Opinion
Capitol Comments: Could your voice be silenced?
A constitutional freedom is under attack in Minnesota and your voice may very well be silenced.
Opinion
My Point of View: Empowering our community through civic engagement classes
In my last column, I discussed the importance of civic engagement, and I’m thrilled to announce an exciting ...
Opinion
Ask a Trooper: Ready to buy my first car — where do I start?
Question: I am looking at purchasing my first vehicle but I am worried about scams. Do you have ...
Opinion
Bev Jackson Cotter: Memories of the washing machine
When I was a young mom, every Monday morning started out the same, filling the washing machine with ...
Opinion
Senate Report: Getting back to bipartisanship at the Minnesota Legislature
I am writing to you as I prepare for Thursday’s committee hearing. At this point in the session, ...
Opinion
My Point of View: Republicans are not listening to women about many things
Are you the pilot of your own body?
Opinion
Stage Right: Comedy blends old world with modern one
Shakespeareans, oh Shakespeareans, where art tho Shakespeareans? Even those of you who don’t know much about Shakespeare, this ...
Opinion
Guest column: How the postal service is failing Minnesota
My mom was born in 1932 and grew up outside Bourbon, Indiana, a tiny town in the northern ...
Columnists
Capitol Comments: Purple Star schools make the grade for military families
Recently, I read in the paper that five area veterans received a Quilt of Valor in a ceremony ...
Opinion
Ask a Trooper: Rules to follow when driving in roundabouts
Question: I have noticed that there are more aggressive actions being taken at roundabouts. Drivers are entering the ...
Health Updates
Senior strength: Skilled nursing for continued health
Guest column by Martha Jones Sichko Stroke, physical therapy or medical conditions are reasons why seniors may require ...
Opinion
My Point of View: A call to those attending the county GOP convention
We had a busy and productive caucus evening last month, despite it being the only winter weather we’ve ...
Opinion
Senate Report: Fixing the mistakes of the 2023 legislative session
Last week, we got the February budget forecast, which gives us a good idea of our state’s financial ...
Opinion
Ask a Trooper: Are mobile digital ads allowed?
Question: I have a question in regards to exploring a business idea that has to do with mobile ...
Opinion
My Point of View: Why would Rep. Finstad vote to shut down the USDA?
The Republican-controlled House of Representatives returned from a two-week vacation at the last minute to vote on a ...
