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Around Town

Letter to the Editor | Veronica Anderson Thigpen a talented and engaged leader

By David Gard | September 18, 2020
As PADC co-president, she has handled complicated, challenging situations with thoughtfulness and depth, says David Gard
Around Town

Letter to the Editor | Hilary Cooper brings demonstrated passion for education

By Courtney Azad | September 18, 2020
Her background as an educator and a leader in education-related activities are why fellow volunteer Courtney Azad supports her candidacy.
Around Town

Letter to the Editor | Schools need Cory Smegal for a second term

By Katie Anderson | September 18, 2020
Smegal is thoughtful, collaborative, clear thinking and dedicated to serving the community, says Katie Anderson
Around Town

Letter to the Editor | Conna McCarthy’s track record, background right for City Council

By Robin Wu | September 18, 2020
She is caring, hardworking and tenacious, and will cut to the chase, says Robin Wu who has worked with her on many committees, commissions.
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Letter to the Editor | As a collaborative leader, Cooper unites stakeholders

By Elene Manolis | September 18, 2020
Elene Manolis says the School Board needs Hilary Cooper who has demonstrated ability to work with different viewpoints.
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Letter to the Editor | Smegal is model public servant

By Mary Alice McNeil | September 15, 2020
Mary Alice McNeil says incumbent Cory Smegal is a strong advocate for students and excellence in public education.
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Letter to the Editor | Challenging times call for a leader like Hilary Cooper

By Shanti Brien | September 15, 2020
Energy, leadership, and a thoughtful, inclusive style will make Cooper an asset on the school board, says Shanti Brien
Elections

Letter to the Editor | Re-Elect Jen Cavenaugh to serve Piedmont

By Rick Raushenbush | September 15, 2020
Piedmont needs Cavenaugh's energy and business acumen for another four years, says Rick Raushenbush.
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Letter to the Editor | Smegal has deep knowledge, understanding of schools

By Andrea Swenson | September 15, 2020
Reasoned, calm and experienced in the face of the complexities that come with public education, Cory Smegal is an asset to the school board, says Andrea Swenson.
Around Town

Uncovering Dearing: How Piedmont’s first Black homeowner was run out of town, and the lingering effects on the city’s history

By Marta Symkowick | Exedra Intern | September 15, 2020
Part I of an Exedra series exploring Piedmont's past.
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