Editor’s Note: In 1897, 8-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon wrote a letter to the editor of New York Sun, and the quick response was printed as an unsigned editorial Sept. 21, 1897.

Those of you who’ve followed our newspaper for a while know we’re not likely to back anything that results in increasing governmental scope unless there’s a darn good reason.

It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but that can change quickly if you or someone you love makes one tiny mistake on the crowded highways bustling with holiday travelers.

We hope you read the story in Wednesday’s edition about the clients at the Tribble Center, who pitched in anything they could spare and managed to raise more than $1,000 for the Christmas for Kids program.

The holidays are upon us. Do you have a “wish list?”

The list of ways that Duke Energy contributes positively to our community is not a short one.

Look, we get it. It’s easier than ever to sit in your pajamas at your computer — or even on your phone — and have your entire Christmas shopping list arrive on your doorstep a few days later.

It’s often been said that good things come to those who wait, but the Berkeley Drive pedestrian bridge project is testing the patience of even the most tolerant souls.

A decade ago, Oconee Memorial Hospital partnered with local children’s advocates and the leadership of the School District of Oconee County and Seneca Fire Department to help bring the nationally recognized Safe Kid Upstate program to Oconee County.

At the risk of sounding like a broken record, we hope those of you who are able will give a little extra this holiday season to some children who aren’t as fortunate.