local politics
DeVinny: Lake City has persevered
Oct 21, 2020
As my first term on city council comes to a close, I reflect on all that has been accomplished and am energized by the work that lies ahead in this community. I won’t list off all the areas I believe this city is making progress on, as I will exceed the word limit. I would like to highlight...
Jack Rol - Lake City School Board Candidate Q&A
Oct 14, 2020
Why are you running for a seat on the Lake City School Board?
I truly appreciate the possibility of continuing to serve as a member of the Lake City School Board. We have a special district that does so much for the youth of this community, and I’d be honored to continue to be a part of it.
What...
Kevin Pavelka - Lake City School Board Candidate Q&A
Oct 14, 2020
Why are you running for a seat on the Lake City School Board?
I am running for this seat because I believe it is important to be involved in our community and I believe I am qualified to make decisions that have the best interests of our students in mind.
What skills or characteristics make you a...
Michelle Larson - Lake City School Board Candidate Q&A
Oct 14, 2020
Why are you running for a seat on the Lake City School Board?
Lake City is home. It’s where I was raised, where my husband was raised, and where my husband, Nate, and I now choose to raise our 3 boys because being in a community with a strong, safe school district with caring teachers and support...
Heath Oeltjen - Lake City School Board Candidate Q&A
Oct 14, 2020
Why are you running for a seat on the Lake City School Board?
I feel it is important to provide our children with an education that prepares them for the jobs of the future. I have experience of serving on and leading the school board, and feel that I can contribute to providing that education to...
Different roads to a common goal
Oct 14, 2020
There is no doubt in my mind that all the candidates for mayor and city council are honest, dedicated, and committed to a bright and prosperous future for Lake City. That having been said, however, it is a certainty that our various candidates represent significantly different approaches to achieve...
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...
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