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 REYNOLDS TO OPPOSE HURT

  

 A Martinsville lawyer on Monday received the Democratic Party's nomination to challenge Del. Robert Hurt for the 16th District Seat in the House of Delegates.

  

 Kimble "Jay" Reynolds, Jr., 36, was the only candidate considered for the race during the caucus held by district Democrats at the Henry County Administration Building.

  

 Phil Burnette, Henry County Democratic Party chairman, said eight possible candidates were considered but Reynolds expressed interest and "was a natural." 

  

 This will be his first run for elected office, and Reynolds said the most important issues for the district will be the economy and education. "We need to make sure this region attracts more business and jobs," he said, adding that one way to do that is to take more advantage of existing initiatives that offer incentives to business.

  

 He mentioned one, the Southside Initiative, that aims to develop a technology corridor in the region by using existing infrastructure to compete with areas such as Northern Virginia.

  

 Another issue he wants to focus on is the accessibility and affordability of higher education locally. 

  

 Education at the primary and secondary level will be important too, he said, particularly because of cuts made this year due to a shortfall in the state budget.

  

 "It was unfortunate that we had to have those cuts," he said. "Hopefully, we'll see about rectifying that situation. Naturally, any time you have the opportunity to provide a better education, that's something you should do."

  

 Reynolds has a solo practice in Martinsville, where he grew up and graduated from Laurel Park High School in 1984. 

  

 He attended Virginia Tech, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Business and started graduate work. After transferring to Washington and Lee University, he finished a Master's degree in Education and earned a law degree.

  

 The incumbent, Hurt, a Chatham Republican who is also a lawyer, has served one term in the General Assembly.

  

 Reynolds serves on several boards, including the boards of SunTrust Bank, the United Way and Focus on Youth. 

  

 He is President-elect of the Virginia Tech Alumni Board of Directors and a member of the advisory board for the Reynolds Homestead. 

  

 No local Democrat filed to run against incumbent 14th District Del. Danny Marshall, R-Danville.

  

 Burnette said 15 people were considered for the race but none decided to run for personal reasons, such as job promotions.

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  Thousands of workers lost jobs within the larger regional economy in the past weeks, conforming to a familiar pattern of layoffs as the manufacturing sector suffers at the hands of foreign markets made competitive by federal trade policy. 

  

 The grief in this community is significant, and very much at the expense of the American worker.   

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 The following is a public statement issued by Kimble regarding the closing of the Pillowtex Corporation.

  

 The statement was issued on August 13, 2003.

  

 The filing of Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and the sadness occasioned by the closing of the Pillowtex plant brings the curtain down on a decades long tradition of industry and community partnership. 

  

 We all feel a sense of loss because not just this generation of employees, but several before it prospered from the opportunity to pursue an honest living there. 

  

 I would like to reach out to those impacted to offer them guidance about the options available in seeking unemployment benefits and the like.

  

 As well, I join the voices expressing the need for heightened attention, on the part of federal institutions, to create the framework in which rural economies like ours are able to sustain economic shocks or, even better, are protected from having to endure them at all. 

  

 We are a community and we grieve as one and rejoice as one. 

  

 There are large issues involved here - the loss of health insurance, the potential disruption of families, and the psychological impact, among others.

  

 We all know how important the ability to work and earn a decent wage reflects a positive impact on building self-esteem and nurturing community. 

  

 We are a community that has become way too familiar with loss of jobs. Part of the idea of security in the homeland should be insuring against economic insecurity. 

  

 How can we protect our communities when our kids and neighbors have an uncertain future? 

  

 It's in these moments of need that we must be a bridge over troubled waters.

  

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 From the Martinsville Bulletin, September 23, 2003

  

 REYNOLDS WILL DO A GOOD JOB

  

 I wanted to tell everyone reading this paper to vote for Kimble Reynolds. He is a very nice guy and wants all the correct things. Reynolds will not let you down. Vote Reynolds for the 16th District and you'll be a winner with Reynolds.

  

 Tyler Webb, Martinsville.

  

  

 From the Martinsville Bulletin, October 22, 2003.

  

 K.REYNOLDS IS HUMBLE, LOCAL

  

 I would like to speak for a moment on a person who is dear to my heart. His name is Kimble Reynolds and he is running for delegate for the 16th District. 

  

 I have known this gentleman for many years, since I went to school with him and have been friends with him all these years. He is a very humble man with very good morals, who also is very family oriented. 

  

 You do not see out on the campaign trail that he doesn't have his family there supporting him. 

  

 My point is, Kimble is from this area and has been his whole life. He knows the troubles here, and who better to represent us than someone who knows firsthand what's going on?

  

 He is extremely concerned about the jobs here, he is also concerned about the schools and he is concerned about you, the people. 

  

 He will put you first, I know that for a fact from all my years of knowing him, and he never would forget anyone whom he can help and never asks for anything in return. That's because he has a very big heart.

  

 If you were at Oktoberfest, you saw him standing on the street shaking hands and greeting people. He is not that friendly just because he is running for office. 

  

 Anyone who saw him at Oktoberfest has seen the true Kimble Reynolds just doing what he does best, which is meeting people with that big smile on his face. And he's willing to talk your ear off, whether he knows you or not. 

  

 That's just Kimble Reynolds, very interested and willing to listen. I don't know anyone who is  better suited for the job as the delegate of the 16th district than Mr. Reynolds.

