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Video: Eric Shelburne interviewed on WBRT’s ‘Bradford & Brooks’ radio show

NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIOSTAFF REPORT Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022 — Eric Shelburne, the Democratic candidate for Nelson County Judge Executive, was the guest on WBRT’s “Bradford & Brooks” radio show. Eric discussed aspects of his opponent’s negative campaigning as well as his plans and ideas for the future of Nelson County government. -30- Please […]

November 2nd, 2022 | Posted in Breaking News,Election News,Elections,Nelson Fiscal Court,News,Politics,Politics,Video | Read More »

Nelson Fiscal Court approves ARPA funds for Bloomfield, New Haven projects

By JIM BROOKSNelson County Gazette / WBRT Radio Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 — Ordering its road salt early has paid off for Nelson County government, according to Brad Spalding, the county engineer. The county recently took delivery of 714 tons of road salt, which replenished the county’s supply well before the arrival of winter. But […]

November 2nd, 2022 | Posted in Breaking News,County government,News,Politics | Read More »

Letter: Shelburne blasts Hutchins for spreading ‘lies and misinformation’

To the editor, As I travel around this county meeting the great people who live here, I am always amazed at how connected this community is. Our connections and relationships run deep and there is a lot of value in that. Unfortunately, I have a candidate running against me that couldn’t care less about the […]

October 31st, 2022 | Posted in Breaking News,Election News,Elections,Letters to the Editor,Opinion,Politics | Read More »

Letter: Constitutional Amendment 2 will strip women of their right to medical care

To the editor, I am writing in response to the letter from Amelia Clements from Cox’s Creek. As the treasurer of the Democratic Executive Committee and president of the Democratic Woman’s Club of Nelson County, I feel that it is necessary to clear up the rhetoric regarding the proposed Amendment to the constitution known as […]

October 30th, 2022 | Posted in Election News,Elections,Letters to the Editor,Opinion,Politics | Read More »

Letter: Eric Shelburne not disclosing his ‘true political beliefs’ in his campaign

To the editor, There is no Democrat running for Nelson County 50th District State Representative. The last Democrat to run was Kory Miller in 2020. Miller openly supported abortion and far-left ideals. To Mr. Miller’s credit though, he was honest and upfront about his support for things the majority of Nelson Countians oppose. I recently […]

October 29th, 2022 | Posted in Breaking News,Election News,Elections,Letters to the Editor,News,Opinion,Politics | Read More »

Letter: Businessman backs Shelburne in race for Nelson County judge executive

To the Editor: As a small business owner for the past 32 years and a lifelong resident of Nelson County, I am aware of the challenges and opportunities we have here. I know both candidates for judge executive and believe Eric Shelburne possesses the leadership qualities, temperament and most importantly, the character necessary to serve […]

October 28th, 2022 | Posted in Election News,Elections,Letters to the Editor,Opinion,Politics | Read More »

Harrodsburg man faces attempted murder, kidnapping charges for chase ending here

NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIOSTAFF REPORT Friday, Oct. 28, 2022 — A Harrodsburg man was jailed in the Nelson County Jail Thursday after he tried to murder a woman while he was involved in a police chase. James Allen Goodlett, 26, of Harrodsburg, is facing charges of attempted murder; wanton endangerment; kidnapping; unlawful imprisonment; fleeing […]

October 28th, 2022 | Posted in Breaking News,News,Public Record,Public Safety | Read More »

Video: Judge executive candidates meet in final debate at Nelson Co. Civic Center

NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIOSTAFF REPORT Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022 — Republican Tim Hutchins and Democrat Eric Shelburne faced off in a candidate forum sponsored by WBRT / WOKH and the Nelson County Gazette on Wednesday, Oct. 12th at the Nelson County Civic Center. The hourlong event featured Stan Mullins of Hardin County as the […]

October 27th, 2022 | Posted in Breaking News,County government,Election News,Elections,News,Politics,Politics,Video | Read More »

Shelburne letter: There’s ‘no place for partisan politics’ in local county races

To the editor, It is an honor to seek the office of Nelson County Judge Executive. If elected it will be both an opportunity and a tremendous responsibility to be of service to the people of Nelson County. Together we can work to move Nelson County forward in a positive direction. There has been an […]

October 27th, 2022 | Posted in Breaking News,Election News,Elections,Letters to the Editor,Opinion,Politics | Read More »

Letter: Shelburne ‘invested in the well being’ of Nelson County’s youths

Dear Editor, Nelson County is on the perfect path to flourish by providing opportunities for citizens of all ages, but our government has to be willing to explore those options so we can reap the benefits. We cannot accept the concept of “good enough” or “that is how it has always been done.” That’s why […]

October 26th, 2022 | Posted in Letters to the Editor,Opinion,Politics | Read More »

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