Opinion
Drazkowski: State’s fraud problem is out of control
Jul 30, 2025
Minnesota’s fraud crisis continues to get worse, and Democrats and Gov. Tim Walz are allowing it happen.
Federal prosecutors now estimate that fraud in state programs could exceed $1 billion. It’s not hyperbole; it’s a comment straight from the U.S. Attorney for Minnesota. His office has already...
Close Calls - Part II
Jul 30, 2025
In the winter when transferring the compressed and matted hay from the haystack in the field to the feed lot hay rack, it was necessary to use a stack saw or hay knife. A person would grip its two handles to saw a 12 inch to 18 inch deep cut across the hard packed hay. It was a strenuous job. There...
Tiger Talk: Busy summer, reading night, petition to rename track, legislative update, and more
Jul 30, 2025
It may be summer, but the schools are still busy with specialty camps, Tiger Academy, and special events like Bluff View Reading Nights! High participation in activities like these don’t just happen. Our amazing staff connect with kids and families, create a fun and safe environment, and empower...
Join Rotary in disaster relief efforts
Jul 23, 2025
We know that all of you have seen images of the destruction and read stories about the tragic loss of life in Kerr County, Texas. Kerr County and Kerrville are in Rotary District 5850. This event has impacted countless lives. It has also impacted our Rotary family.
Kerrville is home to two Rotary...
What's it all about? Close calls - Part I
Jul 23, 2025
Generally, kids don’t think about danger as they stumble through their early years. They seem to have that feeling of invincibility and often appear to almost tempt fate. Have you ever looked back on your life and wondered how you survived this long? Most of us have stories about the near misses...
Reflecting on time well spent
Jul 16, 2025
Imagining I would have all the free time in the world when Art and I knew we were closing our store last year, I agreed to participate in this year’s Bittersweet Garden Club’s She Shed Tour and the Gardenaires Garden Club’s Garden Tour. Strangely, not so much free time availed itself. However,...
Firefighters grateful for community support
Jul 16, 2025
This year’s annual Fireman’s Dance proved to be a resounding success, bringing together neighbors, families, and supporters from all over the area for an evening of music, dancing, and community spirit. The event served not only as a celebration of our local fire department but also as an important...
Lions: Fireworks show was well-received thanks to donors
Jul 9, 2025
“Awesome,” “excellent,” and “the best ever” were some of the comments received by the Lake City Lions following the fireworks display last Friday.
On behalf of the Lake City Lions Club, the fireworks committee wants to offer our thanks to the Lake City Police and Fire Departments, the Lake City...
Should we put warning labels on people?
Jul 9, 2025
Warning – Remove occupants from stroller before folding it
Warning on a can of Silly Putty – Do not use as ear plugs
Warning on an iron – Do not iron clothing while on body
Warning on a TV remote control – Not dishwasher safe
Warning on a chain saw - Do not hold the wrong end
Warning on a hair...
700 Flags of Valor raised funds for community, veterans projects
Jul 9, 2025
Lake City American Legion Post 110 Auxiliary
The American Legion Post 110 and the Auxiliary express gratitude to the Lake City community for their support of the Flags of Valor display during Water Ski Days. 700 Flags were placed.
Volunteers assist to unload trailers, attach flags to poles and...
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