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End of era for Beacon carriers

In regards to the Beacon moving to a digital and USPS delivery:

I'm really sad that we are taking this job away from our youth. My son has been delivering the Beacon for the last two and a half years, and I feel that this has been an amazing opportunity for him. As he delivered his papers this week, many of our neighbors were disappointed that he won't be delivering it anymore.

He has learned so much from this job: communicating with neighbors, money management, consistency, and grit. I understand that you have had financial issues as a result of COVID.

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