Letters to the Editor

The patriotism of NHMS To the Editor: Hello Habersham County, did you know about North Habersham’s Middle School Veterans Program? I am a staff member there, and a retired U.S. Navy Veteran. I attended the program on Nov. 11. I saw behind-the-scenes practice by students and staff members alike.

Relay for Life kickoff

Cancer is a dreaded six-letter word. All of us have a family member or friend who has been diagnosed with a form of this disease. Many people reading this have battled cancer themselves, or they may in the future.      Monday, Nov.

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The importance of your vote To the Editor: When I was a senior at North Habersham High School, I had the privilege to register to vote. I was so excited that, in the fall, I could vote in a presidential election. Since that time, I have exercised my right to vote in every election.

Do you have a question for the candidates?

You’ve probably read that voter turnout for the Nov. 5 special/election was pitiful at best. Approximately 15% of the registered voters participated. We hope you were not one of the 85% that was too busy to vote. However, if you were, you can begin to redeem yourself by voting in the Dec.

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Make sure your doctor and insurance plan work together To the Editor: Did you know that currently if you have to visit the emergency room at your local hospital, even if the hospital is an in-network hospital, the emergency room doctor could be an out of network provider on your plan without your...

We can do better

Of the 26,374 registered voters in Habersham County, only 3,864 participated in the general/special election held Tuesday. That means more than 85% of the registered voters in our community didn’t take the time to vote. They didn’t perform their most basic civic duty.

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Grateful for support of Old Clarkesville Cemetery To the editor: Once again, we extend our abundant gratitude to the community for the support of our recent fundraiser for the Old Clarkesville Cemetery.

Thank a first responder

First responders are there for us when we need them most. Monday, Oct. 28 was National First Responder Day. Congress designated this day to honor these brave men and women in 2017.

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The Saga of my MAGA cap To the Editor: People ask me why I wear a Donald Trump (Make America Great Again) cap. My reply is always that my cap goes nicely with the Donald Trump stickers on my pickup truck. As a proud supporter of President Trump, it seems the least that I could do.

Halloween safety on and off the road

Kids love the magic of Halloween: Trick-or-treating, classroom parties and trips to a neighborhood haunted house. But for moms and dads, often there is a fine line between Halloween fun and safety concerns, especially when it comes to road and pedestrian safety.