local politics

Support Nichols’ and his team for a bright future

Oct 14, 2020
In just a few days voters will be going to the polls to cast their ballots if they haven’t voted already. It’s an understatement to say this year’s election and news’ cycle has been very contentious and very difficult. So many people are facing health issues, financial issues, domestic issues and...

Kramer running ‘for the greater good of Lake City’

Oct 14, 2020
I’m very excited to be running for Lake City City Council and the chance to represent you and this amazing community. I love being a part of Lake City and want to work to ensure a strong future for our town. As a way to introduce myself to you, let me share a few of my qualifications and priorities...

A fortunate city, indeed

Oct 14, 2020
Lake City could not be more fortunate in having a mayor like Mark Nichols. Mayor Nichols has been instrumental in leading Lake City into the future. Author Alan Lakein describes planning as “Bringing the future into the present so that you can do something about it now.” In order to do that, a...

Put a farmer in the state senate

Oct 14, 2020
There is a little known fact in the race for Minnesota Senate. There are no active farmers in the Minnesota Senate. As a fourth generation family farmer, Ralph Kaehler will bring his life experience and the fresh perspective Minnesotans need to the state legislature. He is endorsed by the...

Nichols will continue to be a strong leader with vision

Oct 14, 2020
Our city of 5000 is blessed to live in spectacular geography year around. The prime location is Ohuta Park and the Marina. Like our predecessors who had the vision for the marina, our community needs to make the investment into Ohuta Park that will be used and appreciated for the next 50-plus...

Nichols doesn’t just lead, he’s involved in the community

Oct 14, 2020
Mayor Mark Nichols has earned my vote for Lake City mayor. Mark works well with the council and staff. Over the past four years Mayor Nichols has initiated and received council approval to require all departments to have annual work plans. The council also assembles an annual work plan. He listens...

Nichols: City has accomplished a lot, but there is much left to do

Oct 14, 2020
Election day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, and fast approaching. I am writing to ask the voters of Lake City to re-elect me to serve as mayor. The accomplishments we have achieved as a city during my term are the result of the talent and contributions of literally hundreds of volunteer citizens, city staff...

Nichols should be re-elected

Oct 14, 2020
I look around town, and I see change and progress. I see things that had never existed, and I see a level of excitement that is like a breath of fresh air. Many of these improvements can be credited to Mayor Mark Nichols’ leadership. As mayor, Mark has brought a level of professionalism to his...

Last call for election letters

Oct 14, 2020
The final opportunity to have a letter to the editor in the Graphic regarding the Nov. 3 general election is the Oct. 22 issue. Letters for that issue must be received no later than 4 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 19. Narrow exceptions may be made at our discretion in the Oct. 29 issue to allow a candidate...

Council, mayor candidates participate in online forum

Oct 7, 2020
Candidates for local and state offices shared their views on issues impacting Lake City during an online candidate forum Oct. 1 organized by the Woman’s Club of Lake City and the Lake City Chamber of Commerce. All five candidates who filed for three city council seats – incumbents Cindy McGrath and...

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