When most people hear the word “exercise” they cringe at the thought of it. It takes time and energy to keep up a healthy routine. Recently, I met up with two all-stars. Bob Jones, 71 of Big Lake and Norma Mitch...
What a year, just like everything else, Thanksgiving 2020 is going to be a little different. We might not have the chance to see all our loved ones and we might only see others in a wave through a closed window,...
TO THE EDITOR:Last weeks Patriot feature on Rep. Nick Zerwas and his bout with COVID-19 was a fine example of Community journalism and the role their staff plays in ensuring readers are informed to the dangers o...
TO THE EDITOR:Mr. Morgan, you “speculate” about the media reaction when an outsider “turned the tables on the establishment” 2000 years ago. Jesus certainly was regarded with suspicion and fear that he would di...
On August 8, 2020 the Minnesota Department of Education in collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Health released five goals to be implemented into school district reopening plans. These five goals inclu...
Due to increased COVID-19 cases in Big Lake, Sherburne County and across the state, today we are announcing an anticipated shift to Distance Learning 2.0 for all K-5 students beginning December 7, 2020 through a...
The recent weather roller-coaster has found me stomping around the woods in search of rutting White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus).One week I am wearing a short-sleeved shirt and light-weight hiking shoes ...
One of my most cherished life memories occurred within five minutes of becoming a parent.As my heart burst with love, my little one filled the room with shrill cries of protest as the nurse wheeled her to the co...
As I write this, we are already less than 50 days from the start of the next regular legislative session. On January 5, 2021, a new and returning group of 201 legislators from around the state will meet -- likel...
Welp, there goes fall – it was great while it lasted! As the snow resumes and the roads get slick, I hope you and your family remain safe during the winter conditions. Over the last week, my team and I have rema...
