Yellow ribbon whereabouts:
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I’m hoping you or your readers can help me out. I’m looking for
a local source for those yellow ribbons, they’re either magnets or
decals people have on their cars that say ‘Support our Troops.’
Hope you can help me out. Thank you.
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Yellow ribbon whereabouts: “I’m hoping you or your readers can help me out. I’m looking for a local source for those yellow ribbons, they’re either magnets or decals people have on their cars that say ‘Support our Troops.’ Hope you can help me out. Thank you.”
The Red Phone did some research and could not find a ‘local source’ for the magnetic ribbons often seen on the rear bumpers of vehicles. Perhaps readers know something the Red Phone doesn’t – which is more than likely – and can call in and offer information.
However, if you’ve noticed a recent entry in the local digest, you’ll see that Grocery Outlet, to offer their appreciation and support to those who sacrifice for our country, is giving away magnetic ribbons to military families and veterans.
To receive a magnetic ribbon, shoppers can show a picture of a relative in uniform, present a Military ID, Dependent Card or Veteran Status Card. Those not personally affiliated with the military but want to show their support can also receive a ribbon with their purchase of a $10 or more gift card. Gift cards are offered in any denomination of $5.
And the Red Phone did find several Web sites that sell the popular decal. Take a look at www.flagsoncars.com, www.autobarn.net, www.magnetamerica.com and www.usamagnetsandmore.com for a number of different versions of the ribbon.
thumbs up: “I just wanted to thank you for the rural pictures you’re putting in the Dispatch. They’re beautiful. As well as all the others. And I very much love the children’s drawings. Keep it up. Thank you.”
The Red Phone thanks you, as do the talented Dispatch photographers. It’s good to see that some people appreciate the photos on page A2 and have an eye for the more artsy side of life.
And speaking of art, the children’s weather drawings are here to stay – as long as our local kiddies keep drawing ’em.
who wants ’em?: “I’m trying to donate clothes but nobody wants them. They want warm coats and sweaters. Well geez, I have about 50 pairs of jeans and ton of T-shirts for children. Nobody wants them. Everyone is so picky. For crying out loud. My kids have stuff they’ve worn once and some of it they haven’t worn at all. So I call and they say, ‘No we don’t want that, we want warm coats, sweaters and blankets.'”
The Red Phone doesn’t know who you’re trying to give the clothing to, but it contacted Goodwill at 845 First Street, and they said they’re more than happy to receive your jeans and t-shirts. Drop them off or give them a call at 842-9941.
annonymous caller: Someone called in who had a sharp disagreement with a column by Denise Baer Apuzzo on the opinion page.
The Red Phone is for whistleblowers, but not people who want to hide anonymously and take potshots at others. If you have a strong disagreement and want to say something about a columnist or Dispatch reporter, write a letter to the editor and sign your name. That way the playing field is level and the public is well served by vigorous, open debate and they have the option to respond.
Red Phoners: Know of a situation with a streetlight? Problems with potholes? Or perhaps you’re feeling Grinchly and want to complain about a neighbor’s over-the-top decorating. Though the Red Phone doesn’t think decorations can be, it’s here to listen to your troubles and woes (but encourages happy thoughts), so call 842-9070 or e-mail
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