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Opinions

Opinions and editorials on local events, issues and happenings as reported by Villagers for Villagers in The Villages, Florida. Stories and opinion pieces on local and national news, events and hot topics. Have an opinion you’d like to share with us? Submit it and share it with The Villages community!

MRIs help to reduce prostate biopsies

MRIs may save many men from getting a prostate biopsy.

Keeping a close eye on spending taxpayer dollars

Congressman Daniel Webster writes that he is keeping a close eye on spending taxpayer dollars.

Leader Schumer shouldn’t embarrass himself in China

U.S. Sen. Rick Scott has some advice for Chuck Schumer for his trip to China.

Remember to obey the rules so everyone can enjoy swimming pools

Remember to obey the rules so everyone can enjoy the swimming pools here in Florida's Friendliest Hometown.

Avoid diets that severely restrict carbohydrates or fats

Dr. Gabe Mirkin advises that we should avoid diets that severely restrict carbohydrates or fats.

Detention deputy honored for jumping into action to aid truck driver in distress

Attorney General Ashley Moody has honored a detention deputy who took heroic, life-saving actions. 

Bidenomics ruining Floridians’ American dream

U.S. Sen. Rick Scott argues that Bidenomics is ruining Floridians’ American dream.

Not one shred of evidence to support impeachment of President Biden

Writing in an Opinion piece, a Village of Dunedin resident argues that there is not one shred of evidence to support the impeachment of President Biden.

Virus that causes COVID-19 is always changing

The virus that causes COVID-19 is always changing. Make sure you are protected.

Thousands of children go missing each year in Florida  

Thousands of children go missing each year in Florida. It’s heartbreaking to think of these children and what has become of them.

Keep moving to combat osteoarthritis and Inflammation

Dr. Gabe Mirkin advises that you should keep moving to combat osteoarthritis and inflammation. He practices what he preaches.

Smash Mouth’s Steve Harwell suffered brain damage from alcohol

Dr. Gabe Mirkin writes that Smash Mouth’s Steve Harwell suffered brain damage from alcohol. He died in hospice on Sept. 4

Teaming up with renowned crime fighter John Walsh

Attorney General Ashley Moody has teamed up with renowned crime fighter John Walsh.

A reality check for Republicans

Marsha Shearer writes that Trump’s presidency resulted in many casualties; but perhaps the most significant is the Republican Party itself.

Are speeding drivers at the heart of the problem on Morse Boulevard?

In an Opinion piece, a Village of Belvedere resident asks if speeding drivers are at the heart of the problem on Morse Boulevard.

Webster calls for clean bill to replenish FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund

Congressman Daniel Webster has urged House and Senate leadership to support a clean supplemental appropriations bill to replenish the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Disaster Relief Fund.

Jimmy Buffett’s Merkel Cell skin cancer

Jimmy Buffett died of Merkel cell skin cancer even though he had received the best medical treatment available today. Dr. Gabe Mirkin has details about the warning signs.

Drowsy driving is dangerous driving

Think it's OK to drive drowsy? You'd better think again.

Exercise and socializing can stave off memory loss

Research shows that exercise and socializing can stave off memory loss. Dr. Gabe Mirkin has some advice.

Scammers attempt to exploit tragedy in wake of hurricanes

Attorney General Ashley Moody warns that scammers often attempt to exploit tragedy in the wake of hurricanes in Florida.

Appropriate access to federal funds will be key to recovery from Idalia

Florida lawmakers want to ensure federal money will be available to aid in the recovery from Hurricane Idalia.

Rely on government resources and information during hurricane threat

Congressman Daniel Webster reminds constituents to be prepared ahead of Idalia and to rely on government resources and information. 

Looming storm reminds us we need to be prepared

The approach of Idalia and the fact that the heavy hurricane activity of September is right around the corner serve as a reminder that preparation is key during hurricane season.

Olympic medalist Tori Bowie provided clues that she needed help

Dr. Gabe Mirkin looks back on the tragic life of Olympic medalist Tori Bowie, who provided clues that she needed help.

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