Shoulder shrugging unacceptable
      The citizens of Washington were cheated last night as the monthly City Council meeting was called to order, tourism, Chamber, PDA, and police reports were read and Debbie Danner requested two actions from the Council.
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Wilkes poll workers appreciate thoughtful actions on election day
      TO THE EDITOR: On Super Tuesday I was working on the District 1 poll along with Carolyn Harper, Vivian Evans, and Travis Armour. About 12:30, a lady who had voted earlier in the morning came in with four meals from the Sandwich Shop for the four poll workers.
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Pipeline issue still being fought, help needed
      TO THE EDITOR: We moved to Wilkes County and started our Angus operation in 1998. As tax-payers and private landowners, we are opposed to Elba's proposed natural gas pipeline because [we believe] it provides no benefit to our area. Its sole purpose is to avoid tariffs in order to increase profit...
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Organizers thank all who took part in Revolutionary Days celebration
      to the Editor : We want to acknowledge the many citizens of Washington- Wilkes who participated in the successful Revolutionary Days Celebration this past weekend. We believe all have a better understanding of the Battle of Kettle Creek and the role played by the citizens of Washington and Wilke...
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