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The Other Side of the GMO Issue
By Steve Wratten
I am writing to respond to several topics in the article by Kayann Short (Lyons Recorder, Sept. 1) about her concerns over genetically-modified (GM) crops. To avoid misunderstanding, GM crops have had a gene inserted into their chromosomes to confer a new desirable trait. Ms. Short’s article consisted mainly of her opinions, which frankly do not agree with those of U.S. Federal regulatory agencies (EPA, USDA, FDA), nor those of states and many foreign
Gluten Free? Try GMO-Free
By Kayann Short
Ms. Short and her partner, John Martin, run Stonebridge Farm, a century-old organic farm and CSA in its twentieth season in Lyons.
My daughter needs a gluten-free diet so I’m used to checking labels and asking at restaurants about gluten-free options. But as an organic farmer in Boulder County, I’m also concerned about the future of our food safety now that Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) are entering our diets. A recent study in Canada found the Bt gene in the bodies
Van Jones Dey-Notes are Heard
by Coco Gordon
You wouldn’t believe what we heard buzzing about around PlanBoulder’s year end Celebration event at the Boulderado Hotel! There was a greek style dinner buffet, swanky drinks (yumm) with featured keynote speaker, Van Jones, “ Does dense make sense?,” author of “The Green-Collar Economy: How One Solution Can Fix Our Two Biggest Problems.”
Fact or Fiction? A Closer Look at Medical Marijuana
Editor’s Note: Since the medical marijuana issue is one of great importance to many citizens in the community, we at The Lyons Recorder are trying to allow opposing viewpoints to be expressed. As always, the opinions expressed are those of the author. Anyone with a differing viewpoint is invited to contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
by Tina Brown Celona
In the interest of full disclosure, the author of this article is the domestic partner of Read Spear, owner of The Bud Depot and Lyons Indoor Gardening.
It doesn’t surprise me that Mickey Lohr claims that marijuana is a dangerous, mind-altering drug. It does surprise me that he expects reasonable people to believe him.
The Top Ten Reasons You Should Get High on Jesus
- You will meet people who’s name is not Dude.
- There are no toxic carcinogens.
- You won’t get the munchies.
- You don’t need a prescription.
- You will remember where you left your keys.
- It’s free ! Jesus already paid the price.
- It relieves pain and suffering.
- One side effect is love.
- It’s eternal.
- Its addiction leads to Heaven.
Art Dudley
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