Jun 29, 2016
To the editor: The phrase “Shop Locally” has been echoed many years, and these words have been used, abused, and misused over time. I would like to share two experiences from this past week in which ultimately supports “Shop Locally.” As many of you know as an elected official I attend many...
Jun 29, 2016
To the editor: Last week, in a letter to the editor, we were given “facts” regarding the two-lane versus four-lane controversy in Lake City. The letter instructed us to do two things: Look at the facts; and not let our emotions guide this decision. I will address both.Fact: Highway 61 is a...
Jun 29, 2016
To the editor: There have been numerous letters to the editor regarding the proposed change from four lanes of traffic to three over the past two months. One letter invited those who live south of the four lanes to comment on the issue. We live at the point where two lanes of traffic (one in each...
Jun 29, 2016
To the editor:
At the January joint meeting of the American Legion post and auxiliary, Tom and Linda Lemmerman of Mazeppa were our guest speakers. They planted a seed when they informed us about their successful American Legion flag project they had in Mazeppa the past year called Field of Flags....
Jun 23, 2016
To the editor:
Far Out Ideas (commonly known as thinking outside the box):
• Regarding lane changes downtown. MnDOT has experts that study traffic patterns. This is one time we should listen to the experts
• Capture the eye of the traveler by placing a sign at the corner of Jewell and Park Streets...
Jun 23, 2016
To the editor:
On June 16, Dr. Thomas Witt, Mayo Clinic Health System of Lake City, Zumbrota and Red Wing, sent a letter to patients of the physicians departing Lake City. In that letter he provided information regarding ongoing care at Mayo Clinic Health System Lake City.
In that letter, Dr. Witt...
Jun 23, 2016
To the editor:
I have only lived in Lake City for three years now but I am smart enough to know that changing Hwy. 61 through town to two driving lanes and center turning will not only choke off parking to every business but will probably be an obstacle to any potential person who might want to...
Jun 22, 2016
To the editor: This is regarding the letter that was published a couple of weeks ago. Since the letter was published I have been stopped in the grocery store, gas station and even on my walks that we take every night. People have told me that the letter was very well written and they have the same...
Jun 22, 2016
To the editor: About a month ago, I bought a golf cart for my mother, age 97 who is a resident of Mayo Clinic Health System, Lake City Care Center here in Lake City. I always want to give her some more joy in her life and thought going to garage sales, going down to the lake to feed the ducks and...
Jun 22, 2016
To the editor: Some are asking why Lake City would want to go to three lanes through town in lieu of four. I’ve heard, “Why fix it if it isn’t broken?” I believe it is broken in that our downtown is not safe for pedestrians because vehicles are trying to get through Lake City in a hurry. ...