by James Ritch | Sep 26, 2020 | Opinion
Dear Editor: In his letter of Aug. 28, Mr. John Woolaver makes a valid point with regard to the confusion surrounding absentee voting and voting by mail. Between misleading statements by our president and mailings from groups like the Center for Voter Information,...
by James Ritch | Sep 15, 2020 | Headlines
By Stefanie Jackson – Due to COVID-19, the 2020 U.S. presidential election will be “unprecedented,” and nonpartisan administrators are working to ensure “the voting process moves safely and securely,” Gov. Ralph Northam said during a press briefing Sept. 15. Election...
by James Ritch | Oct 9, 2019 | Opinion
Dear Editor: I’m writing in support of Brandy Custis Childress for Treasurer of Accomack County. I’ve known Brandy for quite some time and trust that she will bring a welcomed change to that office. Brandy’s experience within the banking industry, alone, makes her a...
by James Ritch | Aug 30, 2019 | Headlines
By Connie Morrison — This November election will mark the first time Accomack County voters will select their school board members at the polls, rather than having them appointed by a commission, which in turn, was appointed by the circuit court judge. A forum...
