There's been lots of public discussion about the possible uses for the downtown Modesto Post Office, which the federal government has put up for sale. There are at least two reasons for the keen interest -- its prominent location on I Street, across from the courthouse, and its historic significance.
Talking Tot The Top With Roy Wasden
Modesto Police Chief Roy Wasden will participate in an online exchange with the public Monday from 2 to 3 p.m. Readers are invited to converse with him via the Talking to the Top blog. There are two ways to pose your question:
The opinions of The Modesto Bee are determined by the editorial board, which includes the publisher, four editors and rotating community members.
Council should trash plan to end free garden waste pickup By JOHN MENSINGER
Why anyone would want to get drunk is beyond me, By AMELIA CHASTAIN BROGDON
Roadside memorials show love, remind us to slow down,
Modesto owes its existence to the land, water, railroad, By COLLEEN STANLEY BARE
Poverty figures: The number's are going to get worse, By ANDRES OPPENHEIMER
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Why would anyone end up stuck in the closet?, By JAMES E. McGREEVEY
Prepare today for tomorrow's flood or earthquake, By MICHAEL CHERTOFF
Another civil war over commemorating Civil War, By BOB DEANS
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Rhythms of politics, public opinion, media shape his letters,
He hopes to correct 'well-intentioned misconceptions,' have fun,
Soulsbyville couple make their voices heard for nearly 20 years,
'Mr. Mom' writes to 'correct errors,' share knowledge with other Bee readers,