Give me some real news!

[ahayward65]

Just spent an hour reading the Daily Sun. It then dawned on me that this paper could have been written a week ago and put to bed for this New Years edition.
There was not ONE iota of any news of the nation or world!
Now I know many of you will tell me to subscribe to the Orlando Sentinel for real news and that is exactly what I am going to do.
Now my newspaper recycling bin is going to be twice as high.

[jane032657]

For real news about The Villages, read the on line Villages News, always up to date.

[pooh]

Most news in print isn't new news. With 24 hour news television and 24 hour Internet news access, newspapers just don't stand a chance. We are made aware immediately of events throughout the world all day long. Having said all that, I do understand that some would rather read world news, even if things have changed since the paper went to press.

The Daily Sun does provide information about what is going on in the area....more of a local paper than a national one. Remember, there are also other papers around that might provide you with the type of press you like.
Personally, I enjoy the Daily Sun. My computer keeps me aware throughout the day of just what happening locally, in the country and globally.

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU AHAYWARD!

[SouthOfTheBorder]

Just spent an hour reading the Daily Sun. It then dawned on me that this paper could have been written a week ago and put to bed for this New Years edition.
There was not ONE iota of any news of the nation or world!
Now I know many of you will tell me to subscribe to the Orlando Sentinel for real news and that is exactly what I am going to do.
Now my newspaper recycling bin is going to be twice as high.

Today is New years Day….even TDS employees get a holiday break. :shrug:

Don

[graciegirl]

Just spent an hour reading the Daily Sun. It then dawned on me that this paper could have been written a week ago and put to bed for this New Years edition.
There was not ONE iota of any news of the nation or world!
Now I know many of you will tell me to subscribe to the Orlando Sentinel for real news and that is exactly what I am going to do.
Now my newspaper recycling bin is going to be twice as high.


OH STOP. All papers and all news channels recount the years events at this time of year.
Here are the stories printed in The Daily Sun on December 30.


Senate to Take Ethics Course
Minimum Wage to increase
Air Traffic Control denied missing jet's request to rise above storm
Amid Tensions NY mayor gets cold shoulder at NYPD graduation
Black Monday arrives in the NFL with a trio of coaches now looking for work
Passengers aboard Greece ferry recount chaos, no fire alarms, fights for evacuation.

I claim that most people who beef about The Daily Sun do so because of it's conservative political bent.

I like it. I am from Ohio.

[Bogie Shooter]

Just spent an hour reading the Daily Sun. It then dawned on me that this paper could have been written a week ago and put to bed for this New Years edition.
There was not ONE iota of any news of the nation or world!
Now I know many of you will tell me to subscribe to the Orlando Sentinel for real news and that is exactly what I am going to do.
Now my newspaper recycling bin is going to be twice as high.

Why? You are going to continue receiving the Daily Sun even though you post on the Internet that it is worthless?

[Jimturner]

OH STOP. All papers and all news channels recount the years events at this time of year.
Here are the stories printed in The Daily Sun on December 30.


Senate to Take Ethics Course
Minimum Wage to increase
Air Traffic Control denied missing jet's request to rise above storm
Amid Tensions NY mayor gets cold shoulder at NYPD graduation
Black Monday arrives in the NFL with a trio of coaches now looking for work
Passengers aboard Greece ferry recount chaos, no fire alarms, fights for evacuation.

I claim that most people who beef about The Daily Sun do so because of it's conservative political bent.

I like it. I am from Ohio.

What do you mean The Daily Sun: Conservative political bent?
I don't see that.

[Sable99]

Our local paper isnn't even being printed today. At least you are getting a paper!

[2BNTV]

I like the Daily Sun for printing the events around TV.

In addition to TDS, go FOX, CNN, etc.

I personally like the lighthearted stories that are printed in TDS, as opposed to who killed who, who raped who, wars, natural disasters, etc.

[ahayward65]

Why? You are going to continue receiving the Daily Sun even though you post on the Internet that it is worthless?
I did not say it was worthless, I do like all the Village news and updates but it
also could add current news of the world.

[Bogie Shooter]

I did not say it was worthless, I do like all the Village news and updates but it
also could add current news of the world.

Oh.

[Bogie Shooter]

What do you mean The Daily Sun: Conservative political bent?
I don't see that.

The new column now appearing in the Daily Sun. Phyllis Schlafly, lawyer, conservative political analyst and author. I have not seen a liberal column.

[Barefoot]

Now my newspaper recycling bin is going to be twice as high.

