Opinion
Letter: Why the Republican endorsement process matters
Jul 8, 2026
As Republicans prepare for the Aug. 11 primary election, voters should take time to look beyond campaign slogans and carefully examine each candidate’s record, values, and commitment to conservative principles.
The Republican endorsement process exists for a reason. It gives grassroots activists,...
Letter: Flags of Valor Committee members grateful for support for 10th annual display
Jul 8, 2026
The Flags of Valor committee of the American Legion Post 110 and its auxiliary wishes to thank everyone who supported the event in its tenth year.
Over $8,000 was donated to create the patriotic display. Thanks to all who donated in honor or memory of a loved one.
Thanks to Johnny, Lyle, Bill,...
Keep those used cars on the road
Jul 8, 2026
The Water Ski Days Car Show was on June 28 and since it is held next to the football field/track, just a block away, I brought the 1950 Ford.
I was given a ride home to get on the Goldwing trike (acting as a wheelchair) so I could return and get around to see the 181 vehicles on display. It is...
Letter: Stark contrast between church hymn and federal immigration rhetoric
Jul 1, 2026
On June 28, Sunday mass at St. Mary’s Church started with the wonderful hymn, “All Are Welcome (In This Place).”
The hymn’s inclusive message that all can safely live—the ending of divisions and where peace and justice meet—is uplifting in and of itself. The hymn and its positive message is in...
What's it All About? Rest in peace your way
Jul 1, 2026
Fredrick Baur was a chemist for Proctor and Gamble specializing in research and development for new methods of food storage. In 1966 he designed the tube-shaped Pringles container. It insured every Pringle chip was the same by stacking them in a nice little tube preventing them from being crushed...
What's is all about? My recliner and I go way back
Jun 24, 2026
Since my unfortunate motorcycle incident involving the “hanging foot” I have been grounded by the orthopedist. He put it this way, “You can use your left foot, you can use your left arm, you can use your broken right arm (in a sling) just a little, but your right foot – Verboten!” So, we now have...
Letter: Tell commissioners to support farmers rather than developers
Jun 17, 2026
On Monday, June 22, at 7 p.m. Wabasha County Planning Commission will hear public input for a zoning proposal that would change density and strip protection from ag land.
Please attend the meeting and contact your county commissioners.
Tell Wabasha County to support our farmers rather than...
What's it all about: Breaking into summer the hard way
Jun 17, 2026
I was enjoying the brief ride to the bus garage on my Gold Wing bike. Van #34 would be there waiting to travel our regular route bringing six kiddos home from school. However, the pleasure of biking quickly ended when I turned to the right off the paved street onto the familiar, graveled bus...
Furniture exchange announced, space sought
Jun 17, 2026
The organizing committee for the Lake City Furniture Exchange has confirmed its plan to conduct the fourth annual event this year, contingent on securing an appropriate space. This year the Lake City Furniture Exchange is targeting Saturday, Sept. 12, and Saturday, Sept. 19, for this “pop-up”...
Community helped make after the graduation party fun and memorable
Jun 17, 2026
The After Graduation Party Committee would like to extend a thank you to everyone that donated to this special event, including local businesses and community members.
Your monetary donations, gift cards, gift items, food, etc. were all greatly appreciated. All of these donations helped make the...
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