Here's an easy lesson for rising political hopefuls to draw from Francesca Hong's failed bid to be Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial nominee: Don't demonize Thanksgiving. Hong, a chef, state legislator and democratic socialist, was the clear front- runner in the Democratic primary race ...
My wife and I recently provided daycare for our six-year-old grandson for a week. It will probably take me a month to recover. We had taken care of little boys before, obviously, although that was more than thirty years ago. We aren’t as young as we were back then, but little boys are ...
Yes, lake health is important, but… To the editor: I am responding to Gregg Paulson’s “Lake health and pickleball?” editorial on Thursday the 13th. First, the city council must do both. They are both part of the community’s well-being. However, the importance of lake health is paramount. His account of DNR approval was not factual, according to the DNR’s head of aeration. That said, there is much I agree with. The city had aerators in Budd Lake but found that they did not improve water quality sufficiently. In a way, the proposed nano-bubblers are just aerators on ...
Ever since I was in Congress there was a group of people that wanted some form of universal healthcare. It would include one healthcare provider through the federal government, which they frequently refer to as "Medicare for all." However, there is a huge difference between Medicare which is ...
I often get asked for my advice on how to vote. I'm the first to concede these requests come from a very niche slice of the electorate — that tiny remnant of people who know who I am, value my opinion and share my exasperation with both parties. I am going to answer the question. But first ...
Appreciate the support To the editor: I would like to sincerely thank and commend the Martin County Area Foundation for the timely assistance it recently provided to the Martin County Historical Society. When the air conditioning system and water heater at the Pioneer Museum failed on the same day, replacement became an urgent priority. Proper temperature and humidity control are essential to preserving the museum’s documents and artifacts, and the Foundation responded immediately by approving funding for this critical need. Martin County is fortunate to benefit from the vision of ...
