Bison Not Buffalo
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...
Editorials
Mayor’s Update
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...
We’ve Done Our Job
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...
Our Family is Growing
My last baby is getting married in a couple of weeks and I’m so happy for her. She’s a creative, unique, fun-loving individual who has done things her own way since the day she was born. She can also be hard-hea...
Becker Middle School Off to a Great Start!
Becker Middle School is off to a fantastic start this year, with students and staff embracing the school-wide motto: Be a Good Human. This focus on kindness will guide advisory activities throughout the year, en...
Letters To The Editor
TO THE EDITOR:Dan Schonhardt’s recent letter to the editor was confounding to me. He seems to be willing to moderate the language and attempt to have an open dialogue with those with whom he disagrees. We don’...
Humble Service
Recently, the Becker City Council acknowledged the 50 years of service provided by the Becker Lions Club. This is an outstanding achievement, but the greatest thing about the Lions Club is their humility in serv...
Letters To The Editor
TO THE EDITOR:Charlie Kirk was a husband, a father, and a believer in God. He was a man who stood for faith, family, and order. He lived with conviction, believing he was serving something higher than himself. H...
So Long Charlie
Last week, the House of Representatives considered and passed the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). We were proud to support this legislation, which authorized $892.6 billion for nation...
Off To A Great Start
The 2025-2026 school year is off to a fantastic start at Becker Public Schools. As we finish our third week of school, the excitement and energy in our classrooms, at our facilities, and in the hallways has been...
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