Chatham Chatlist Highlights

Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2010 00:34:24 -0500
From: Sarah Carr
Subject: AT&T landline billing

We’ve had AT&T /BellSouth at our home since we moved here in August.  While the first 2 bills were understandably wacky because of new installation, prorated charges, etc, they have been wrong since October.  I pay for unlimited long distance, yet every month, I get charged for long distance calls.  So, I spend 30 minutes on the phone with them to correct the problem.  They always credit the account, but have not done anything more, saying only that it’s a “known issue” and they’re working on it.  It takes them 4 months to fix this???  Not to mention that it’s not like they are calling me to notify me that they’re overcharging me….
So, is anyone else having this problem with AT&T/BellSouth?  Check your bills if you’re not sure.

Date: Tue, 2 Feb 2010 21:37:30 -0500
From: Larry Hicks
Subject: George Lucier to Seek Second Term

Commissioner Lucier will run for a second term

George Lucier will seek re-election as Chatham County Commissioner from District 3. Lucier, a Democrat, was elected in 2006, and has a long record of public service at the local, state and national levels. He is currently Vice Chair of the Board of Commissioners and served as Chair in 2008 and 2009.  Lucier also serves on the Board of Trustees for the Central Carolina Community College, the Chatham County Board of Health and the Economic Development Corporation.

Date: Tue, 2 Feb 2010 20:02:37 -0500
From: Brad Johnson
Subject: Brian Bock for Chatham County Commissioner

You are invited to attend the Campaign Kickoff for

BRIAN BOCK

Candidate for Chatham County Commissioner

Sunday, Feb 7 at 1:00 pm

The Pittsboro Community House – 65 Thompson Street, Pittsboro

Brian decided to run because the actions and proposals of the current county leadership are raising our property taxes, shredding our property rights, and spending our tax dollars on unnecessary pet projects and staff increases in a time of severe recession. The current and proposed policies create an environment which is hostile to job creation and retention, policies which scare off, rather than attract new businesses to Chatham County.

Date: Tue, 2 Feb 2010 17:19:21 -0500
From: Diane Pettus
Subject: Tom Vanderbeck Announces Bid for Re-election in Chatham County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 2, 2010
Contact: Tom Vanderbeck 545-2150

Tom Vanderbeck announces bid for re-election as County Commissioner from District 4

Chatham County Commissioner Tom Vanderbeck announced today that he is seeking re-election. Vanderbeck, a Democrat, resides in District 4.

“In 2006, I ran on a campaign of open, honest government, sustainable economic development, thoughtful growth and quality schools,” Vanderbeck states. “I believe that we have turned Chatham County in the right direction and have made significant progress; however, there is much more to do to make Chatham the sustainable community we all desire.”

Date: Tue, 2 Feb 2010 11:46:13 -0500 (EST)
From: Linda Booker
Subject: ChathamArts Sustainable Cinema Series

A big thanks to everyone who came out to the Fearrington Barn last friday night for the screening of LOOKING FOR MS. LOCKLEAR.  Despite a cold, snowy night, a terrific crowd enjoyed a wonderful documentary and the humor and songs of Rhett and Link.  Much gratitude to all our ChathamArts volunteers, Fitch Creations and our attendees and supporters who made the evening a memorable event and raised funds for ChathamArts and its arts in education programs.

Date: Tue, 2 Feb 2010 09:56:23 -0500
From: rhoda l berkowitz
Subject: Food for Fines

During the week leading up to Valentine’s Day (February  8 – 14),  patrons of the Chatham County Public Library system can pay  off their fines by donating non-perishable food items to benefit CORA and the  Siler City food bank.  For each dollar of fines owed, one item of non- perishable food will be accepted.  The most needed items are pasta sauce and boxed pasta,  canned tuna or canned salmon, canned soups and vegetables, beans  (canned or dried) and boxed cereals.

Date: Tue, 2 Feb 2010 01:29:19 -0500
From: Gene Galin
Subject: Chatham Chatlist hits 3,100 members

I am happy to report that the Chatham Chatlist hit 3,100 members this weekend.

Thanks to all you great members for making this chatlist what it is.

Gene Galin
Chatlist moderator

Date: Mon, 1 Feb 2010 19:47:54 -0500
From: Tom Heckel
Subject: thanks for recommendations

Hi Chatham friends,

My recent post asking for recommendations for local electricians resulted in ten responses. The Chatham chat list is such a wonderful resource. Thanks for all your responses and thanks to Gene for all his hard work.

Tommy

Date: Mon, 1 Feb 2010 14:56:13 -0500
From: Patricia B. Learned
Subject: Fundraiser for Interfaith Ministries of Chatham County

FUNDRAISER for the INTERFAITH MINISTRIES of CHATHAM COUNTY – Thank you brave souls who did show up at the General Store Cafe’ yesterday (February 1) for our fundraiser.  I was there from 11am-2pm.  Then I left and did not go back.  On my way there I encountered icy roads and an accident so I felt it was better for me to come back home than risk an accident myself.

The General Store Cafe’ says we can try again for another date.  So please stay tuned.
Patricia B. Learned

Date: Mon, 1 Feb 2010 14:47:52 EST
From: Kattorney
Subject: David Ismay for Mardi Gras King 2010!

Really?  Do you just sit around and wait for Mardi Gras every  year?  I mean, that’s cool….it IS a really great party.  But this is  essentially the same post you posted last year and it wasn’t particularly  humorous or accurate then, either.  Although Andrea wasn’t even involved  with Mardi Gras 2009 at all, I know her and I’m sure she’d be THRILLED to  have YOU as her
advocate!!   What devotion and loyalty!!  And by  the way, the Mardi Gras king and queen aren’t voted upon.  There  is a king cake and a queen cake, both of which contain a plastic baby in  accordance with Mardi Gras tradition.  Whoever gets the baby in their piece  of cake is the king and queen of the ball.  I bake the cakes.  C’mon  by, I’ll save a piece just for you.  Maybe YOU can be the king!