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Party switch raises concern

Voters should be concerned about AASD school board candidate Bryant Giselman. While currently running as a Republican, public records show he previously ran for office as a Democrat. Voters deserve to know why. Party affiliation often reflects core values — especially on education. Has Giselman’s stance on curriculum, parental involvement, or school policy genuinely changed, or is this a political move? What Republican principles does he now support, and are there Democratic positions he still holds? School board members shape what our children learn and the values our schools ...

McGinnis, Mignogna candidacies backed

Having served with Stephanie McGinnis and Val Mignogna on the Altoona Area school board, I support their candidacy for re-election. School board members serve as volunteers and oversee one of the most important services offered in our community. Stephanie is a parent, former teacher, small business owner, an active member in her church and in our community. Val is a parent, administrator in the health care industry, and is very active in youth sports programs in our community. While serving on the board, both supported hiring a security officer to be placed in all of our school ...

Routch will deliver as Blair judge

I have known Attorney Mike Routch for over two decades, and that entire time, Mike Routch has delivered for our community. When the Williamsburg Farm Show needed help, Mike was there. When the Historical Society needed help, Mike was there. When my neighbors in Williamsburg have questions or legal concerns, Mike is always there. Blair County is presently short two judges. Cases are backing up. We need to elect a dedicated and hard-working candidate who will put in the work necessary to help the situation. Mike is that person. He will deliver. He always has. We need to elect Mike ...

Beegle would protect township residents

I am writing to express my staunch support for Ron Beegle in the upcoming Allegheny Township elections. His commitment to transparency, open communication, and fairness is exactly what our community needs. Beegle promises to be available to residents every week, listening to our concerns and suggestions with respect and diligence. His goals to end economic and political bias, promote the greater good for all, and protect the rights of township citizens are commendable. We need a leader who advocates for truth and objectivity to ensure our community’s success. Vote for Ron Beegle, ...

Bigelow-Cherry ready for MDJ post

I am writing to strongly support Suzanne Bigelow-Cherry for Magisterial District Judge (MDJ) in Northern Blair County. As a lifelong member of the Tyrone community and an experienced attorney, Suzanne is the most qualified candidate to serve in this important position. Suzanne Bigelow-Cherry is an attorney with years of hands-on legal experience. She shares her community’s values and will ensure that justice is applied fairly and correctly in every case. She will protect the area she lives in and loves. For a fair and firm Northern Blair MDJ, the choice is clear. Vote for Suzanne ...

Global government ruining Earth

The Earth is becoming uninhabitable, we are going to drown because of sea levels rising, uncontrollable fires, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes and earthquakes. Wow, this is the wrath of GOD stuff caused by man. No, this is wrath of God stuff as prophesied in Matthew 24 and there is nothing man can do can stop it. Also to reiterate, the climate alarmist’s narrative has absolutely nothing to do with the climate. It is pure evil and only about global government and total control and you can take that to the bank. John Pierce Cocoa Beach, Florida Formerly of Bellwood