The central article on the front page of the August 3rd edition is headed "Tom Armstrong believes sex offenders have become the 'lepers of our society.' He believes men like the three he invited into his Marietta home can change. His words can't convince those protesting out front. Wednesday, he faces a zoning board. UNDER SEIGE." Below is a photo of a contemplative Armstrong.
WATCHDOG: Articles like this makes us proud of the Sunday News. Carefully and haltingly, it manages to maintain a large degree of independence and integrity.
We hope such praise does not get the editors in trouble.