The Cleveland Daily Banner

Commissioner's fiery address draws criticism

To The Editor: “Appalled," "fleecing of taxpayers' money," “proof of corruption," “justification," “misappropriation," “overpaid office staff," “lack … more

7/17/21

Blackburn, Haggerty praised for support of bipartisan bill

To The Editor: On June 24, the U.S. Senate passed by an overwhelming bipartisan majority the Growing Climate Solutions Act, legislation to help farmers and foresters get paid for sequestering … more

7/10/21

A community message from Tennova-Cleveland CEO

To The Editor: We write today with hope for the future and gratitude for the resilience of our provider team at Tennova Healthcare. The pandemic has demonstrated how … more

7/7/21

Election results, corrupt leaders and coincidence

To The Editor: While searching for a parking space in a crowded lot, the first eight cars I passed had northern tags and several had Biden\Harris bumper stickers. I thought what a … more

6/26/21

School-board members defended during pay debate

To The Editor: For nearly 30 years I enjoyed the interactions with, and assistance from, a group of dedicated public servants known as school-board members. While that partnership was … more

6/26/21

Pickleball player tasks comments made to the city council

To The Editor: Shame on the Cleveland City Council and the Cleveland Daily Banner for not hearing both sides of this story at the council meeting and then publicly slandering … more

6/19/21

Elks Lodge #1944, members thanked for recent events

To The Editor: Cleveland Elks Lodge #1944 planned and participated in a Fun Festival for the clients of the Life Bridges community in our town on Saturday, June 5. I proposed the plan to … more

6/19/21

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Term limits in U.S. Congress are encouraged

To The Editor:The Tennessee State Senate needs to concur with HJR8 in 2022 for the state to join Florida, Alabama, Missouri and West Virginia in calling for the Term Limits Convention.Term limits are … more

6/13/21

America's founders needed to add a vital amendment

To The Editor:After studying the Declaration and Constitution for many years, I’ve come to the conclusion that something’s missing. Did the founders neglect something of major importance? Ronald … more

6/2/21

RECLAIM Act adoption is pivotal for coal families

To The Editor: Throughout the history of extracting coal from the land, the greatest fear faced by mining families was the possibility of a mine collapse. Now, as we enter the third decade of this … more

5/26/21

Carbon pricing must be big part of climate legislation

To The Editor: Our nation’s lawmakers are currently working to craft and attempt to pass a package of spending measures and policies aimed at transforming America’s infrastructure and … more

5/22/21

Iran, North Korea nuclear deals need firm hand

To The Editor: Hopefully, President Biden will make nuclear deals with Iran and North Korea. However, it is equally to be hoped that he does not repeat the fatal flaw of the first Iran … more

5/15/21

A helpful option on getting older, losing balance

To The Editor:I wanted to write and say how much I appreciated the "Commentary" piece by Bradley County Mayor D. Gary Davis on the "Fears of falling, yet staying active." This is such an important … more

5/15/21

Pandemic can't take away our love of creation

To The Editor:Simply amazing.As I looked out my window this morning, I saw the trees clapping their leaves with joy. I heard the birds as they sang a beautiful song I can't name. I saw a beautiful, … more

5/15/21

Saying goodbye to a beloved sister and a best friend

To The Editor: Today, I lost my sister, Louise Boles Masingale. We weren't full sisters. We had different mothers. We have been friends for 75 years. We played together, wrestled and even … more

5/1/21

Parents encouraged to watch over actions of children

To The Editor:I am enclosing with this "Letter To The Editor" a copy of a news article about the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's annual report. As you can see, it details the law … more

4/24/21

Extreme positions in arguing laws of voting in America

To The Editor:As I observe outcries about voter suppression, I learn that my civil rights are being violated. The requirements for voting are generally:1. Register in advance.2. Provide … more

4/24/21

Writer cautions people to 'wake up' to U.S. problems

To The Editor:There was a recent "Letter to the Editor" concerning Black History and I find it offensive. I have served my country for 33 years in the military, voting at the ballot box, … more

4/24/21

Gun and voting rights a case for common ground

To The Editor:In our current politically charged atmosphere, it’s rare that we agree on anything. We can’t even decide on a common definition of terms that affect all of us. Words like … more

4/24/21

Two liberal bills in Congress should draw ire of people

To The Editor:In my first-ever "Letter to the Editor," which was prior to the 2020 Presidential election, I stated that I hoped we — the voters — would consider the "what" and not the "who" as to … more

4/24/21