The Newport Plain Talk will allow citizens to endorse their favorite candidates during the 2010 elections.

This new concept will allow supporters to express their views and support their candidates of choice. Letters to be published in the Plain Talk may be up to 150 words for a cost of $35. There will be a 50-cent charge for each word over 150. Letters to the editor endorsing candidates will not be accepted.

In addition, letters with photo of the candidate can be published for $40. Fees must be paid in advance and all endorsements must be approved, not libelous and meet guidelines for acceptability.

All endorsements must be signed so that senders can be verified. Phone numbers will not be published.

Endorsements may be brought to the Plain Talk office at 145 E. Broadway in Newport. No emails will be accepted.

For more information, call Betty McMillan at 423-623-6171.