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Editor, It took a few months of education, but I think most people will agree that the flashing left-turn lights help traffic flow. They are basically yield-right-of-way signs overhead instead… Read more »

Editor, House Bill 508 and the loss of funding by local elected officials. Huntersville tax bills going up. County tax bills going up. Cornelius tax rate going down. Davidson providing… Read more »

Editor, I’m writing to address some inaccurate information included in the June 17 Herald Weekly article “Saying Goodbye to Davidson IB.” Much of this information was also previously given to… Read more »

Editor, I am writing to commend the drivers who traverse through the construction zone on Highway 73. I am sure others have had different experiences, but as a resident of… Read more »

by Sam Spencer Imagine if every person in a town about the size of Huntersville, Mooresville, Monroe or Matthews were suddenly out of a job. Imagine if they no longer… Read more »

Editor, After reading about Gorman’s resignation, I was not surprised. I, too, would resign after doing such a below-expectation job. Especially when I can be rewarded with a bonus, full… Read more »

Editor, After reading of the resignation of Paul Herbert as the Cornelius Parks, Arts, Recreation and Culture Department director, I feel a few additional facts need to be addressed. I… Read more »

By Karen Bentley I came to you earlier this year with a column outlining the process used for the county-wide reassessment of properties. Today, the tax assessor’s office is in… Read more »

by N.C. Rep. Ruth Samuelson It is often noted – and rightfully so – that throughout its history North Carolina has been blessed with many great government leaders. These praiseworthy… Read more »

Editor, What could be more democratic than the Davidson town board deciding – on Tuesday, June 14 – to require a public referendum before an ordinance lengthening the mayor’s term… Read more »