It does not mean 100% absolutely they have read here. But I'm pretty sure hilarious and Cyrus have read this thread. 98%. (i wont wont explain fully but look at the posting times and the thread title)
Anyway, you may agree the odds are very likely?
I can't say for certain, I'd assume that they've read it by now (due to the age of the thread).
OK. So in your opinion as a moderator, (albeit not empowered here) do you see any problem with these reported posts?
1. zero or low value, pointless or uninteresting posts or threads.
2. off-topic posts.
3. trolling.
8. threats to inflict bodily harm, death threats. (not quite but..)
I don't think that either rule 1 or rule 8 have been breached. Keep in mind that the person is making genuine posts (regardless of whether they're positive/negative); I've also not seen signs of any concrete threats in the examples presented. I would say (without a detailed analysis) that the involved parties (in the thread where I've participated) have gone completely off-topic in a sense where they've been just talking to each other and about each other. As far as trolling is concerned, this should not be concluded without analyzing/reading the whole thread(s) as something may seem like trolling when it is taken out of context.
Also, Carlton has not posted since 1/7. Is he serving a ban? Is there a way to check?
No, he's not and there's no way for normal users to check that.
hilariousandco, or CyrusV. Some reply here please.
It is still not late to PM either one of them (or grue) and ask for input.