Ever since I was in Congress there was a group of people that wanted some form of universal healthcare. It would include one healthcare provider through the federal government, which they frequently refer to as "Medicare for all." However, there is a huge difference between Medicare which is ...
I often get asked for my advice on how to vote. I'm the first to concede these requests come from a very niche slice of the electorate — that tiny remnant of people who know who I am, value my opinion and share my exasperation with both parties. I am going to answer the question. But first ...
Appreciate the support To the editor: I would like to sincerely thank and commend the Martin County Area Foundation for the timely assistance it recently provided to the Martin County Historical Society. When the air conditioning system and water heater at the Pioneer Museum failed on the same day, replacement became an urgent priority. Proper temperature and humidity control are essential to preserving the museum’s documents and artifacts, and the Foundation responded immediately by approving funding for this critical need. Martin County is fortunate to benefit from the vision of ...
"The makers of our Constitution undertook to secure conditions favorable to the pursuit of happiness. ... They conferred against the Government the right to be let alone -- most comprehensive of rights and the right most valued by civilized men." -- Justice Louis D. Brandeis (1856-1941) The ...
Lake health and pickleball? To the editor: “City leaders” ask your constituents, friends and relatives. 1. What do you think about our lakes? 2. What do you think about pickleball? Two weeks ago, the council approved $2 million of the “Wise” Tax funds for the Lakes. Stop using the acronym “lost” to refer to our hard-earned dollars. As tiny infants, we learned “lost” is not good. May 15, 2026, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources approved a pilot study for Easy Environmental Solutions stock symbol (EZES) for Nano-Void to pump oxygen into our lakes. ...
There's a new delivery system in town. Well ... maybe not in your town. In some places, drones are now allowed to deliver small packages, groceries and takeout. Companies like Wing and Zipline bring people hot meals in under 10 minutes. I had to watch it to believe it. You can see it ...
