YOUR OPINION

After seeing the certification of the vote from last Tuesday, I want to take a moment to thank the voters of Newport for their support and engagement throughout this election. As a first-time candidate at 19, I was honored to receive 184 votes from my neighbors and to come within just 28 votes of winning the Newport City Council race.

This campaign allowed me to meet residents across every part of Newport — at their doors, at community events, and in conversations about the issues that matter most. I learned a great deal about the challenges we face as a community and the pride that people have in our city. I’m grateful for every conversation, every question, and every word of encouragement.