"Is everybody happy.” Larry Olsen yelled out that more than once when he played his concertina with his brother Leon, who was also working his magic on the musical instrument well known in polka circles. While Larry hails from the Lake Benton area, his brother resided in New Ulm. But the ...
The Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled biological males have the right to compete in female athletics, a decision Rep. Chris Swedzinski, R-Ghent, said threatens the safety of girls and undermines fair play. House Republicans introduced a pair of bills earlier this year to provide ...
Some years ago, I got the idea of putting together a book of my collected works. A publisher is needed to embark upon such an adventure, and in order to get a publisher you need a literary agent. After a few timid excursions on the stormy Sea of Literacy, I came into contact with Mitch, a ...
Business thriving due to Promise Act To the Editor: I want to thank Scott Unke, the owner of Marina Lodge in Fairmont, for hosting my staff recently to discuss how a law enacted in 2023 is helping his business overcome economic obstacles and not only survive, but to thrive. The meeting was ...
Importance of complying with Title IX To the editor: Dear Area School Boards and Concerned Community Members: I am asking you to take a stand by sending a formal letter urging the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), Minnesota State High school League (MSHSL), and MN Legislators to ...
Help Opera House, other assets To the editor: Upon exiting the post office Oct. 15, a poster on the board in the concourse caught my eye. The Fairmont Opera House needs $4 million dollars by the end of 2025 or will permanently close. On Nov. 8, 2016, the citizens of Fairmont, by a margin ...