Buffalo Ridge Veterinary Clinic accepts newspapers on Mondays, to be given to the Humane Society.

[JRichm369]

We went to a really great party last night, at the Laurel Manor, Food Great, Entertainment The Best, The People Even Better. Got home at about 12:45 AM, and our daily Sun was there waiting for us, I am sure that it was printed very early, and it was delivered very early, I do hope that the people that work there had a chance to bring in the new year, as well. I will catch up on all the news on TV (Television) Today.

Happy New Year

[joldnol]

lol, I went out front at midnight and today's paper was in my drive way. I don't subscribe to the Daily News for real news. It's cheap and it keeps me informed of Villages happenings. I have online subscriptions to the Sentinel and the Fla Times Union (Jax) for real news.

[joldnol]

What do you mean The Daily Sun: Conservative political bent?
I don't see that.

I hope you're being sarcastic

[ladila2]

You are so right! The paper for Jan.1, 2015, was delivered before midnight on 12/31/14!

[graciegirl]

I did not say it was worthless, I do like all the Village news and updates but it
also could add current news of the world.


Have a care for all of the people who don't live here. We DO have a decent newspaper with AP wire and other wires too and we get good and up to date information about what is happening of interest throughout the world today.

I care...because it is my town and my town's newspaper, and I am proud of both. Oh heck, PLEASE read my post listing all of the stories of news current and interesting throughout the world that is normal for the paper to print. This is just New Years Day. All papers go over the years events on New Year's Day..

[Chi-Town]

What do you mean The Daily Sun: Conservative political bent?
I don't see that.
Even Ronnie Milsap would see that.

[manaboutown]

When I am in The Villages I totally enjoy the Daily Sun, especially its wonderfully rational editorials which one rarely sees in the left wing "mainstream" propaganda newspapers.

I look to The Daily Sun for news within the bubble, mostly about what is happening and find it a refreshing and enjoyable read.

For "outside the bubble" news I read the WSJ and check the internet.

[rubicon]

Wow did you notice that the entire first section was devoted totally to the The Villages Health Care System. Can you imagine how much influence and pull one must have to dominate this paper's entire front section

On the very first page to illustrate TV's power to market they featured some homeowner who explained that in 11 years she moved 4 times and always had golf cart access to health care. Now there are legitimate differences on how one would interpret that information but in the final analysis one will be left with two impressions. Its not unusual to buy more than once in TV and it always works out well. The following sections sports, Local, Lifestyle pretty much reported on various activities and social events here. As to its political bent since the majority of the nation's population is center to right I perceive its political flavor to match the population

Back to my opening statement, I understand it and I have no bias either way but it is very difficult not to notice this big white elephant standing in the middle of the room. This once again is only an honest observation, nothing more

[Packer Fan]

I hope you're being sarcastic

I love the Daily Sun, it is much better than my Back home left wing rag- the Milwaukee Journal. I believe it is much like Fox news- when some people see actual Journalism, and not the normal leftist mainstream media junk, they think it is "conservative".the Daily sun is just not leftwing biased... The reality is the Daily sun is great- more positive news, less negative junk, no leftwing bent. I wish I could get it delivered back home, not just when I was in the villages.

Ed

[billethkid]

Wow did you notice that the entire first section was devoted totally to the The Villages Health Care System. Can you imagine how much influence and pull one must have to dominate this paper's entire front section

On the very first page to illustrate TV's power to market they featured some homeowner who explained that in 11 years she moved 4 times and always had golf cart access to health care. Now there are legitimate differences on how one would interpret that information but in the final analysis one will be left with two impressions. Its not unusual to buy more than once in TV and it always works out well. The following sections sports, Local, Lifestyle pretty much reported on various activities and social events here. As to its political bent since the majority of the nation's population is center to right I perceive its political flavor to match the population

Back to my opening statement, I understand it and I have no bias either way but it is very difficult not to notice this big white elephant standing in the middle of the room. This once again is only an honest observation, nothing more

I don't view it as having pull. The owner/developer owned businesses and objectives being promoted by the developer owned (used to be but still in the family yet) paper.

Nothing wrong with that as long as one recognizes the pecking order and priorities. A good example is if you know anybody who has a business in TV that competes with one owned by the developer/the family/rlatives/et al.....just ask them if the coverage factor is a level playing field....NOT....and not so subtle about it.....again not negative just a fact of the environment.....good, bad or indifferent.

To me the Daily Sun is sort of like getting a program to a sporting or entertainment event....not meant to be a negative comment.

[graciegirl]

I think that the argument I have with the OP's statement is that The Sun does give us world news. I listed all of the topics covered in an earlier post on this thread.

