Opinion
Locals rally for laws to reduce tobacco use
Mar 14, 2019
A pair of Lake City residents joined nearly 400 youth and public health advocates from across Minnesota on Wednesday, Feb. 27, to rally support at the State Capitol for policies that reduce youth tobacco addiction.
Minnesotans for a Smoke-Free Generation, a coalition of more than 60 organizations...
Letter: Jail deja vu
Mar 6, 2019
To the editor:
It made me smile from ear to ear when I read the article in the Winona Post (2/25/2019) written by Chris Rogers, discussing the building of a new jail in Winona.
The Wabasha County Sheriff was asked to comment on Winona’s jail and the clip that follows is priceless: “Today, the...
Goggin: Weather didn't slow work at the capitol
Mar 6, 2019
Southeast Minnesota was battered pretty hard by snowstorms for much of February. I hope everyone made it through ok. To all the plow drivers, emergency responders, and National Guardsmen who kept our roads safe and clear, I just want to say thank you. It’s a difficult job, but I know we are in...
Letter: Vote Boege
Mar 6, 2019
To the editor:
We are endorsing Mr. Ben Boege for Florence Township Supervisor in the upcoming Township election.
Ben is a native of Florence Township, an engineer by education, with several years experience as a township planning commissioner. He knows the area and it’s people well, and will...
Penny: Make a difference in your own back yard
Mar 6, 2019
When asked what I love about southern Minnesota, one thing that always rises to the top is the drive that people have to help their neighbors. This was especially evident during the recent blizzard. Volunteers helped dig out vehicles, rescue stranded travelers and open their doors to provide...
Letter: Thank you Mayo, Medicare
Feb 28, 2019
To the editor:
Some people who are choosing from among the available ingredients for their medical care sandwich say, “Hold the Mayo,” but I am stepping forward to sing its praises.
Last Friday I had my first MRI at the local clinic, a thorough, 40-minute look at my brain. Friends were unanimous...
Letter: Coop members, don't vote your rights away
Feb 28, 2019
To the editor:
In our February newsletter from Goodhue County Cooperative Electric, they are asking us to vote on an “Alternative Dispute Resolution” over any and all disputes, claims, or controversies whereby we would be signing away our constitutional right to suit, trial by jury, class action,...
Hiawatha Animal Humane Society - Pet of the Week
Feb 26, 2019
These very adorable two year old cats are brother and sister and are hoping for a new forever home. They are quite affectionate and playful and not only enjoy each other’s company, but also that of other pets and humans as well. Diamond, in the foreground is a female tiger tabby and her brother...
Letter: ZF Auxiliary member brought cheer to vets
Feb 26, 2019
To the editor:One of the things that our Veterans’s Auxiliary Post 1802 of Zumbro Falls is to support with our monies, the Veterans Homes in Minnesota.We have Linda Franz, who is a member of our auxiliary, decide to do a project for the Hastings Veterans Home. She is a very talented and hard-...
Mayor: Waltman was a dedicated public servant
Feb 21, 2019
To the editor:
Our community recently lost a dedicated public servant. Council Member Mary Lou Waltman passed away on Jan. 26.
I met Mary Lou eight years ago when she was on the City Council and I was on the Planning Commission. We spent many evenings working together on the City’s...
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