Opinion

Lane: Winter vs. Summer

Dec 30, 2015

Summer and winter are two seasons that share a lot of the same advantages. However, they differ in many ways as well. Many people claim summer or winter to be their favorite seasons for a variety of reasons. Summer and winter are very similar because they both hold two of the most enjoyably...

Letter: Backyard chickens fall prey to misconceptions

Dec 30, 2015

To the editor: I’ve heard it all. I’ve heard all of the myths and misconceptions regarding backyard chickens that you could possibly think of. I’ll be the first to admit that in some circumstances these opinions about chickens can have some validity. But most of the time they are truly just...

The Old Curmudgeon - 12-31-15

Dec 24, 2015

Before he forgets -- merry Christmas to all! The days continue to lengthen a minute here - a minute there (Hey! It adds up!). The Old Curmudgeon is back from a short hiatus to Tampa. The flight reminded him of a couple of excursions back in 1982 (Those seats did not recline either!). People Express...

Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation CEO: Lots to be grateful for

Dec 24, 2015

It seems impossible we’ve reached the list-making time of year again - wish lists, gift shopping lists, holiday card lists, lists of resolutions for becoming better people in 2016. Certainly, there are several things I’m looking forward to in 2016: Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF),...

All help food shelf serve

Dec 23, 2015

To the editor: 2015 has been a very busy year at the new food shelf serving some of our neighbors.People in Lake City have been very generous in their continued support of the food shelf.Individuals, youth groups, adult organizations, businesses, churches, and grant money enable us the opportunity...

Delila's: Bring your own breath mints

Dec 17, 2015

If this is to be an objective review of Delila’s Cafe and Catering in Zumbro Falls, I should find at least one criticism. Here’s the best I can come up with: Delila’s should offer breath mints, either complimentary or for sale, to customers who order their ZF Burger which usually is served with a...

Rep. Kelly: Tax relief should trump spending of projected surplus

Dec 17, 2015

The arrival of December means different things for different people. Nearly everyone recognizes this time as the beginning of the holiday or Christmas season. But inside the State Capitol, early December marks the time where the first piece or our upcoming session’s roadmap session is unveiled –...

Letter: What you don't get at the mall

Dec 16, 2015

To the editor: Saturday afternoon I decided to finally replace a cookware item that we owned that had long since worn out. We did not know if they even made these anymore.So, I drove down to Ace Hardware Store, parked right in front of the place and before I got both feet in the door a salesperson...

Letter: Lane changes long overdue

Dec 16, 2015

To the editor: Lake City has the opportunity to take on a long overdue project. Changing Highway 61 from four lanes to three should be among the highest priorities for many reasons. One: with the state budget surplus road repair throughout the state is something Republicans and Democrats can...

The Old Curmudgeon - 12-10-15

Dec 10, 2015

This Old Curmudgeon story was first penned and published in a Rochester paper in 1994. It was found worthy of being trotted out again this holiday season. The real beginning of the Christmas “season” was marked by the arrival of a box from one Ida Kohl, Des Moines, Iowa. It came to our mailbox (a...