Each week, we compile our favorite quotes from our reporters’ stories, interviews and elsewhere and publish them here. We call it “Out of Context.”

To delve further into the stories, simply click the links within.

“I read it and said, ‘this is me’.” -Michelle Davis

“This is about how she took a boy who hated writing, who would do whatever he could to avoid it, and lit the spark inside him. He loves writing now and is even taking her creative writing class.” -Sarah Sherman

“My mother told me I should use my gift. This is one way I can do what I love to do — sing.” -Sarah Duggan

“I'm hoping the fresh peaches will be used for school lunches. And that families will visit the garden with their kids and feel free to pick blueberries and peaches to enjoy.” -Riley Spear

“I believe my client owns the the dam. I’m not sure how you can cross it without permission.” -Peter Drum

“I have definitely become a more confident person, and stopped caring as much about what people think of me. I am trying to focus on making myself and the people closest to me happy, because that's what really matters. -Gretchen Elder

“It doesn’t matter which uniform you’re wearing. What matters is that you’re protecting people.” -Troy Cline

“This is a one-time, in-your-face shock.” -Glen Craig

“This kind of public involvement and interest in zoning laws is outstanding. I love when people come forward with ideas and concerns, that is true government for the people by the people.” -Mike Tomko