LETTERS: The Rogue Valley Times welcomes original letters of 250 words or fewer on local, state and regional issues. Writers are limited to one letter or guest column every 30 days. Submissions on national political issues or international geopolitical issues must show a clear link or relevance to the local community. Submissions that contain personal attacks will not be published. Letters must be signed and include the city of residence and a daytime phone number for verification. Phone numbers will not be published.

LETTERS AND GUEST OPINIONS: Send by email to letters@rv-times.com.

ELECTION LETTERS: Election letters are limited to 150 words. The Times will not publish letters that are indicative of a letter-writing campaign.

GUEST OPINIONS: Guest Opinions of between 550 and 650 words will be considered for publication. Guest Opinions also must be signed by the author and include the city of residence and a daytime phone number for verification.

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES: The Rogue Valley Times reserves the right to withhold letters that address concerns about individual services and products, or letters that infringe on the rights of private citizens. All submissions will be edited for length, grammar, matters of taste or legal reasons. Poetry, form letters, letters from third parties, and letters or Guest Opinions submitted to other publications will not be accepted.