What famous person used this secret door?

Happy With Sheriff's Department?

     Due to a letter we received from one of our readers, we are taking a poll about the Sheriff's Office. Tell us how you feel. See the poll at the bottom of the page.

Thunder in the Boardroom!

     There was quite a bit of yelling out when Gary Tofanelli refused to let Public Comment run at it's scheduled time. Since he and Tryon are running for re-election, everyone knows why he ignored the yelling.

Thunder in District 4

If you've watched the debates on TV, you've seen how Debbie Ponte told the commentator that she had no questions of either candidate. She's right! We already know what these two incumbents have on their record.

It's Cold Outside, Papa Bear!

     The word in Ebbetts Pass is that the bears may go back and hibernate if this cold lasts very long.

Butterfly Bush in the Snow at 3500' May 25

Who knows what the proper name is for a butterfly bush?

Thunder in the" Works"

     It's no wonder Tofanelli and Tryon want to stifle Public Comments; during one agenda item regarding Public Works, a member of the public stated "It's amazing what Public Works can do just before an election."

What Am I?

Get Ready For a Storm!

     No, not the election type, the rain and snow type. If you look out your window towards the mountains you will see dark clouds gathering.

     The weather service even is predicting snow in the higher elevations. We will probably get some rain tonight and tomorrow. Bring in the cushions from the patio.

    We can use more rain, so be glad!

Little Moneymaker

     When a member of the public got up to make a comment on the proposed Public Works takeover of the private road association duties, he stated that "It's a nice little money maker for Public Works, but the shaft for the public, who is already paying taxes for roads."

David Singer For District Attorney

Paid For By David Singer For District Attorney 2012

Henry Herbert "Hank" Middleton

   Henry Herbert ( Hank ) Middleton died peacefully on May 23, 2012. Surrounded by his loving wife and Children.  Hank was born May 30, 1919 in Redlands CA to Henry and Mattye Middleton.  He Lived in Thermal, CA on a date farm until he entered the Navy during WW II in 1942.  After his Military Service, he moved to Los Angeles area until his

Letter to Editor: Worried About Sheriff & Public Safety

   Can You Hear Me Now?

 Dear Editor:

     I live in the Ebbetts Pass corridor, and am an avid reader of the Sentinel. I believe that the Sentinel should take a look at the Sheriff's department, and what the real reasons why Supervisors Callaway and Tryon are opposed and try to block additional money going to them.