Who is to blame? To the Editor: Having watched all the riots and looting, arson, etc., over the last few days, I’ve come to one conclusion. The mayors and governors of these major American cities and states are to blame. Peaceful protesting is a right we’re given under our ...

Virtual ‘Relay’ Aug. 1 To the Editor: Because of the coronavirus, it will not be possible to have a traditional Relay for Life this year. Sadly, that means our event that was scheduled for June 27 will not take place. We will have a bigger and better Relay in 2021. We are still ...

Band cancels season To the Editor: After much discussion and deep consideration, the Fairmont City Band Board has sadly decided to cancel the 2020 summer band season because of the COVID-19 pandemic. We feel this is what’s best for the health and safety of all our band and audience ...

Heart of the community To the Editor: These shutdowns have put a stranglehold on independent store owners and employees in our town. Open up our town. Let the citizens decide whether they want to patronize a restaurant or get their hair cut. If you don’t feel safe, stay home. Just let the ...

Holding out hope for June 1 To the Editor: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced recently that his stay-at-home order would expire May 18, meaning he will allow more, but not all, businesses to re-open. It’s a step in the right direction, but yet another example of the governor picking ...

Cancer treatment going well To the Editor: I was diagnosed with stage four kidney cancer on Feb. 15, 2019, during a routine health examination. I had no symptoms and the cancer was detected accidentally. I have received medical care and treatment at the Mayo Clinic for the past 15 ...