Opinion

Drazkowski: This could be the year for Sunday liquor sales

Jan 18, 2017
Have you ever driven to the liquor store to buy a 12-pack of beer on a Sunday afternoon only to be met with a locked door and a “Closed” sign? The reason for this nonsense is an antiquated 80-year-old state law that prohibits alcohol from being sold in stores on Sundays. If you’ve ever had a...

Letter: Bell ringers raised almost $1,800 in Lake City

Jan 12, 2017
To the editor: Those involved with ringing the bell in Lake City for the Salvation Army wish to say thank you to everyone who supported this year’s local collection efforts.  This season’s donations totaled $1,793.50. While the amount collected represents a significant decrease, the reason was...

Mayor Nichols: Thank you Joel, Mark and Andru

Jan 12, 2017
To the editor: I am writing to thank and recognize our outgoing mayor and city council members for their years of service. For those of you that have worked with past Mayor Joel Beckman I think you will agree that our community has benefited from his state, county and city administrative...

Letter: Community's food shelf support means better lives for clients

Jan 12, 2017
To the editor: As 2016 comes to a close, the 40 volunteers from the Lake City Food Shelf want to thank this community; churches, businesses, organizations and individuals for your ongoing generosity in food and monetary contributions to help us sustain a healthier lifestyle for our clients. These...

Rep. Drazkowki: Tax cuts a top priority

Jan 5, 2017
We are open for business once again at the State Capitol. The 2017 Legislative Session began on Jan. 3, and after all 132 members took their oath of office we elected our House Speaker for the next two years, appointed some non-partisan House staffers to their official capacities, and established...

Letter: Santa Paws gift drive is great success

Jan 4, 2017
To the editor: The Hiawatha Animal Humane Society (HAHS) is pleased to announce that the sixth annual Santa Paws gift drive for local animals awaiting adoption was again a great success due to the many generous families in the area.The 25 animals featured this year have almost all now been adopted...
—Photo by Ben Threinen

Letter: City crew performs magic with lights

Dec 28, 2016
To the editor: Everywhere one looks within our community this time of year there are lights glowing… at Patton Park, the gazebo, water fountain, trees.  The blue light  decorations on light poles.  The lovely multi color lighted tree at the pier turnaround. The lighted stars by the entrances to...

Letter: The future is bright!

Dec 21, 2016
To the editor:     The Christmas and holiday season is a wonderful time to reflect on our past as well as to plan for our future. I am humbled by your support at our recent election and I am excited at our opportunities given the talent imbedded in our community. I am writing to start a...

Letter: Andru: I will miss serving

Dec 21, 2016
To the editor: In keeping with the holiday season, we often times sit back and reflect on our past activities.  Even after two terms as a city council representative, it is not appropriate for me to go out silently.   I feel it is incumbent of me to conduct a final report card of my activism and...

Surplus shows need for tax cuts

Dec 14, 2016
On Dec. 2, budget officials unveiled our state’s latest economic projection. The number, as it has been in the past few forecasts, demonstrated a significant over-collection of the peoples’ money.For the 2016-17 budget cycle that ends this summer, state government has a $678 million surplus. For...

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