Off Beat

Off Beat column is written by Harold Kruger. It runs every Sunday. Harold takes a look at local and state happenings.

Off Beat: YSEDC a public agency?

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Have you ever wondered if the Yuba-Sutter Economic Development Corporation is a "local government agency"? Chances are you haven't, but it's been a big topic at YSEDC for more than a year and generated a lot of paperwork between it and the Fair... Full story

Off Beat: Ongoing role of U-2 is good for Beale

By Harold Kruger/Appeal-Democrat

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The U-2 spy plane has a new lease on life, according to Stars and Stripes. In a report earlier this month, the venerable newspaper that covers all things military said the venerable aircraft will be around a bit longer. Good news, undoubtedly, for... Full story

Off Beat: Heaping of help already for Haiti

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Your heart has to go out to the poor people of Haiti. They haven't had it so good for a very long time. You can blame any of a number of culprits, both external and internal. "Papa Doc" Duvalier and his son, "Baby Doc," must go to the top of the... Full story

Off Beat: Water doesn't always help fish

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This just in, but it's too late for the Yuba County Water Agency. More water doesn't necessarily mean healthier fish. Yup, all that hooh-hah about higher flows in the Yuba was a bunch of hooey. That's the conclusion drawn in a report this month... Full story

Off Beat: Super fights in 2010 election

By Harold Kruger/Appeal-Democrat

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It's 2010, and that means it's election time in the great Mid-Valley And if it's election time, that means plenty of uncontested elections in the great Mid-Valley. Yes, some of your longtime office holders will face no opposition because there's... Full story

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