Tom Harris Associate Editor Recent social media discussions regarding the Mosquito Fire Protection District (MFPD) have included varying accounts and mischaracterizations of Ms. Blain’s involvement with the district. To maintain community transparency and provide factual clarity, we are publishing her detailed statement below. This account outlines her volunteer contributions to the MFPD, including her work … Continue reading Setting the Record Straight: A Record of Dedicated Volunteer Service and Accountability
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Perspective: Providing a Forum for Informed Votor Choice
Editorial: Providing an Open and Fair Forum for Voters The Sentinel recently published campaign statements from candidates Meredith Blain, Trent Williams, James “Scott” Laing, and William M. Buhnerkempe running for MFPD board positions. Every candidate running for office is entitled to equal access to share their platform with our readers. Beyond candidate-submitted statements, we welcome … Continue reading Perspective: Providing a Forum for Informed Votor Choice
Mosquito Fire Board Race: Candidates Outline Their Vision for the District!
Tom Harris Associate Editor As the upcoming local election approaches, voters in the community have a crucial decision to make regarding the leadership of their emergency services. The Mosquito Fire Protection District (MFPD) Board of Directors has open seats, prompting several dedicated candidates to step forward with their distinct visions for the district's future. Featured … Continue reading Mosquito Fire Board Race: Candidates Outline Their Vision for the District!
MFPD Board of Director’s Election November 3rd 2026
Community News by Tom Harris Tom Harris Associate Editor As residents of the Mosquito Fire Protection District (MFPD) may know, the MFPD board has four open seats in the upcoming November 3 rd election: three open seats for the full (4 year) term, and one seat for the short (2 year) term. After attending some … Continue reading MFPD Board of Director’s Election November 3rd 2026
Unopposed SCPOA Board Incumbents Retain Seats, TMT Continues as Management Firm, and No Dues Increase for 2025 Finalized at December 17 Board Meeting
Tom Harris Associate Editor Community News and Perspective by Tom Harris, Associate Editor All four incumbent members of the SCPOA Board of Directors nominated themselves this year to serve another two-year term. There were no challengers again this year, so an election will not be necessary. The Sentinel agrees with most SCPOA community members that … Continue reading Unopposed SCPOA Board Incumbents Retain Seats, TMT Continues as Management Firm, and No Dues Increase for 2025 Finalized at December 17 Board Meeting
Mosquito Fire Protection District (MFPD) Questions and Facts
Tom Harris Associate Editor Context and Perspective by Tom Harris, Associate EditorThe Sentinel understands that many new residents have joined our community over the past few years, and may not be familiar with our local fire department. Following are a number of questions and facts published by the MFPD. What is the district?The Mosquito Fire … Continue reading Mosquito Fire Protection District (MFPD) Questions and Facts
