We can’t afford to be irregular

They call them “voting irregularities,” that’s the politically correct term. The phrase does not sound so bad on the surface, but it could do irreparable damage in our democracy.

Letters to the Editor

Officers meant no harm to child To the editor: To the grandparent who filed the complaint about the Demorest Police for following the regulations of their duty I would like to make a comment. We all have a place and duty to ourselves and society. Please don’t try to make life any harder.

Letters to the Editor

Will we answer with negativity or with love? To the editor: Division and disharmony are rampant, even here in Northeast Georgia. Condescending, sarcastic remarks have become weapons of choice, wielded to belittle those who hold opposing views.

Time for all of us to be vigilant

When the Habersham County School System students and teachers return to school Sept. 8, it will have been six months since they have been in a traditional school environment. Granted, 14% of the student body chose virtual learning, but the great majority chose face-to face instruction.

Letter to the Editor

Truth about CCD To the editor: It has been brought to my attention that a letter to the editor last week exhibited false claims about myself and the newly incorporated group Concerned Citizens of Demorest (CCD).

Run for the right reasons

In the midweek edition of The Northeast Georgian on Wednesday, we profiled seven candidates for the soon-to-be two open spots on the Demorest City Council. That is half the council that will be decided on Nov. 3 in the general election with no runoffs, just the top two voter getters taking office.

America weakens as we drift apart 

Over the last two weeks, our televisions have been full of political speakers, as the Democratic and Republican national conventions have been held, mostly in a virtual format.

Respect our 911 dispatchers

For some bizarre reason, 911 dispatchers across America are not recognized as first responders. “We are deemed as no more than what taxi-cab dispatchers are,” Habersham County 911 Director Lynn Smith said Monday night at the county commission meeting.

Letters to the Editor

The will of the people remains To the editor: Our recall committee would like to thank you for all the calls and support from our Demorest citizens wanting to sign the recall applications for Councilmen Nathan Davis and John Hendrix.

Letters to the Editor

Keep Postal Service strong To the editor: Northeast Georgia is blessed with many state and national parks or forests. They are a tourist attraction and improve the local economies. These amenities make living here more enjoyable.