I read two letters to the editor in the Headlight Herald (May 3rd issue) that encouraged voters to support ballot measure 29-161. One writer stated that if passed, this measure would apply…
Category: Letters to the Editor
County Commissioner Race – More to the Story
To the Editor: We are supporting Mary Faith Bell for Tillamook County Commissioner because she is the best person for the job. Her opponent, Graydon Hallock, has an extensive record of both…
Who is being misleading? Measure 29-161 Does NOT Protect Second Amendment
Dear Editor, I take issue with the following points made in a northcoastbbq.com post “Back the Badge is BS” on April 26 by kilchis@protonmail.com From the post: Back the Badge is BS by kilchis@protonmail.com “The Secondary…
Graydon Hallock’s Criminal History
We the undersigned would like Tillamook County voters to be aware of the criminal history of County Commissioner candidate Graydon Hallock. The following is only one of several charges related to harassment…
Tillamook County Ballot Measures
Dear Editor: I was disappointed to find that the Measures on the Tillamook County ballot were not included in the voter’s pamphlet. A helpful employee at the County Clerk’s office told me…
Guided by her heart, desire to help others – Mary Faith Bell for County Commissioner
Dear Editor, I have only known Mary Faith Bell since 2018, but her high moral character immediately impressed me. She has proven herself to be a person of high integrity and of…
Join Us in Re-electing Mary Faith Bell
I am writing to urge voters to join us in voting to reelect our Tillamook County Commissioner Mary Faith Bell. Mary Faith is intelligent, respectful, honest and a gifted problem solver. The…
Support for Veterans Services Levy – Measure 29-163
I’m a Vietnam veteran. Measure 29-163 on the primary election ballot is an opportunity for people to truly thank a veteran for their service. “Thank you for your service” are shallow words,…
Support for Library Levy
In the upcoming election cycle is the continuation of the library levy – Basically a special library tax. This carves out a known amount of money from Tillamook County property tax revenues…
It’s time for a New Deal in Tillamook County
In 1936, the Rural Electrification Act made it possible for thousands of Americans to have electricity. Today, we are facing the same lack of an essential service for Tillamook county. High-speed internet…