31+ Days
We are now 31+ days into the Democrat government shutdown. Tomorrow (Nov. 1), more than 400,000 Minnesotans who rely on the SNAP program will not receive their benefits. Air traffic controllers and government em...
Editorials
Letters To The Editor
TO THE EDITOR:America First…jk Billionaires First. Argentina’s president, Javier Milei, a self-proclaimed “great friend” of Donald Trump, took office in 2023 with what he calls a “chainsaw method,” cutting more ...
Pleasant Chores
Last weekend was adventurous as part of my “to-do” list funneled down to Thursday, Friday and Saturday appointments and excursions that made these “chores” (unexpectedly) rather pleasant.Let me explain.Some of m...
School Referendum: What’s at Stake?
As the superintendent for Big Lake Schools, I want to share some perspective on the upcoming referendum. My goal is not to tell you how to vote, but to help you understand what is at stake.Question 1: Operating ...
Becker Public Schools: Ensuring Stability and Excellence for Students
Becker Public Schools continues to take pride in providing exceptional opportunities for students while maintaining responsible financial stewardship. Over the past several years, the district has carefully mana...
Letters To The Editor
TO THE EDITOR:Big Lake School District Referendums: Two ‘No’ votes and the school district won’t lose a dime! Why? When a levy expires, those taxes end. Any extension or increase of a levy is a property tax ...
Black Morphs
Even the most common critters in nature can have aspects, behaviors or characteristics about them that I find amazing, and I am hoping you might also. The Eastern Gray Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) has got to ...
Losing Patience
I remember when I was younger I used to enjoy watching sports on television. I’d sit in front of the TV at night or on weekends and watch an entire game of baseball, football, hockey and occasionally, college ba...
Letters To The Editor
TO THE EDITOR:According to Merriam-Webster, assassination is defined as “murder by sudden or secret attack, often for political reasons.” The murder of Charlie Kirk fits this definition. The killer carved politi...
Understanding the Upcoming Becker Schools Election
On November 4, Becker residents will have the opportunity to vote on a new school board member, with Renee Regel running unopposed for the seat vacated by Troy Berning. In addition, District residents will have ...
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