By Eric Lee Harmony, MN We have now had a chance to see where this new administration sets its priorities. We have seen proposed cuts to the arts, to public broadcasting, and even to agricultural programs. Shouldn’t our values be reflected in our policy? And where is kindness? Where is compassion? Are these not American values? I find myself asking myself this, day in and … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2017
Whalan Council discusses Safety and Loss training
As part of the agenda at the regularly scheduled monthly city council meeting held on March 13, 2017, the Whalan council discussed the possibility of attending Safety and Loss Control training sponsored by the League of Minnesota Cities to be held in Rochester, Minn., on April 12, 2017. Present at the meeting were mayor of Whalan, Minn., Marlys Tuftin, Council members … [Read more...]
Rushford Village locates revised flood map
At the Tuesday, March 21 Rushford Village Council meeting, Zoning Administrator Jon Pettit notified the council that a revised version of proposed flood mapping has been found. The maps, a work in progress for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), are nearly to the deadline for comment and correction, not including any appeal processes. “It’s kind of a big deal,” … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: The world’s most powerful gesture
By Kiera Olson Don’t worry, be happy! We’ve all heard this phrase before, but as many of you know it is much easier said than done. However, what many people don’t know is the truth and importance behind this famous motto. Smiling has a powerful effect on our brain and lives. In fact, it has been called “the world’s most powerful gesture.” Not only can smiling can help us … [Read more...]
A little of this, A little of that
Bring on the bunny. Be it dark, milk or white chocolate I will bite its ears off! And I am not alone. Eighty-nine percent of us nibble the bunny’s ears first. I have no idea what the other 11% eat first! I bring you this bit of trivia because I researched Easter Candy on the internet. Did you know that in the 1800s the Europeans perfected the chocolate mold and created … [Read more...]
Semcac Senior Dining to open at B&B Olympic Bowl
Semcac Senior Dining will be moving in Preston! Meals for seniors will now be available at B & B Olympic Bowl. Beginning on Monday, April 3, meals will be served to senior citizens on Monday thru Friday each week. Meals will be served at 11 a.m. Anyone 60 years of age, or the spouse of someone age 60, is invited to attend. Meal coupons are available at the F&M … [Read more...]
Government this week
Monday, March 27 • Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. •City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 28 • Fillmore County Commissioners, Courthouse, 9 a.m. • Fillmore Central School Board, High School Media Center, 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 3 • City of Houston Planning … [Read more...]
In response to recent protests
By Greg Davids Preston, MN In response to recent protests that shut down Interstate 94 and the Minneapolis Airport, legislation has been sponsored that would increase penalties against those who break the law while attempting to exercise their 1st Amendment rights, and I strongly support it. In no way do I want to limit free speech or curb the ability of residents to … [Read more...]
Asking our State Representative to reply in newspaper
By Nancy Bratrud Preston, MN Our MN State House Representative has occasionally asked the local newspaper to print a questionnaire for his constituents to consider and then reply to him about their views on issues he raises. Now I will ask our Representative to reply in the newspaper to an issue many constituents raise regarding medical insurance. 1. Why did you author … [Read more...]
Letter about a call to duty…
Letter about a call to duty... To the Editor, My Fellow Vietnam Veterans, yesterday Republican Senator John McCain, one of my heroes, came out and said “Congress no longer has the credibility to independently tackle a probe of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election and President Trump and his associates’ ties to Moscow.” Regardless of your political … [Read more...]