Veteran Support
As Members of Congress, it is our duty to ensure that our veterans receive the care and support they have earned.Last week, we sent a letter to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough, unde...
Editorials
10 Tips for Opening Day Walleye Success
1. Fish away from the crowds. Don’t be a follower—be original.2. Try small, shallow, “no-name”, warm lakes—especially this year (drive south?) Don’t forget the river!3. Stick to live bait—small/medium shiner mi...
The Sharp-Tailed Grouse
This spring I have been out capturing images of a couple different species of grouse. In my last column I wrote about the Greater Prairie Chicken, a species of bird that was once widespread and numbered in the ...
A Bump in the Night
Earlier this week, I was in my apartment when I heard a bump on my sliding glass doors that immediately caught my attention — and the attention of my two kitties.Unfortunately, the “bump” was a small bluebird wh...
Gratitude & Appreciation
Becker Public School District is proud to dedicate an entire week to express our gratitude and appreciation for the incredible staff members who are the driving force behind the success of our schools. Staff App...
Letters To The Editor
TO THE EDITOR:Shame on Governor Waltz. Shame on Lt. Flanagan. Shame on the entire State legislation. Shame on our Senators and Representatives. Shame on our spineless media. Embarrassment and disgust with Omar....
It’s Just a Game
I remember many years ago when the Frisbee first became popular, it seemed like everyone was throwing one at a park, the beach or any field that was big enough to run around and catch one.Back then, it was more ...
Serving the People
Serving the people of Minnesota’s Sixth Congressional District will always be my number one priority. Last week, we had the opportunity to meet with a handful of Minnesotans who were visiting Washington, read on...
Letters To The Editor
TO THE EDITOR:The Northstar Extension Study is Out! Yea, the first part of a two part study for which $4 million was budgeted for by the 2023 MN Legislature has been released, and so far has accomplished its goa...
Baseball Mimics Real Life
I’ve always loved baseball. As a player, umpire and coach, the game holds a special place in my heart.As a player, it was a sport that satisfied my quest for a game that a person can easily pursue for decades a...
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