All newspaper have a political bent in their editorial section and it is obvious who buys the most advertising now that the newspaper is not owned by the developer anymore. The building and all of the equipment is still owned by the developer. I am sure the owner is solidly in the pocket of the Morse family. Nothing wrong with that.

I think it fair to say, that print journalism is hanging on by a thread in the world today. We can get instant news update on Television, on our computer and on our phone. Just as Pooh so clearly said.

BUT....I like a piece of paper in my lap and a nice cup of coffee to begin the day. AND I love The Daily Sun. The Dally Sun's managing editor was Meta Minton for ten years and she retired a little after the Morse's sold the paper. Now she is the owner of the online news. She is a very good writer and an excellent journalist. She brings us ALL the news, not just the news but pictures, mug shots of the perpetrators. It is such a change that some people feel it is too much. Personally, I like it. We have it all here. And this white haired woman loves it.

[2BNTV]

I think that the argument I have with the OP's statement is that The Sun does give us world news. I listed all of the topics covered in an earlier post on this thread.

All newspaper have a political bent in their editorial section and it is obvious who buys the most advertising now that the newspaper is not owned by the developer anymore. The building and all of the equipment is still owned by the developer. I am sure the owner is solidly in the pocket of the Morse family. Nothing wrong with that.

I think it fair to say, that print journalism is hanging on by a thread in the world today. We can get instant news update on Television, on our computer and on our phone. Just as Pooh so clearly said.

BUT....I like a piece of paper in my lap and a nice cup of coffee to begin the day. AND I love The Daily Sun. The Dally Sun's managing editor was Meta Minton for ten years and she retired a little after the Morse's sold the paper. Now she is the owner of the online news. She is a very good writer and an excellent journalist. She brings us ALL the news, not just the news but pictures, mug shots of the perpetrators. It is such a change that some people feel it is too much. Personally, I like it. We have it all here. And this white haired woman loves it.

I love it too!!!

Delivered to your door for only 18 cents per copy. I find it hard to ever beat that kind of deal. Love to read it first thing in the morning, with breakfast.

[downeaster]

Time to interject "The Daily Sun is what it is". Among other things, its job is to maintain/increase readership. It is fully aware of this and gives the readers what they want, for the most part.
Years ago I stayed subscribed to The Sun as it had a lot of local info, not necessarily news. I depended on news from my subscription to The Orlando Sentinel. I found myself wading through a lot which really was of little interest to me then noticed the Sun was covering more statewide, national and international news. I dropped the Sentinel. The Sun and the internet (and a cup of coffee) satisfy my need for news.
I recognize it is political, a cheerleader for the Developer and a bit sophomoric. But, like I said, it is what it is. It will do until something better comes along and I am not holding my breathe.

[DruannB]

If you think of it as a "news magazine" instead of a traditional newspaper you will appreciate it for what it is. It has a purpose, it knows it's purpose, and it serves a wide audience. The beauty of our country is that we have many venues from which to get our "news" and the more of these we utilize, the better informed we will be, and the happier. As a journalist, I've given up many a holiday to put out a paper. I wish I could have worked for one that went to press early and gave its staff the night off. In a way, that thinking reflects the vibe of TV...relax, take it easy, don't work too hard. Happy New Years everyone! Drink one for me. I have a cold.

[Buffalo Jim]

What would anyone expect for about $1 per week delivered to your door ? The NY Times ?
Even the NY Times can no longer afford to be what it once was . Take note of all of the lay-offs in the Writers and Editing departments the Times just handed out prior to Christmas .
The Daily Sun is a very informative communication outlet for those who live here . Also it`s always nice to learn about the many activities and stories of our fellow Villagers .
So here is a " shout-out " to the staff of the Daily Sun . Thanks !

[kcrazorbackfan]

Blah, blah, blah, blah

[Bogie Shooter]

Blah, blah, blah, blah

For or against?

[NYGUY]

....The Daily Sun does provide information about what is going on in the area....more of a local paper than a national one....

I love that about the Daily Sun, but those are about events, meetings, clubs, etc. not local news!!

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[PaPaLarry]

I just love my Daily Sun!!! Nothing like getting up early(5:00) and finding my paper in the driveway. Sports page 1st, then Lifestyle (sect D) and Hocus Focus puzzle and comics, then to Local News (sect C). By the time I'm done and into at least 2 or 3 cups of coffee, it's time to turn on the National News, and listen while on Talk of The Villages. By then, time to get ready for golf. Can't beat it!!!