by James Ritch | Jun 6, 2021 | Opinion
As the Shore struggles to solve the difficult problem of getting affordable high-speed broadband to 100% of its homes and businesses, we ask, “What is the Accomack-Northampton Electric Cooperative doing to help?” In some Virginia counties, the electric co-ops are...
by James Ritch | Jun 6, 2021 | Opinion
Dear Editor: Did you know Accomack County School year-round employees (not teachers) have more paid time off than state and county workers? I listened to a recent school board meeting where they talked about and voted on just working four days a week this summer. They...
by James Ritch | Jun 6, 2021 | Opinion
Dear Editor: The Salvation Army is motivated by a love for God and a concern for the needs of all humanity. This motivation is expressed in the Salvation Army’s work. Its purposes are to preach, teach, provide, and work. The Salvation Army gladly helps all people in...
by James Ritch | Jun 6, 2021 | Opinion
Dear Editor: Twenty million dollars sounds like a lot of money to most people, and it sure is to me. All things being relative, my friends and I all wish that was our business construction budget. Well, in case some of you haven’t noticed, the Chesapeake Bay...
by James Ritch | Jun 6, 2021 | Opinion
Dear Editor: I want to take a few minutes to thank Sheriff Doughty and his outstanding team of professionals, from dispatch to patrol deputies. They work tirelessly to ensure our county is safe and sound. They are professionals and I want to recognize them for their...
