Opinion

Ice history in Lake City

Feb 21, 2024
Well, due to warm weather we’ve missed our chance to celebrate The History of Ice in Lake City. That history lasted longer and bears more weight than water skiing stories. ln 1880 a Mr. Creco had a contract to furnish 12,000 tons of clear lake ice to a St Louis firm. That doesn’t count the 3,000...

Why save the cottonwood tree?

Feb 14, 2024
I’ve been a “river rat” since my folks bought our home at 219 Park Street in 1942-43. The home was in the family until 1997 when my stepmother died, so I guess that means I have spent most of my life under that old cottonwood in Ohuta Park. I wish I could know all that this tree could tell us...

Poem: The wealthiest man in the world

Feb 14, 2024
It is a beautiful morning, and I am staring at my wife. She moves with a grace that conceals the strength that lies within. She is the keeper of light in a realm too often shadowed by the demons of a haunted past. Her presence is a constant, a steadfast force that remains unyielding against the...

Undocumented immigrants deserve dignity

Feb 14, 2024
We wanted to respond to the letter to the editor sent in last week about Minnesota state lawmakers discussing a sanctuary state bill, called the North Star Act discussed in a Star Tribune article titled “Hennepin County, Minneapolis leaders back Minnesota sanctuary state proposal.” We appreciate...

Condos are welcome, but let’s move and preserve historic architecture

Feb 14, 2024
I was pleased to read that that Lake City Board of Adjustment approved the density increase for the downtown condominium project. I’m in favor of having this project built because it would replace a blighted area with an attractive condominium containing 26 residential units. Having more...

Ohl: Scar Face

Feb 14, 2024
I must admit to having numerous scars on my face due to a nasty relationship between me, the sun, and my dermatologist. But it is nothing compared to Terry Sawchuk who was a hockey goalie in the NHL for 20 years (1949-1969.) He accumulated over 400 stitches in his face including three in his right...

What makes Lake City so special? Optimism

Feb 7, 2024
You may not have noticed but there are stirrings of new life in Lake City. Some of these signs of renewal are subtle but others are hard to miss. The Graphic recently featured articles about two of our established businesses under new ownership. When our beloved Carolyn Wenzel retired, she...

Ohl: The Bargain

Feb 7, 2024
I can’t sit still and watch a football game on tv if I have an emotional interest in one of the teams like the Gophers or the Vikings. Like other fans I am forced to sit helplessly before the tv knowing the team will not hear my cheers or feel my presence. So, I do what I can. As they run, tackle,...

Save history by preserving the former jail next to city hall

Feb 7, 2024
I agree with last week’s letter to the editor by Arthur H. Orth. The idea of putting another exclusive condominium building on prime downtown property is not the best idea for business in our fair city. The property becomes lost to those of us who live here full time and only used and enjoyed by...

Local donations helped Lake Pepin Legacy Alliance reach fundraising gogal

Feb 7, 2024
As Executive Director of the Lake Pepin Legacy Alliance (LPLA), I want to extend our sincere Thank You to the residents in Old Frontenac and Lake City who made donations during November and December of 2023! Your donations helped the LPLA take total advantage of the $50,000 in matching funds very...

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