By Bob Livesay Special to the Herald That unsung hero is Sue Fisher Jones. Sue is retiring as the public affairs/community relations manager for Valero and going home to Oregon. Sue was a very important part of the community of Benicia. She will definitely be missed. In her position, Sue has been very well-known and […]
Letter: What would we do in chemical release?
What would we do in chemical release? On April 26 in Superior, Wis. there was an explosion at the Husky oil refinery. According to the Chicago Tribune, a tank of crude oil or asphalt exploded prompting authorities to order the evacuation of a 3-mile (5-kilometer) radius around the refinery, as well as a 10-mile (16-kilometer) […]
Tim Bittle and Michael Nolan: Vote ‘No’ on Regional Measure 3
By Tim Bittle and Michael Nolan Special to the Herald The Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association and the Solano County Taxpayers Association urge all Solano voters to vote no on Regional Measure 3. Regional Measure 3 would raise bridge tolls another $3 each! That’s on top of the extra 12 cent per gallon tax recently added […]
Counseling Matters: Mother Goose, Papa Thelonious…and the Trilogy
Who invented the phrase “.. in the merry, merry month of May?” Was it the revered Bard himself? The prankster/satirist Chaucer? Or a drunken reveler in an early incarnation of “The Renaissance Faire?”. What about that English poet whose seductive refrain of “… come Corrina, let’s go a-maying….”. Hint-hint: They weren’t talking about collecting pollen […]
Letters: Mike Thompson and fashion fundraiser
One way to look at it Resgarding Rachel Binah’s April 20 response to my comments about Mike Thompson’s 2008 vote against protecting our shores from off shore drilling, that’s an interesting interpretation of the bill and situation, especially considering that almost all Democrats voted for the bill and Mike Thompson and almost all Republicans voted […]
A Vibrant Faith for the 21st Century: “Reclaiming Jesus: Echoes of 1934”
By Rev. Henry Sun Special to the Herald During the season of Lent, a cohort of Wesleyan pastors and theologians published a confession of faith entitled Reclaiming Jesus: A Confession of Faith in a Time of Crisis (http://www.reclaimingjesus.org/). This particular confession is structured with six specific theological affirmations, each of which is followed by a […]
Letter: Gizzi for judge
Gizzi for judge Steve Gizzi is the most qualified candidate running to be Solano County’s next Judge.Gizzi has been a Judge Pro tem for 10 years here in Solano County and has heard over 4,000 cases. Gizzi served on the Benicia City Council and currently practices as a partner in a local law firm. Gizzi […]
Andrew Kelly: Not all autism organizations are good advocates
By Andrew Kelly Special to the Herald I’m proud to live in a society that has resolved to accept those with disabilities. However, it seems like many of those who share posts about how they love people with autism on one hand are also the same people pushing conspiracy theory and pseudoscience that is ultimately […]
Letters: Prop 68 and thanks for fashion fundraiser
CAC says thanks On Wednesday, April 25, the Benicia Community Action Council held its 9th annual fashion show benefiting the Senior Meal program. The theme this year was “The Greatest Show on Earth,” and the Master of Ceremonies– Christina Strawbridge– once again outdid herself to make it one of the best. Along with Fashion Show […]
The Truth About Cruising (Part 4): The big sell continues
The Benicia Fullosopher My daughter calls cruises “floating assisted living.” I call them “floating shopping malls.” In this and future columns, you’ll read the many ways ships earn a huge amount of their revenue from onboard sales. Often a guest’s final shipboard bill is higher than the fare. Watch out!! Recently, a premium class ship, […]