Chris McKeaver, Surry County.

“I guess my resolution is the normal one — to lose some weight.”

Houston Myers, Dobson.

“I don’t really have one, except just dealing with whatever comes up. But I hope my wife’s sister (Marilyn Marion) gets better. She had open-heart surgery.”

Dwayne Collins, Mount Airy.

“To quit smoking. I’m going to try to — I don’t know how hard it’s going to be. And I’d like to lose some weight. More pay for the hour would be all right, too, and more jobs in Mount Airy.”

Corey Valentine, Mount Airy.

“I just think being the best person I can be and, I guess, to teach others what I’ve learned throughout my life.”

Bill Stewart, Mount Airy.

“I’ve been giving it some thought. I work out at the gym three days a week. My goal now is to get back to five days a week. I’ve got a couple of rental homes and 48 acres of land to look after — which is one reason I need to stay in shape, to keep those properties up.”

Shirley Hicks, Pinnacle.

“God has really blessed me and my family this year. He deserves all the credit and praise. I guess my resolution would be just to keep on going and live so you are a blessing to others because that is what it is all about.”

Douglas Martin, Mount Airy.

“I have some goals that I’ve already set so for my New Year’s resolution I’m going to be more dedicated to those goals. I’m excited about opening my new business “15 Beans” and we’ve had so much support from individuals and groups we look forward to giving back to the community.”

Patricia Antunez, Dobson.

“My resolution is to keep working so I can get my dad, Perfecto, back here from Mexico. He has been gone five years.

Curtis Kline, Mount Airy

“To grow an inch taller.”

Shawn Bowman, Mount Airy

“To get more tattoos.”

Frank Browne, Mount Airy.

“I’d just like to see the federal government cut spending.”