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EDITOR'S NOTE: Change in poll question
January 27, 2011 The wording for this week’s poll question on the Independent website has been changed to include the MERIT?center, as it, too, would beneift from proposed sales taxes. more »»
Short takes for Jan. 21
January 21, 2011 Bill targets teachers THUMBS DOWN: The state Legislature is just getting started on a budget fix, and one of its first targets is schools, more specifically, teachers. Not good. more »»
Editorial: Students need to know MLK?Day is more than just a day off from school
January 18, 2011 We don’t disagree with the decision made by many schools to not have classes on the Martin Luther King Jr. more »»
Short takes for Jan. 14
January 14, 2011 Education commish has work cut out SIDEWAYS THUMBS: The jury’s obviously still out on Minnesota’s new education commissioner, Brenda Cassellius, but she seems to have the right attitude to get... more »»
Editorial: Symbolism in cuts to expense payments
January 12, 2011 It might not seem like much, but it should be noted that both the Minnesota House and Senate this week took some money-saving action by taking money out of their own pockets. more »»
Short takes for Jan. 7
January 7, 2011 Dayton’s open door THUMBS UP: Only time will tell what kind of governor DFLer Mark Dayton will be, but he’s off to an auspicious — and applaudable — start. more »»
Editorial: Wishing our new politicians the best
January 5, 2011 Chris Swedzinski’s got a second job. So does Gary Dahms. And Joe Schomacker. more »»
Short takes for Dec. 31
December 31, 2010 A long winter raises concerns THUMBS DOWN: We all might be accustomed to rough winters, but this winter season has already become a headache for most residents, especially those who commute to wor. more »»
Retaining a rural voice in St. Paul
December 29, 2010 Losing two longtime area policymakers in Jim Vickerman and Dennis Frederickson is surely a blow to the area, but that blow has recently been softened and the region will continue to have a strong... more »»
The importance of 2010 Census
December 23, 2010 Maybe it’s because it happens just once every 10 years, but the census isn’t something that demands the general citizen’s attention. more »»
Short takes for Dec. 17
December 17, 2010 Attention given to 23/7 THUMBS UP: It might not be the ultimate solution, but it’s a start. more »»
Vikings stadium: Priority No. 1A
December 14, 2010 Our state lawmakers’ job got a little tougher during the weekend. You can blame the age of the Metrodome for this weekend’s roof collapse. You can blame the weather. Both played a facto. more »»
Short takes for Dec. 10
December 10, 2010 We have a governor THUMBS UP: Whether you reside on the right or the left, we all should be pleased that the 2010 governor’s race has come to a conclusion. more »»
Any middle ground is good on tax issue
December 8, 2010 It appears President Barack Obama has found at least some middle ground in dealing with tax cuts. more »»
Short takes for Dec. 3
December 3, 2010 Tough going at the gate for new stadiums THUMBS DOWN: New football stadiums are nice — really nice, as a matter of fact — but filling those new bleachers can be a problem once the luster wears off ... more »»
Editorial: Museum faces off against The Grinch
December 2, 2010 When it comes to holiday traditions in Marshall, The Grinch is stealing the show. We all know that by the end of the classic Dr. more »»
Short takes for Nov. 26
November 26, 2010 Airport security THUMBS UP: Some say the Transportation Security Administration and airports around the country are taking security too far, that the American flying public are being subjected to... more »»
Bullying policies should be extended
November 23, 2010 Bullying is bullying and it unfortunately has become an ingrained part of our culture in our elementary schools and high schools, at times leading to tragic consequences. more »»
Short takes for Nov. 19
November 19, 2010 Winter driving THUMBS DOWN: Winter weather has a way of sneaking up on us, especially with the extended Indian summer that we enjoyed before last week when we were reminded once again that winter... more »»
Short takes for Nov. 12
November 12, 2010 Boys State coming back THUMBS UP: During a visit to Marshall this summer, Minnesota Secretary of State Mark Ritchie told the Independent it would be a shame if Southwest Minnesota State University... more »» |
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