With Independence Day coming up The Telegraph asked: “What makes you proud to be an American?”

 

Maggie Matson

“I’ve never been un-American so I don’t know.”

 

Arien Buchanan

 
“America is beautiful.”

 

Jordan Glennon

 

 		“Nationality really isn’t that big of a deal & just causes problems.”

 

Dillon Casto

“Americans' willingness to help other nations and to be a leader of the world.”

 

Dan Lustick

 		“The overwhelming sense of tolerance.”

 

In this week's issue...

September 11, 2025
Back on top

After harrowing flying accident, local highliner steps back out with renewed mission
 

September 11, 2025
New order

Rule change for Land and Water Conservation Fund raises alarms

September 4, 2025
Armed with knowledge

Local community organizers work to ensure immigrant neighbors know their rights