Opinion
Minnesota leads again by approving marriage bill
Congratulations are in order for the Minnesota Legislature, which approved a landmark same-sex marriage bill this week. [...]
Slow down and enjoy spring
With our long winter that seemed like it would never end, the warm weather of the past couple of weeks has been an incredible enticement to get outdoors. In our hurry to embrace the warm weather, [...]
U.S. history is riddled with school shootings
Ever since the slaughter of innocents at Sandy Hook Elementary School, I cringe every time there is a “breaking news” bulletin on TV, fearing it might be news of another school shooting. [...]
Hello, St. Joe! Look forward to meeting all of you
Like thousands of Central Minnesotans, my first introduction to the city of St. Joseph was its Fourth of July festivities. As a boy growing up near Pearl Lake, my parents would bring me and my siblings [...]
Many are excited about ‘Gathering Place’
Ray and Jean Weyer, St. Joseph Regarding: Letter to the Editor May 10, 2013 [...]
Excellent Sartell schools fulfill expectations
Holly Pringle, Sartell After reading the Newsleader on May 10, I couldn’t help but be saddened by the letter written by Melissa Pickens regarding our schools and her experiences here. [...]
In response to changes at the Church of St. Joseph
Barry Elert and Linda Sand, St. Joseph We completely agree with the opinions expressed in Paul Ritzenthaler’s comments regarding the changes being made to the church. They look terrible. What was once a charming building adding [...]
Wrestling should remain an Olympic sport
by U.S. Sen. Al Franken, March 2013 When the International Olympic Committee recently recommended eliminating wrestling from the games starting in 2020, it struck me – and I’m sure a great many other Minnesotans – as [...]










Sartell schools fall short, fail to live up to reputation
Sorry to hear that you aren't happy with the school expenses. My kids
Sartell schools fall short, fail to live up to reputation
Melissa, I must say I am almost embarrassed for you, and think your an
Hill resigns as superintendent of school district
OMG.. Really? We are going to give this guy severance for doing a poor
April is, indeed, 'the cruelest month'
Why must you be so negative toward those who try to look for the posit
Sabres reflect on dream come true
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