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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 [...]
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 [...]
The great George Jones sang what he lived
George Jones, the greatest country singer of all time, was a cat with nine lives – at least. He was the real thing; he sang what he knew. His own messy life, like an out-of-control carnival [...]
Farewell Minnesota, it’s been ‘nice’ knowing you
I will soon trade in the snow and cold for wind and possible earthquakes. Yes, you read correctly. I’m moving to a place where earthquakes are more prevalent than the blizzards I’ve become accustomed to here [...]
Two thumbs up for Roger Ebert
Thumbs up! Two thumbs up for the late, great Roger Ebert. News of Ebert’s death last Thursday left me sad but launched a wave of good memories. For so many years, one of my weekly-ritual popcorn [...]
Volunteering provides glimpse of colorful tradition
I was recently introduced to the southern tradition of the Kentucky Derby while volunteering for a local fundraiser for the St. Cloud YMCA. [...]
Boston wins; terrrorists lose – again
What does Chechnya have to do with runners and spectators in the Boston Marathon? For that matter, what does Chechnya have to do with the United States or anything else other than Russia? The Boston bombings [...]
SARTELL RESOURCE GUIDE SPRING 2013
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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