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June 24, 2026

The voice of Accomack and Northampton counties on Virginia’s Eastern Shore

Support Tax Fairness

Support Tax Fairness

Dear Editor: Living on the Eastern Shore, we often feel isolated and insulated from the politics of Washington, D.C., but the fact is that it affects us, our families, our friends, and our neighbors all day every day. Our families and future generations will be...
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Lunch Letter Prompts Responses

Dear Editor: Since you feel our children don’t deserve food, I’ll make it really simple to understand. A single parent making $9 an hour for 40 hours is $1,440 a month before taxes, so take home is $1,200. Rent $700, $200 lights, $50 water, $200 food= $1,150 leaving...
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Lunch Letter Prompts Responses

Dear Editor: This is in response to the Aug. 30 letter about free school lunches. Well, lady, let me tell you this: we are not in the same times you grew up in, if you have not noticed. Groceries do not cost the same. It is almost cheaper to buy a $29 smart phone from...