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 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...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
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...
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 ...
The American Bison (Bison bison) is one of those animals that doesn’t seem to get the admiration or respect that other large animals command. Brown Bears, Moose and Elk are adored by the masses. White-tailed Dee...
As the leaves start to change and cooler weather is finally upon us, there is plenty of action happening at City Hall as local government continues to serve the residents of Becker.Open HouseWith construction fi...
The House has done its job. We passed a clean, nonpartisan continuing resolution to keep the government open and working for the American people. Unfortunately, 41 Senate Democrats have chosen to oppose this cle...
