by James Ritch | Oct 21, 2019 | Opinion
Dear Editor: With the November election fast approaching, I just wanted to take an opportunity to say how fortunate we are to finally be able to vote for Connie Burford for the Accomack County School Board. I don’t think there should be a doubt in anyone’s mind how...
by James Ritch | Oct 21, 2019 | Opinion
Dear Editor: I am an employee of Accomack County. All departments in the county from the airport, to food service, to parks and recreation have a working relationship with James Lilliston daily in the treasurer’s office. He is a humble Christian man of the highest...
by James Ritch | Oct 21, 2019 | Opinion
Dear Editor: I am pleased to offer this recommendation and my support for Brandy Childress and her quest to become the next Accomack County Treasurer. Brandy is an extraordinary woman who possesses intelligence, sensitivity, and leadership skills that well position...
by James Ritch | Oct 21, 2019 | Opinion
Dear Editor: At the candidates’ forum on Tuesday, Oct. 8, two candidates for the board of supervisors made statements that need to be addressed. Mr. Harrison Phillips (incumbent, District 4) expressed concern about the loss of agricultural land if we permit...
by James Ritch | Oct 10, 2019 | Features
Story and Photos by Connie Morrison Candidates in contested Accomack County races fielded questions for almost two hours Tuesday night at a forum sponsored by Citizens for a Better Eastern Shore (CBES). Three groups of candidates participated: those running for the...