Opinion & Editorial

Letters to the Editor

The root of the health care problem To the editor: Having been in the medical field for many years, I am aware of the actual costs of health care. For many years, the blame for astronomical costs have been heaped on physicians, hospitals, supply companies, etc.

Don’t forget to vote

It’s time to go vote. You can vote today. The candidates and their positions have been well publicized in public forums, this newspaper, on the radio and other venues. The other issues on the ballot have also been long debated and publicized. Early voting has begun and continues from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Why publish sex offenders?

This will be year nine The Northeast Georgian has published the names, addresses and convictions of all registered sex offenders currently documented as living in Habersham County, per the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office.

Letters to the Editor

Response to Mr. Decker To the editor: I am writing in response to Mr. Clarence Decker’s letter to the editor in the Sept. 27 edition titled, “We must re-elect Trump.” I hope Mr.

Forum to give insight into candidates

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5, and around two weeks remain for voters to become familiar with the candidates behind the names on the ballot. Many candidates running for municipal seats on councils and commissions are unopposed, prompting some elections to be canceled altogether.

Billy Carroll Holcomb Sr.

Billy Carroll Holcomb Sr., 72, of Clayton, passed away Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. Arrangements are incomplete.  An online guest register is available and may be viewed at habershamcrematory.com. Habersham Crematory of Cornelia is in charge of arrangements. 

Letter to the Editor

Think for yourself To the editor: We hear a lot about the importance of loyalty. To a political party, political leader and, of course, to a friend, spouse, faith community.

Take advantage of early voting

Habersham Countians now have the opportunity to turn out at the polls ahead of Election Day Nov. 5. Early voting began Tuesday and continues from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday through Nov.

Letters to the Editor

From the bottom of my heart To the editor: I would like to extend a special letter of gratitude to my family, friends and community for everything you have done for my family since finding out about my cancer diagnosis.

Celebrate 4-H

This week, Oct. 6-12, is National 4-H Week. The nonprofit youth-development organization is America’s largest, 4-h.org states, empowering nearly six million young people across the U.S. with the skills to lead for a lifetime.