Thank you to local businesses To the Editor: Fairmont class of 1973 recently held its 50th class reunion. It was a great time, filled with a lot of activities. We would like to take this opportunity to thank several local businesses that were so accommodating and helpful in making our ...

Local music production was excellent To the Editor: We attended the recent Fairmont Opera House production of ‘Sound of Music’ twice. Going the second time meant that we might have missed something the first time as there was so much to see and hear. It was such a privilege to be able ...

Minnesota goes too far with legislation To the Editor: Our Minnesota State legislative session has ended and Governor Walz has called it the most productive session since the Minnesota Miracle. My view. I respectfully disagree and I will address only three issues from the last session at ...

Pride in the Fourth of July To the Editor: Two hundred forty-seven years ago, in 1776, after affixing his signature to the Declaration of Independence, John Adams wrote to his wife Abigail, explaining the significance of what he and the founding fathers had done. In his letter, he stated, ...

City of Lakes Garden Club - Garden Party & Plant Swap To the Editor: A Garden Party & Plant Swap is a great way to expand your garden, and it’s free. The purpose of a garden party is to gather with other garden lovers, plant parents, and bring one or many items to trade. ...

Grateful for student volunteers To the Editor: The Heritage Acres Board of Directors wish to thank the twelve (12) high school students that volunteered on May 12. They gave us a jump start on spring work by doing such things as: • Painting picnic tables. • Cleaning the ...