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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIOSTAFF REPORT Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022 — Tim Hutchins, the Republican candidate for Nelson County judge-executive, was the guest interviewed by Jim and Margie on WBRT’s “Bradford & Brooks” radio show. Tim was asked to respond to questions about county employee concerns for their job security and other aspects of how […]
To the editor, My choice for Nelson County judge executive is Eric Shelburne. Just spend a little time with him and you’ll agree. He a good, hard-working individual who wants to make Nelson county a shining star. As a retired person, he will devote all his time to the voters of Nelson County. After all, […]
