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Each May, SAM gets questions about the symbolism behind the paper poppies distributed by veterans groups around Memorial Day and also around Veterans Day in November. With Memorial Day being observed on Monday, it's time to reflect on the history of the Buddy Poppy, which, as the Veterans Administration says, "survives as a perpetual tribute to those who have given their lives for the nation's freedom."
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Q: What is the cost of all the new construction going on at Tanglewood Pool? How much has the county spent out there and how are they paying for it all?
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Q: We've seen an insect new to this area last year and now this year that we'd like to know if you've heard of. It is black, round and about 1 inch long, looks like a worm, has a pincher on its front that looks like claws, and crawls fast. We've seen it in the house, in the basement and on the carport. Any word on it?
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Q: I would like to know if there is something to kill boring bees. They are eating up one of my buildings. Do we need to call the exterminator or is there something we can buy off the shelf? D.D.
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Q: I would like to know why CBS canceled "CSI: Miami," "A Gifted Man" and "Unforgettable." These were good programs compared to some they have. S.S.
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Q: I called a local gas station to ask about the price of gas. The guy said he could not tell me over the phone because it was prohibited by a federal law. Is that correct?
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Q: I recently put in an application to adopt a puppy from the Forsyth Humane Society on Miller Street.I went there looking for a small dog and found a 3-month-old puppy.I told a staff member I wanted to adopt the puppy, and was told I need to complete an application. I filled one out and was told the review process would be complete within a week.
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Q: This week, we had heavy rains and flooding along Muddy Creek. On Wednesday, I spent some time looking over various sections of the creek. The flow of water is severely restricted by both natural debris such as trees, brush and logs, and manmade items such as tires, appliances and garbage. The storm water cannot run off fast enough because of these restrictions to natural flow. Is anybody aware of this blockage problem?
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Q: Although North Carolina law requires trailers to have a license and working running lights, I have never seen anyone or heard of anyone in this area being ticketed for a violation. Why isn't this enforced?
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Q: There appears to a camera of some sort strapped to a traffic light pole, pointed at the intersection of Fifth and Marshall streets. Any idea what it's for? T.C.
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