Chatham Chatlist Highlights

Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2009 16:38:57 -0400
From: leela ellis
Subject: Left Turns on 15-501

As you drive along 15-501 between CVS and Pittsboro, count the number of exits to the left.  There is a WHOLE BUNCH OF LEFT TURNS.

A driver who needs to turn left, has to drive in the left lane in order to do so.  And yes, that driver has to slow down before making the turn.  One of the things I really like about Chatham County is that most folks are very aware of this, and are kind and make the necessary lane adjustments.

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Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:30:08 -0400 (EDT)
From: Jenn
Subject: M/D comment

Meg,

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Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:09:30 EDT
From: Jones Park
Subject: Clarification and then no comment

I believe my comments about First Citizens were misinterpreted.   If you are traveling and the credit card  accepts your charges, then  why not let you know if there is potential cancellation, especially if you are  someone who has always paid on time.

May I suggest for fun, an  afternoon at the new Branch, listening to the blathering explanations  people receive to their questions. It is a good afternoon’s laugh and laughing  is good for the soul in this economy.  Quality service always depends  on the individual on the other side of the telephone, desk, or cash  register and hopefully the person being served will be  respectful. Kindness and good will should extend even in  banking.

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Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2009 13:56:13 -0400 (EDT)
From: carole henry
Subject: 15-501 driving

Not only do they think the speed limit is suppose to be the minimum speed, they tail gate cars going 60 mph and over in the left lane.  All kinds including woman with children in the cars, speeding and tailgating at high speeds while talking on the phone as well as texting.

You should see them, where it says reduced speed at Cole Park Plaza intersection. (45mph)  They can not seem to compute it in their little brains. Now, can you all imagine these same drivers with one or more drinks in them.

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Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:29:08 -0700 (PDT)
From: Jennifer Gillis
Subject: Need a time out?

People, people, people. . .what flew up your britches??!! Really, it’s getting to the point that a person has to put on a suit of armor before reading the chatlist anymore. Can’t we get back to requests and recommendations instead of all these mean-spirited recriminations? Sheesh!! Go on, drive in the left-hand lane to the nearest place that accepts Plentys and have yourselves a big ol’ mixed drink, for goodness sake.

Jennifer

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Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:34:42 -0400
From: Steve Cornelison
Subject: Here we go again…

Lurking around every corner is someone just waiting to turn even the most mundane subject into an “us-versus-them” issue.

>Subject: The poor driving in this STATE??
>
>The poor driving in this STATE??  What a generalization you make.
>I really am offended every time one of you folks from somewhere
>else makes disparaging comments about our government, schools,
>driving, talking or what have you.  You chose to come here, be
>gracious and learn a little southern manners.
>You don’t insult the host!

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Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:55:31 -0400
From: Justice Mansour
Subject: digital tv

Stephanie,

In response to Chatlist #3445 regarding digital tv conversion.  My husband made his own antenna for about $5 that he put in our attic and it is working wonderfully with our LCD HDTV and older tv with the converter box.  We cancelled our satellite service and are saving so much it was well worth purchasing a digital dtvpal dvr at http://www.dtvpal.com so we can record our shows.  The kids miss some Disney shows, but there are a ton of great shows on UNC/PBS.  I miss the food network and my husband doesn’t get his fill of HGTV, but WUNC has a lot of great things to fill the void.  We get CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, a few other channels too. Your reception will depend on how many obstructions are in the way (trees) and how low or high your house is positioned.

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Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:33:23 -0700 (PDT)
From: stephanie talbott
Subject: TV reception suggestions

I want to thank all of you who sent me some useful suggestions re. my pitiful TV reception at my cave in the woods.  I’ll be tinkering around with options, bur more likely will be reading all those books I purchase at the bi-annual library book sales (next sale coming up in September, for all those who have tossed the TVs and coverter boxes).

As noted in Vickie’s post, I had received the same suggestion from a periodical out of NY, and am copying the instructions here in case others need to run this drill.

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Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:43:30 -0400
From: GOP
Subject: Habitat For Humanity Volunteers Sought

The Chatham County Republican Party is seeking Volunteers for Habitat For Humanity!

On Saturday August 29, 2009 Chatham County Republicans will volunteer a day of Service to help Habitat for Humanity. We will be working in the Chatham Oaks Subdivision in Pittsboro.  The day will begin at 8:30 and end at 3:30. We plan to have two shifts, one in the morning and one in the afternoon.

No construction experience or tools are required. If you would like to volunteer or get more information, please email us at chathamncgop@gmail.com

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Date: Mon, 15 Jun 2009 07:02:44 -0400
From: Patricia Hurlman
Subject: driving on 15-501

In response to “reckless driving” on 15-501, I also get very frustrated with people who are “meandering” at 40-45 mph in the passing lane while on the phone, talking or singing.

Pay attention!  Drive in the RIGHT lane!!

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