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Letter from Marion resident voices concern over state legislation

Letter from Marion resident voices concern over state legislation

  • KAY HOUSE

The following letter from Marion resident Kay House was sent to N.C. Reps. Dudley Greene and Jake Johnson and N.C. Sen. Warren Daniel. It is about legislation HB: 437 that she says could affect people who are homeless. Kay House has also shared it with the readers of The McDowell News.

McDowell letter writer: Early voting access is important for democracy

McDowell letter writer: Early voting access is important for democracy

    "This is not about partisanship for me. It is about making sure every eligible voter in McDowell County has a fair opportunity to participate in our democracy."

    Letter writer remembers Old Fort teacher Sue Glovier as 'kind, considerate and respectful'

    Letter writer remembers Old Fort teacher Sue Glovier as 'kind, considerate and respectful'

      "I feel thankful and blessed to have crossed paths with this wonderful lady."

      Letter to the editor: McDowell's noise ordinance not being enforced

      Letter to the editor: McDowell's noise ordinance not being enforced

        Letters to the editor are the opinion of the author.

        Marion letter writer: We are facing 'nightmare' equivalent to early Nazi terrorism

        Marion letter writer: We are facing 'nightmare' equivalent to early Nazi terrorism

          "If you can read the reports from people experiencing the cruelty and evil in their community, and if you can see visual evidence and not feel the pain of others, something is wrong with you."

          Letter to the editor: Marion resident suffering constant loud noise in neighborhood

          Letter to the editor: Marion resident suffering constant loud noise in neighborhood

            Letters to the editor are the opinion of the writer.

            Marion letter writer: Proposal to place Ten Commandments on county property is political move

            Marion letter writer: Proposal to place Ten Commandments on county property is political move

              "The residents of McDowell County were treated to quite a craven political campaign stunt at the Board of Commissioners meeting on Dec. 8."

              McDowell County letter writer: Vote out our current leaders

              McDowell County letter writer: Vote out our current leaders

                "It's time for new, fresh ideas. They have been in control since 1990."

                Marion letter writer: Newspaper coverage details important work in community

                Marion letter writer: Newspaper coverage details important work in community

                  Does Mr. Effler not support a free press? Does he not believe the City Council should work transparently?

                  Letter to the editor: Why can't Marion solve homelessness issues?

                  Letter to the editor: Why can't Marion solve homelessness issues?

                    Letters to the editor are the opinion of the writer.

                    Marion letter writer: Homelessness is not political issue, it is a community issue

                    Marion letter writer: Homelessness is not political issue, it is a community issue

                      "Part of the problem is that too many of us don't recognize that they are our neighbors and some ARE working but not earning enough to put a roof over their heads."

                      Marion letter writer: Could city form committee to work on solutions to homelessness?

                      Marion letter writer: Could city form committee to work on solutions to homelessness?

                        "I know that many residents are frustrated. ... These things can’t be ignored. But neither can we ignore the people themselves."

                        McDowell County resident: Will there be answers about social services concerns?

                        McDowell County resident: Will there be answers about social services concerns?

                          Letters to the editor are the opinion of the author.

                          Marion letter writer: Federal cuts to education will impact McDowell County

                          Marion letter writer: Federal cuts to education will impact McDowell County

                            Letters to the editor are the opinion of the author.

                            McDowell resident: Why is school board focused on politics over school needs?

                            McDowell resident: Why is school board focused on politics over school needs?

                            Letters to the editor are the opinion of the author.

                            Marion letter writer: McDowell school board did not follow policy with prayer before meeting

                            Marion letter writer: McDowell school board did not follow policy with prayer before meeting

                            Letters to the editor are the opinion of the author.

                            Letter: Writer commends McDowell school board for review of replacing moment of silence before meetings

                            Letter: Writer commends McDowell school board for review of replacing moment of silence before meetings

                            "While not yet settled, it seems those involved have taken a closer look at the constitutionality of what was proposed and further due diligence will be undertaken before proceeding."

                            Letter: McDowell Democrats leader says government, schools must remain neutral on religion

                            Letter: McDowell Democrats leader says government, schools must remain neutral on religion

                            "We urge our leaders to respect this constitutional principle and foster an environment that is welcoming for all."

                            Letter: McDowell school board focused on 1 religion, ignoring others?

                            Letter: McDowell school board focused on 1 religion, ignoring others?

                            Letters to the editor are the opinion of the reader.

                            Letter: We are fortunate to have dedicated public servants this election in McDowell County

                            Letter: We are fortunate to have dedicated public servants this election in McDowell County

                            "We are fortunate to have such capable and dedicated public servants working to protect our democracy."

                            Letter: McDowell Democrats committed to fair, transparent election

                            Letter: McDowell Democrats committed to fair, transparent election

                            "I want to assure you that the McDowell County Democratic Party, alongside the bipartisan Board of Elections, is fully committed to running a fair and transparent election."

                            Marion letter writer: Women must organize, mobilize in this election

                            Marion letter writer: Women must organize, mobilize in this election

                            Historically, women lacked basic legal rights, from property ownership to protection against workplace discrimination.

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                            What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                            What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                            Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

                            Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

                            Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

                            Affiliate content. Learn how to tell if your home has a humidity problem and what you can do to fix it. 

                            Basement HVAC: The Common Midwest Home Problem Hiding Below Your Feet

                            Basement HVAC: The Common Midwest Home Problem Hiding Below Your Feet

                            Affiliate content. Learn about the most common problems for basement HVAC equipment and how to fix them. 

                            Farmhouse to Modern Comfort: HVAC Solutions for the Midwest's Oldest Homes

                            Farmhouse to Modern Comfort: HVAC Solutions for the Midwest's Oldest Homes

                            Affiliate content. Learn how modern HVAC systems can be integrated into even the oldest Midwest homes. 

                            Letter: The Republican plan to rig the 2020 election

                            Letter: The Republican plan to rig the 2020 election

                            The American people deserve to have confidence in the fairness and transparency of our elections, and any attempt to subvert the will of the voters must be met with swift and decisive action.

                            Marion resident shares concerns about city rate increases

                            Marion resident shares concerns about city rate increases

                            Marion resident Michael Loftis is concerned about the city of Marion's higher rates but was not able to attend the City Council meeting.

                            Letter to the editor: Stepp, Lytle descendant seeks McDowell relatives

                            Letter to the editor: Stepp, Lytle descendant seeks McDowell relatives

                            Paul Davidson, a descendant of John Stepp and Thomas Lytle, will be in Marion on June 17 hoping to meet Lytle and Stepp relatives in the area.

                            Letter to editor

                            Letter to editor

                            The condition America is in

                            Letter to the Editor

                            Be informed on politics

                            Vote to protect our families and our futures

                            Vote to protect our families and our futures

                            Letter to the editor from Samaritan's Purse

                            Dear Editor,

                            Letter to the editor: GOP needs to listen to the American people

                            Letter to the editor: GOP needs to listen to the American people

                            GOP needs to listen to the American people

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