politics

Altendorf: Political scene is getting ugly

Apr 23, 2025

The political scene, both at the national and state levels, is getting ugly. Like dangerously ugly. There was a time when a Republican and Democrat could respectfully disagree with one another on a topic and move on with life. That no longer seems to be the case. Let’s review just a handful of...

Some questions for protesters

Apr 23, 2025

It’s ironic that the protest article and photo in your paper was taken in front of Gold Star Mothers Park. Guess what: They gave all, and I wonder what you did. Do you even know who they were and what they did to protect your rear end? When was the last time you thanked a vet? You may have or had...

GOP meets April 8 in Kellogg

Mar 26, 2025

Dear fellow Republicans: Join us for our monthly Wabasha County Republican meeting Tuesday, April 8, at the Front Porch in Kellogg. The meeting will commence at 6:30 p.m. Come early to enjoy some food, drinks and conversation. We look forward to seeing you!

An issue where FDR and Reagan would agree

Mar 12, 2025

I read with interest the thoughtful letter written by Bill McMillin in last week’s paper. He pointed out how Ronald Reagan must be rolling in his grave over Trump’s capitulation to Putin. I believe another president who must be spinning in his grave right now is Franklin Rosevelt. If you remember...

County GOP meets March 4 in Lake City

Feb 26, 2025

Republicans are invited to the monthly Wabasha County Republican meeting on Tuesday, March 4, at Wild Wings Plaza, 2101 US-61, Lake City. The meeting will commence at 6:30 p.m. “Come early to enjoy some food, drinks and conversation. We look forward to seeing you!” said Dawn Appel, Wabasha County...

County GOP meets Feb. 4

Jan 29, 2025

Area Republicans are invited to the monthly meeting of the Wabasha County Republicans on Tuesday, Feb. 4, at BJ’s Bar, Grill and Kampground at 61486 Wabasha County Rd. 86 near Theilman. The meeting will commence at 6:30 p.m. “Come early to enjoy some food, drinks and conversation,” the party said...

Quinn wins mayoral race, incumbents reelected on council, school board

Nov 13, 2024

Voters in Lake City chose City Council Member Brian Quinn to be the city’s next mayor. He’ll succeed Mark Nichols, who is finishing his second term and did not seek reelection. It’s Quinn’s first election to office in Lake City. He’s served on city volunteer commissions and was appointed to fill a...

Logros de la administración Demócrata de Biden Harris

Oct 2, 2024

Salud: Los costos de insulina tienen un límite de $35 por unidad para las personas mayores con Medicare. Precios más bajos de los medicamentos de Medicare para la diabetes, la artritis reumatoide, los accidentes cerebrovasculares y las enfermedades cardíacas. Se redujo el costo del inhalador...

Solving nursing home crisis will require bipartisan effort

Aug 21, 2024

If you attended the Lake City Water Ski Days parade, the Wabasha County Fair, or the Riverboat Days parade in Wabasha, you may have met Heather Arndt and know how passionate she is about healthcare and long-term care. She will work with both parties to find ways to keep local nursing homes, and...

Eagle center seeks to make bald eagle America’s official bird

Jul 24, 2024

The National Eagle Center in Wabasha and a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators and Members of the House of Representatives are leading the effort to make the bald eagle the country’s national bird, according to a news release. “While most people assume the bald eagle is our nation’s official bird,...