local politics
Mark Nichols - Lake City Mayor Candidate Q&A
Sep 30, 2020
Why are you running for mayor or city council?
I am running for re-election for the position of mayor to continue improving the vibrancy of our community. Vibrancy to some is economic strength, and to others it is public safety, strong schools, city operations, community wellness, or being good...
City election DELUGE
Sep 30, 2020
People waiting to hear more about the candidates for mayor and city council before they cast their ballot might find what they’re looking for in this issue or at tonight’s (Oct. 1) online candidate forum, or both.
Both mayor candidates and all five people who filed for three available city council...
Megan Kramer - Lake City City Council Candidate Q&A
Sep 30, 2020
Why are you running for mayor or city council?
I love Lake City and want to help ensure a strong future for the community and do my part to represent the interests of my fellow citizens. I am passionate about making Lake City a vibrant and thriving community while still keeping its small town...
Katie Novak - Lake City City Council Candidate Q&A
Sep 30, 2020
Why are you running for mayor or city council?
There’s no more appropriate time to quote the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg “If you want to be a true professional, you will do something outside yourself, something to repair tears in your community, something to make life a little better for people less...
Jason DeVinny - Lake City City Council Candidate Q&A
Sep 30, 2020
Why are you running for mayor or city council?
I have been fortunate to serve this community on city council for the past two years. During this time, I have advocated for new opportunities for Lake City, including getting on the State of Minnesota bonding bill for $1.5 million of infrastructure...
Cindy McGrath - Lake City City Council Candidate Q&A
Sep 30, 2020
Why are you running for mayor or city council?
I’m seeking re-election because I enjoy representing the citizens of Lake City and consider it an honor to serve on the city council.
What qualities or characteristics make you a good choice to represent Lake City and why?
I’m a lifelong resident of...
Deadline for election letters is Oct. 19
Sep 30, 2020
As part of its efforts to help readers to have a voice in political issues and make informed decisions at the polls, the Graphic publishes letters to the editor on political issues.
The deadline to submit a letter for consideration before the Nov. 3 election will be Monday, Oct. 19, at 4 p.m....
Sign thefts show a lack of respect for democracy
Sep 23, 2020
Another Biden/Harris sign stolen from a front yard in Lake City.
How sad that someone feels the need to trample another person’s right to their own opinion. The first amendment to our country’s constitution guarantees our individual right to free expression. This is what makes America truly great...
Focus on real threats, not political pranksters
Sep 23, 2020
I read with interest the article in the Sept. 10 edition of the Graphic about political yard signs and some local residents’ outrage that signs representing both major parties appear to have been stolen.
The anger at these minor offenses is misplaced given the real political crimes being committed...
Lake City candidate forum will be online this year
Sep 2, 2020
Lake City Chamber of Commerce and the Woman’s Club of Lake City will host a candidate forum at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 1 via Zoom and Facebook live.
The forum will be recorded for future viewing and to be placed on the local cable channel.
The webinar link is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/...
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