If you have issues with Internet access/service, then make a point to attend — and participate — in a Town Hall event this evening at the Mechanicsville Library.

Hosted by Hanover County’s High Speed Internet Committee and the Hanover Association of Businesses and Chamber of Commerce, the public meeting will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the library at 7461 Sherwood Crossing Place in Mechanicsville. A similar comment session was conducted Monday evening at The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education.

This is your opportunity to express your thoughts, concerns and “wish list” when it comes to the high speed Internet service in your particular community.

Committee members will compile the feedback as they prepare recommendations for the Hanover County Board of Supervisors.

Do you need more information about the committee and its work? If so, visit the county’s website at http://www.co.hanover.va.us.

Rather than remain frustrated (and we have heard some of the Internet issues our residents face), take advantage of the meeting and let our leaders know what is needed for Hanover to be on the high speed track county-wide.

Again, this is your opportunity to be heard. See you there.

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+ And the big day nears. Yes, election day is “just around the corner.” Before we know it, Nov. 8 will be here and we must be diligent and plan to cast our votes. It can’t be said enough (and has been said many times through the years): You have to be a part of the process to make a difference. Take the time to vote. This is a precious privilege and one we should never take for granted.