Columbus, GA

Posted by Chuck W on April 1, 2009 at 12:49pm in Local (Change) on my Ning Blog . . .

I like and support the idea that "Individuals are finally organizing themselves to show their dissatisfaction towards the Government" who may be trying to move " Our County" in the direction of Socialism.

It's been too long that our government has been " TAXING US TO DEATH" without the people uprising. It appears they think they have a right to Tax us, from the womb to the tomb. We can't allow this to continue, " Big Government" must be stopped and it appears, " We (the People) won't take it any longer".

I highly recommend that everyone " take the time to support this worthy show of support - against government, from Local through Federal levels"

The most obnoxious people right now are in the " Obama administration " . Thsoe big wigs who Obama is asking to fill and run our " Federal Financial Departments" with people who are caught not paying their " Own Personal Taxes". These " Tax Evaders" will be the first to "penalize and Tax " the people even more", if we don't stand up and let them know our support is against them. Some citizens may accept thier appointments and like new taxes, but I don't. I will attend this "Tea Party" and voice my opinions by joining other patriotic Americans, who opposit our current Tax Systems.
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Not only do we want to stop any " new taxes from being forced down our throats" , we should also want to " THROW OUT OUR own LOCAL and STATE ELECTED INCUMBENT POLITICIANS - completely OUT OF OFFICE - IN 2010".

Right here in Columbus, it's time to vote out certain Members on School and Council Boards - regardless of party affiliation, who are not working " for the people -and- who are responsible for voting them into office" and any other politicians - who are not representing the voters properly.

I believe in " VOTERS TERM LIMITS".

Although "Term Limits will never be approved by politicans" ---- WE (the voters and tax payers) CAN make our own approved " Voters Term Limits", by voting against any " questionable Incumbent".

All we have to do is " NOT VOTE for any INCUMBENTS in 2010" and I believe, some great patriots will hopefully come forward to ' OPPOSE THESE INCUMBENTS" and we the people should "VOTE FOR THESE OPPOSING CANDIDATES". It's that simple. Your vote Counts and we want the Incumbents to understand, we no longer will just vote for Incumbents blindly, unless they want to work for " The Voters".

If we start "FIRING" a few Incumbents, than they may start listening to " We the voters " more seriously. They will only understand our "voting power" when they are DEFEATED. WE expect our " Elected Official" to start working for us and voting like we are are expecting them to vote.

Right now, many Incumbents are NOT communicating with us (the voters) or even caring to hear our imput. It's time for "We the People" to stand up and be accounted for, start show up in larger numbers at the voting booths and " VOTING THESE INCUMBENTS - OUT OF OFFICE". This would be " CHANGE" -- they would have to start "believing in".

InTown Columbus

It is a rare occasion when it snows in Columbus Ga. but it happened. Much to the delight of all the children in town, Muscogee County schools closed the day of the snow and the day after.

Muscogee Tree Service is located in Midland, Georgia. The business, owned and operated by Matt Sanford, has been serving the Columbus area for over five years. Matt has fifteen years experience in the tree service industry having worked for Treeman Tree Service and Georgia Power Company.

Muscogee Tree Service specializes in all aspects of tree removal and disposal, trimming and planting. Employees are trained in the use of all equipment including a 60 foot bucket truck and wood chipper.

Call Matt for a free estimate at (706) 561-2987 or email to muscogeetree@mchsi.com

Serving Columbus, Midland, Harris County, Talbot County, Marion County

As with many things - just asking the question - is a good first step.

1) Contact a mortgage professional in the town you wish to purchase in.

The reason I have this as the first step is that a mortgage professional can pull your credit and advise you on where you are at and how to get where you want to go. I adivise either sticking to a major bank lender like Wachovia, Wells Fargo, or GMAC in your local area because it will keep you away from the scam artists. There are mortgage brokers not with the major banks who are awesome but there are some real scam artists who will take you for a ride.

2) Keep credit balances on revolving lines like credit cards as low as possible.

Credit scores are higher when you use a low percentage of your available credit. So, if possible keep credit card and other revolving credit lines below 30% of available credit. In other words if your credit card has a credit line of $5000 - keep the revolving balance below $1500. This gives you plenty of room for emergencies and keeps your credit score high.

3) If you want to buy a house - don't go buy all new vehicles.

Debt to income ratios are very important for determining what kind of home you will qualify for. 2 new vehicles with $500+ per month payments on each will take a chunk out of your income leaving less to use for a home. Make your new home a priority and buy a home - then determine if you have enough available to purchase a vehicle. Sometimes it is smart to save up or just have one nice car and one that will just "get you by".

4) Pay on time!

This seems like common sense but it is important that you pay attention to your bills and get them in on time. Nuff said about that. :)

5) Correct any mistakes on your credit report.

When your mortgage professional pulls your credit report - look for mistakes - and enlist their help in correcting any mistakes.

6) Find a Good REALTOR

Now that you have your credit ready to go - call me and we will find you a home that your family will enjoy!

One of my favorite places to eat in Columbus Ga is the Bavarian House located on Whittlesey Road, behind the Main Street shopping ctr. I have to admit that I am partial to german cooking and Monika Washington the owner of the Bavarian House does an admirable job. If meat and potatoes don't drive you wild then maybe some of the fantastic german desserts will. The food is excellent and quite filling.

One fourth of the restaurant is a bar featuring the usual sports tv highlights and of course German and Domestic BEER. All of you familiar with schnitzel will really appreciate what the Bavarian House has to offer. Saturdays you will find a host of German ladies speaking in a variety of German dialects.

Good Food, Great Desserts and Beer, Wine and Spirits on occasion you will find a trio or quartet playing some of your favorite music. Octoberfest is reserved for live Polka music and dancers.

Look around when you come to visit, I'll be sitting on the right side, so stop and say hello.