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Writer concerned over “trashy” image
To the editor: I moved to Roxboro over 12 years ago, having been born and raised in Durham, where I also raised my family. As Durham became increasingly dirty and violent, Roxboro looked so clean, … more
Extend tax cut even further
To the editor: I just read the article in the Jan. 29 issue of The Courier-Times about Mark Robinson, Republican candidate for North Carolina Lieutenant Governor. I have a bone to pick with him. … more
Where coal ash cost belongs
To the editor: After much legal wrangling, 2020 kicked off with news that Duke Energy finally had agreed to excavate all of its coal ash basins, including at Mayo and Roxboro Power Stations, and … more
Quarry just isn’t a good idea
To the editor: I have a home in Caswell County on Roxboro Lake, a secondary water source for Roxboro, some 10 miles away from a proposed stone quarry, asphalt plant and concrete plant, a plant … more
Yarborough an asset in legislature
To the editor: Political courage is standing up for those that you took an oath to represent in the face of adversity and tough and controversial decisions. Rep. Larry Yarborough personifies a … more
Another year of great support
To the editor: In Person County we have so many reasons to say thank you, and in fear of missing someone, we want to refrain from listing names, but for every thought, gesture, donation, support, … more
Process offers our best opportunity
To the editor: Our democratic republic faces a serious test. As an unaffiliated voter and former chaplain, my concerns run deep. The August 2019 whistleblower report of improper use of … more
Thankful for life
To the editor: This Thanksgiving we had a perspective check on our gratitude level. It’s easy to take the day to day for granted: phone calls for random questions, texts to say hi, holiday … more
We enter a special season
To the editor: As we enter this season for giving, we find ourselves going to Black Friday specials looking for that perfect gift to give our love ones. Stores stay open all night; stores operate … more
The ash heap of history
To the editor: What? You say the impeachment of President Trump is going nowhere? But the hearings just got started! They’ve got all these fancy witnesses, and the biggest congressional … more
Who has been brainwashed?
To the editor: The ardent detractor of President Donald Trump and all things Republican or conservative is at it again. This frequent letter writer is determined to convince people that the … more
Missing Trump’s successes
To the editor: As I was reading a letter from a recent letter writer, I had to pause and think about other articles he has written. In most of his letters he always brings up something about … more
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