Eggplant chicken event was a success
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Many residents of Loomis may not notice the current economic environment of Loomis businesses by just driving down Taylor Road. But our downtown business community has been facing the same downturn as other local, state and national economies. As a concerned and affected business owner, I had searched for ways in which I could work with the Town Council and Chamber of Commerce to help promote and build a more stable and quality business climate. Together with a few other residents and business owners, I offered support of many town council projects. One project in particular promotes new festivals and events; these types of activities encourage consumer interest in our town, which could potentially be a significant economic stimulus. I believe the town provided partial funding for at least three new events, including the first-ever chicken race during the Eggplant Festival. This event was great fun and succeeded in bringing in new festival attendees. In particular, I would like to thank the three council members who helped make it happen. I believe that we have some resolute council members who are truly interested in improving and helping our community. Charlotte Langston Wild Chicken Coffee, Tea & Specialty Drinks
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Chicken Races? Oh, why don't we up the ante and bring on the blood sports? Since money is the God here, a good lamb race or sheep fight might bring in even more money, since $$$$ is what you seem to worship. Don't you have enough intelligence or creative juices to bring in funds legitimately and leave animals out of it? If you did a petting farm or a demonstration/education about raising farm animals, that's one thing civilized people could accept, but to have a chicken race is a full blown disgrace--you may be proud of it, but some of us are embarrassed and saddened by the idiocy of it.
Contrary to your propaganda, such activities do NOT encourage consumer interest in our town, unless you count animal cruelty sadists. Any time animals are exploited for activities that are "unnatural or man-made," there is potential for animal abuse.
How do you think chickens relate to loud (make that ear-plugging) train traffic noise? Do you even know how easy it is for chickens to panic? You were lucky it wasn't a hot day or you would have ended up with some deaths on your hands.
We will NOT be coming next year if there are any animal exploitation events.
Dear JimCather, your message is lost due to YOUR abusive rhetoric. I don't disagree with what you are saying, just how you are saying it. I have a suggestion for you. If you have a problem with things in Loomis, go to the council meetings and state your concerns. It is every American's right and obligation. I can't tell you how many times I have gone to a meeting and when public comments are asked for, there is nothing but deafening silence. The Wild Chicken is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy a few minutes out of a busy day. Loomis needs more busnisses like it. It is possible to both disagree with someone and be respectful.