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Internet, cellular lagging in IW
A few months back in this space we heaped praise on Surry County officials for showing Virginia the way on world-class broadband internet service. It’s ... Read more
Obits are longer — and better — than in the old days
There have been huge changes in journalism since I first walked into a newsroom in the mid-1960s — and not just in technology, though those ... Read more
Be heard on IW hospital
Editor, The Smithfield Times: We understand that on Dec. 10 Dr. Norm Oliver, commissioner of the Virginia Department of Health, will be making a decision ... Read more
Too soon for ‘burnout’ days
Editor, The Smithfield Times: My wife and I don’t have children in the Isle of Wight school system, but we have many friends who do ... Read more
Transparency still lacking
Editor, The Smithfield Times: On Sept. 22, I received an email from the Isle of Wight County administrator regarding my letter to the editor in ... Read more
Children’s Fund needs support
Editor, The Smithfield Times: The Kiwanis Club of Smithfield was established to serve the children and students of our local communities. For over 40 years, ... Read more
Thankful for hometown merchants in IW, Surry
This robust week of holiday commerce reminds us again of the importance of shopping at home. Despite the many reasons we hear from consumers for ... Read more
Hams earned their place on Thanksgiving table
A ham for Thanksgiving? Of course, there was. Many hams hung in a farmer’s smokehouse during a typical year in the 1950s. Not just hams, ... Read more
Mental health is silent killer
Usually athletes are hailed for their prowess during competition. However, this past summer U.S. Olympic gymnast Simone Biles and tennis star Naomi Osaka captured the ... Read more
He responds to Thornton
Editor, The Smithfield Times: I feel I must respond to the recent article you published (“Thornton refutes ‘lying’ accusations,” Nov. 17). First I would like ... Read more