  

 If you want someone who will be your voice, listen to your concerns, knows the laws and will help try to revive our area, then Mr. Reynolds is your man. 

  

 If you want someone who was a no-show at the High Street Forum and the Galilee Forum, and who appears to have little interest in our community, then you want the other man.

  

 So, in closing, I hope you will help our local area by electing Kimble Reynolds 16th District Delegate.

  

 Wendy Maxey, Collinsville.

  

  

 From the Martinsville Bulletin, October 23, 2003.

  

 K. REYNOLDS GOAL ORIENTED

  

 I recommend that you vote for Kimble "Jay" Reynolds for House of Delegates. I have known Jay since he was a student at Laurel Park High School with my two children.

  

 He always worked long and hard to accomplish his goals. 

  

 He set his goals high and early, at a time when most people his age were still struggling with what they wanted to do with their lives. He attended and graduated from Virginia Tech and then attended law school. 

  

 He has been a practicing attorney in Martinsville for several years. As one of his clients, I believe he is honest and straighforward in his dealings with the people he serves. 

  

 He is very personable, well-spoken and presents himself well with people of all walks of life.

  

 I would be proud to be represented by Jay in the House of Delegates.

  

 Plese give him your vote.

  

 Marlene B. Lopez, Axton.

  

  

 From the Martinsville Bulletin, October 23, 2003.

  

 K. REYNOLDS FOR DELEGATE

  

 John and I want to share our excitement and enthusiasm about a bright new star on the political horizon, Kimble Reynolds, Jr. (Jay). 

  

 This extremely bright, congenial young man is running for delegate from the 16th District. 

  

 We desperately need someone in tune with the needs of our community to represent us in Richmond and we feel that Reynolds is more than capable because of his diverse background, experience and education.

  

 Reynolds was born and raised in Martinsville, graduated from Laurel Park High School, earned his bachelor's degree in marketing and master's in education at Virginia Tech, participated in the university's England Study Abroad Program and was elected class president in 1988. 

  

 He received his doctorate in law from Washington and Lee School of Law in 1993.

  

 He is a practicing attorney and has taught business law as an adjunct professor at Patrick Henry Community College. In 1998 he founded a program to promote understanding among people of diverse backgrounds, has served on the boards of SunTrust Bank, United Way, Focus on Youth, and is president-elect of the Virginia Tech  Alumni Board of Directors. He is also a member of the Advisory Council for Virginia Tech's College of Business.

  

 We could go on and on about his qualifications, but would rather tell you that Reynolds recognizes the need for making our region more attractive to new business, creating jobs and continuing to improve educational opportunities. 

  

 He has the ability and capability to make things happen for the betterment of our community.

  

 We urge you not only to vote on election day, but vote for one of the most outstanding candidates we have seen in a long time - Kimble Reynolds, Jr.

  

 John and Nancy Philpott, Martinsville. 

  

  

 From the Martinsville Bulletin, October 24, 2003.

  

 K. REYNOLDS ONE OF US

  

 As a campaign season heats up and election day nears, I'd like to comment on one candidate for office. 

  

 I was very fortunate to have coached this young man in the wonderful game of baseball.

  

 While in high school, he was on a team of great young men. These great young men have been a source of inspiration in my life, and I am very proud of each of them. 

  

 That team was composed of teenagers that have become teachers, coaches, firefighters, church leaders and attorneys. One of those attorneys is one I'd like to mention - Kimble Reynolds.

  

 He was a gamer. He would play his heart out every game. Never once did he complain about the rigors of practice of the game. He knew that in order to improve, he had to practice and work hard. When the game was over, he never had to say "I wish I had played harder." He certainly exemplified the word "intensity." 

  

 Reynolds is the kind of guy who could play on my team any day, and he is the type of delegate I want going to bat for me in Richmond.

  

 Reynolds is fortunate because he is blessed with great parents. The love they have for him is evident in the person he is and in the education he received. 

  

 He is a wonderful young man with true, moral fiber. He's bright and witty. He is professional, yet approachable. He truly cares about his friends, his family, his clients and our area. Certainly he would have our best interests at heart if elected to the House of Delegates.

  

 Reynolds is one of us - born and raised right here in the 16th District. Seven years of college (with three of those in law school) prepared him for the job he seeks. 

  

 Having been an attorney for over a decade also has prepped him for this job. His college days were challenging. His job today is challenging. 

  

 He has always been up to the challenge and I know he will be up to the challenge in representing us in the House of Delegates.

  

 What most impresses me about Reynolds is that after law school he chose to come back home and open shop in Martinsville and Henry County. 

  

 He returned while a great number of his educated peers moved to Richmond, Charlotte, N.C., Raleigh, N.C., Atlanta, Ga. and Northern Virginia where they enjoy more lucrative markets. 

  

 He chose Martinsville over his own financial gain. 

  

 Reynolds feels a sense of devotion to our area. This devotion is sincere.

  

 Charles S. Pierce wrote in his "Collected Papers I" that "To be a moral man is to obey the traditional maxims of your community without hesitation or discussion." 

  

 I truly believe Reynolds will always do what is best for us and vote for the conscious of the 16th District.

  

 Please join me on November 4 and vote for Kimble Reynolds for delegate in the 16th District.

  

 Willie Martin, Dyer's Store.   

  

 CUTTING TO THE CHASE IN VIRGINIA'S INTEREST

 A QUESTION OF QUALITY. OUR QUALITY OF LIFE.

        

             Paid for by Kimble Reynolds, Jr. for Delegate