Civic Sound-Off

08/21/2026

After a lot of conversations between the two of us, Tina and I have decided it’s time for Civic Sound-Off to hang up the microphone. 🎙️

This isn’t because anything happened or because we’ve lost our passion for our community. Life is simply taking both of us in different directions. Tina is busy building her business and pursuing things that are important to her, and I have some personal goals and things I’ve wanted to accomplish for a long time that deserve my attention now, too.

When we started Civic Sound-Off, we really didn’t know where it would go. We just knew we wanted to give people a place to have real conversations, ask real questions, and hopefully help people become a little more informed about what was happening in our community and beyond.

Along the way, we have been blessed to meet some truly amazing people, and several of those people we now get to call friends. That alone made this little adventure worth it.

Were we taken seriously by everyone? Absolutely not. And that’s okay. But nearly half a million views tells us something. People ARE paying attention. People ARE hungry for information, truth, education, and conversations that go a little deeper than a Facebook post or a campaign talking point.

To every single person who took the time to sit down across from us, answer our questions, share your story, explain your position, laugh with us, teach us something, or simply have a real conversation - thank you. You gave our viewers an opportunity to see the person behind the title, business, organization, or name on the ballot. We will always appreciate that.

And to those who never really saw the value in what we were trying to do, maybe someday you will. We were never professional journalists, and we never pretended to be. We were two women from Western North Carolina with microphones, questions, and a genuine desire to help people become more informed.

I will leave this part here because I still believe it strongly: if you are asking people to trust you with their vote, you should be willing to sit down with the people you want to represent. No script. No carefully prepared talking points. No questions handed to you ahead of time. Just a real conversation. Voters deserve that.

Thank you to everyone who watched, shared, commented, encouraged us, challenged us and supported Civic Sound-Off. We have truly enjoyed our time here with you.

For now, the microphones are going quiet. ❤️

But I have a feeling neither one of us is finished making a little noise in our own way.

With gratitude and sincere hearts,
Christy & Tina
Civic Sound-Off 🎙️

08/05/2026

Don’t miss this opportunity!
Get your tickets and plan on an amazing weekend!
NC Faith and Freedom Coalition works hard to bring this statewide convention to Marion every year.

NC Faith & Freedom's 9th Annual Salt & Light Conference is returning to Nebo Crossing Church in Marion, NC, Friday, September 25th, through Sunday, September 27th. Tickets are now available.

07/21/2026

QUESTION FOR YOU: If you had 2 minutes…

07/15/2026

NEW CIVIC SOUND-OFF SERIES: North Carolina Election Rules Under Review

How are election rules created? Who has the authority to change them? And what could proposed revisions mean for voters here in McDowell County?

We are breaking down the proposed Administrative Code revisions two at a time so voters can understand the process and the potential impact.

In Part 1, we look at proposed changes involving voter identification standards and absentee ballot procedures.

We will continue following this process and have requested an interview with Auditor Dave Boliek to help answer questions about what happens next.

Stay informed. Stay engaged. Stay involved.

Find out what's up for revisions: click the link below.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/0B_FB7gAGDuu7d3AzMTM0OTFUazlPUndROTZjTXkzdzhnUGdN/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=111747025654139326070&resourcekey=0-iSdj6nnbUZ_x0xONHd2lCw&rtpof=true&sd=true

07/13/2026

07/13/2026

🇺🇸 Election integrity shouldn’t be a Republican issue or a Democrat issue… it should be an American issue.

What do y’all think? Should voter rolls be regularly cleaned up and verified, or is this being blown out of proportion?

I’d love to hear your thoughts. Keep it respectful. 👇

07/10/2026

Some people make history.

Others live it.

Today, we want to recognize Clarence Henderson, a true American living legend.

At just 19 years old, he participated in the historic Greensboro sit-ins, helping challenge segregation at a Woolworth lunch counter in North Carolina. His courage became part of a movement that helped change our nation.

What stands out most about Mr. Henderson isn’t just what he did decades ago. It’s that he continues to share his story, encourage younger generations, and remind us that ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference when they have the courage to stand for what is right.

No matter your political beliefs, some individuals deserve our respect simply because of the impact they have had on our country and the example they continue to set.

In our eyes, Clarence Henderson is one of those people.

A true American.

A living legend.

And a hero.

Thank you, Mr. Henderson, for your courage, your perseverance, and your commitment to helping America live up to its highest ideals.

Civic Sound-Off is working on a chat with Mr. Henderson soon. What questions do you have for him?

**Fun fact: the original Woolworth counter is now displayed at the Smithsonian in Washington, DC.