Jul 6, 2016
July 1 will be Garrison Keillor’s last official time hosting “A Prairie Home Companion,” a public radio broadcast with a history a decade longer than that of Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation’s (SMIF), which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. There’s no denying Keillor’s radio...
Jul 6, 2016
To the editor: In response to letters to the editor regarding Mayo Clinic Health System (MCHS) Lake City, things have changed a lot in medicine since 1998. The former city attorney thinks Mayo wants out of the 30 year agreement. MCHS states they have no plans to end their affiliation with...
Jun 29, 2016
As of July 2, the Old Curmudgeon will have gotten his mail in Lake City for 24 years. That span of time represents, by far, the longest period that he has lingered anywhere on the planet. His previous addresses have included Estherville, Dodge Center, Winona, Mantorville, Rochester, Anoka,...
Jun 29, 2016
July 1 will be Garrison Keillor’s last official time hosting “A Prairie Home Companion,” a public radio broadcast with a history a decade longer than that of Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation’s (SMIF), which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. There’s no denying Keillor’s radio...
Jun 29, 2016
To the editor: After reading all the negative comments regarding the city proposal for three lanes, it was great to read councilman Schreck’s editorial. I would like to commend Greg in spelling out the many advantages to this proposal. I echo his thoughts and feelings on this subject completely.I...
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...