Letter to the editor: Vote in local elections [Video]

The decisions made by local elected officials impact our daily lives. So, it is vital that we head to the polls on Nov. 7 and vote for those who prioritize what is best for a growing Amherst County and not a political agenda. Voting matters!

Voting gives you the power to create positive change for our community and determine a better quality of life for us and our family. The more we vote, the more powerful our voices become, and the likelier the issues that are important to us will be heard.

Why vote?

1. Elections impact your everyday life and family. Voting gives us a stake in our community.

2. Every vote counts. Your decision to vote could sway an election from someone who doesn’t have your best interests at heart to someone who does. Don’t sit out this election.

3. Decide where your tax dollars go. Everyone pays taxes, so …