Letters to the Editor

At Highlands Insider, we believe in giving our readers a voice. Letters to the editor offer a chance for thoughtful, respectful dialogue on issues that matter to our community. We welcome opinions, praise, concerns, and ideas—with a focus on clarity, civility, and relevance.

Submission Guidelines:

• Length: Letters should be 300 words or fewer.

• Topics: Letters must relate to local issues, current events, or topics of interest to our readership.

• Civility: No profanity, personal attacks, or libelous content will be accepted.

• Frequency: To ensure fairness, writers may submit one letter per month.

• Verification: All letters must include the writer’s full name, city of residence, and a valid phone number or email for verification. Contact info will not be published.

• Edits: We reserve the right to edit for clarity, length, grammar, and legal reasons.

• Publication: Submission does not guarantee publication. Letters are published at the discretion of the editor.

Letters may also be emailed to: editor@highlandsinsider.com
📬 Or mailed to: Highlands Insider, PO Box 659, Cookeville, TN 38501