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Let’s have a vote To the Editor: Since there was limited financial information at the Nov. 2nd open house for the Fairmont Community Center, I attended the joint work session for the proposed community center on Nov. 9. Thank you Sentinel for your very thorough coverage of such an important matter. At the meeting, the public had an agenda and colorful drawings of the 3 proposed facilities and photos of the existing hockey arena. The people that were at the table, as listed in the article, had additional information, such as the YMCA’s breakout of salaries and memberships, ...

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Look at long-range picture To the Editor: A quote I just came across that relates to national politics, but just as well to local issues that Fairmont is currently struggling with. “I wish people when responding to a comment, would really consider whether their comments actually add value — there are far too many reactive, bitter, slanderous comments that do nothing to create an actual dialogue, and often they are coupled with mean-spirited comments about the person(s) they disagree with. We can do better.” Ginn. We as a community will long bear the fruits of decisions to be ...

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A young family’s perspective To the Editor: I was born in the area, graduated from MLHS, left to get my four-year degree, and returned here to work and raise my family. With all this talk of recruiting young people to move back here, my husband and I with our 3-year-old are the definition of what you’re looking for. The key is, not only do you need to attract young families, you need to retain them. Between college and moving back here, I spent 3 years living in Luverne and a short time working in Madelia. I had a wonderful small town experience in both. Madelia was wrapping up ...

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Town’s future and development of YMCA community center To the Editor: My name is Megan Hawkins and I am writing regarding the ongoing discussion about our town’s future and the development of the YMCA community center. I was born in Fairmont, and my permanent home has remained here for over 22 years. I have had the privilege of growing up in such a healthy community. My happiest memories include growing up next to a park, attending William Budd school, representing my town in State competitions, and connecting with my community through fun events. However, now 22 years old, I am ...

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Thoughts after the elections To the Editor: I assume most of you feel the same way I do about the elections. I am so glad they are over. Everything didn’t turn out the way I wanted but we must move on. Now the community needs to come together and heal wounds suffered by all those who worked so hard for their favorite issues. I was saddened by the attacks from both sides of the issues. To see this in our local community seemed so out of place, it is expected in the state and federal elections. I say, “Can’t we disagree without being disagreeable?” The issue of the Fairmont Area ...

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Chamber names new president Congratulations to Kandi Menne for being named the Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce’s new President. Menne has worked at the chamber for over seven years. She knows the ins and outs of what the chamber does and will serve us well. ‘4 Under 40’ honorees named Also congratulations to this year’s 4 under 40 recipients. Acknowledging our young leaders is a great way to say thank you and encourage other young adults to step up and into a leadership role. Officials elected in Martin County Many new and returning leaders were voted in this past week ...