How exactly does the assessment process work?

The hoopla surrounding the passage of the 200-plus pages of SB-1 is receding. Despite the radio commercials I hear about “property tax...

Party affiliation and school board races

In the May 14 edition of the News-Banner, it was reported that the Norwell School Board discussed SEA 287, a new law...

Letter to the Editor: Defining DEI and other ‘modern’ terms

RE: “Here’s the Thing: Choosing your Battles” (April 23).  Sometimes I get nostalgic for the good ol’ days. Remember...

Letter to the Editor: Bluffton’s city water just seems a bit ‘off’

RE: “Board discusses reported water issues downtown”, 3/19/25 News-Banner. While I am thankful for the coverage, the headline truncated the geographic area...

Letter to the Editor: How will you know if your friends disagree?

In response to “Here’s The Thing: Honest Differences” (February 26) The divisive nature of modern-day politics has been painful...

The property tax burden continues

It’s hard to believe that it’s been a year since our last editorial gripe on property taxes. If you haven’t checked your...

Letter to the Editor: You made a difference

On behalf of Wells Community Boys & Girls Club, thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of our 8th Annual...

Letter to the Editor: And here’s another thing…

I was gratified to read what was an obvious response to my latest “Here’s the Thing” article (Letters to the Editor, March...

A community of Good Samaritans

I don’t think we say “thank you” enough, so this is my thank you to some very deserving people who came to...

Controlling debt is vital for our nation

Debate and differences were discussed in front of the nation for all to hear, it was called the Presidential election. President Trump...