opinion

In the last several weeks the topic of a so-called "assault weapons" ban has been discussed at every kitchen table, as well as in every office of every elected official...

Welcome to my periodic Senate legislative update. Here you will learn about what is taking place at the Minnesota State Capitol. This week proved to be busy withsome important and...

At the end of January over the past 20 plus years, I have attended the annual Minnesota Newspaper Association Convention. There have been many changes over the years, not only...

It’s been an eventful few weeks at the Legislature. I got sworn in on Jan. 8and work started right away. I’m serving on the Agriculture Policy, Capital Investment, and Judiciary...

Governor Mark Dayton released his budget proposal this week which calls for $37.9 billion in state spending for FY 2014-15. Compared to the $35.2 billion budget in FY 2012-13, this...

Everyone should petition (insist) on a complete overhaul of the existing unfair tax system. Establish a straight predetermined percentage of gross income with no exceptions or loopholes. The government, including...

There is one thing that's a given when Gov. Dayton's budget proposal hits the table; it will include a tax increase. But if Gov.

During these challenging times, Minnesotans worry about how they can finance the basics, let alone the cost of college. Rising tuition threatens to place higher education beyond the reach of...

Our hats off to the person from Chokio who wrote the article about shopping in Morris. We agree with him one hundred percent. We came to the area from a...

Since the Courage Cottage is owned and operated by Stevens Community Medical Center, we share the same mission statement: "Caring is our reason for being." I am writing to tell...

Rural Minnesota is losing its influence, reports a new study by the Center for Rural Policy and Development. Echoing the concerns of U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, who a few...

On behalf of the clients the Salvation Army will be able to serve, I would like to thank the community for their support. We raised $13,855.55 during our Christmas Kettle...

I'm not sure if everything Douglas Harvey Peterson said in his letter is factual (Sun Tribune Jan. 5, 2013) but I do know the story was out that about 50...

Since more and more people are expressing interest in ecofriendly gardening, I thought I'd share some hardy, native Minnesota plants that require minimal care and add texture and color to...