my better Halloween costumes, and now I know exactly how to put it to good use. And, yes, I can do the moonwalk. Kind of. – Shane

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“In the April issue (Guthrie Center Times, April 2026), you celebrated the killing of an innocent buffalo 50 years ago. This is extremely insensitive and is not something to celebrate. These people should be ashamed of not finding a more humane way to assist the animal. Shame on you for posting it as something to celebrate as a success.” – Kelsey Storey Eischeid

Editor’s note: This was not something we “celebrated,” but it is a piece of local history that was published 50 years ago. Like much of history, there will be some things people agree with and some things people don’t.

Shane, I liked the Lake Panorama Times story on Pat Moylan, my cousin. I did not agree at all with the review on “Melania” (Local film reviews, Lake Panorama Times, March 2026). “Melania” has been attacked by leftist media but is an elegant and insightful documentary. If you are a lefty, most hate it, but millions in normal America loved it. It was made political by the media. All the lefty critics on Rotten Tomatoes hated it, yet it has a 98% audience score — the biggest disparity in the history of that lefty movie site. National Review and Breitbart praised it. Lauren Powell Jobs’ blog in The Atlantic panned it. Did the reviewer actually see the movie? “Melania” is great She is loving and wonderful and a good Catholic girl and is helping bring more people to God. Anyway, thank you! – Jerry OBrien