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Opinion

The illusion of political change

Letters to the Editor

To the editor: In 2000, my father, then 95 years old, supported Ralph Nader for President. I learned this when we were visiting at Christmas. A few months earlier, I had shared information about the Constitution Party person that was running for president. I asked him why he chose Nader and ...

Don’t look away

Letters to the Editor

To the editor: In this world of plenty, millions are suffering. How can Netanyahu and Trump carry out war and reckless bombing that have targeted schools, hospitals, the press, even ambulance workers sent to help the wounded? (If such atrocities are news to you, take a look at what has been ...

Do I really care

Local Columns

I wish there was a dollar in my pocket for every time I asked myself the question: “Do I really care?” I'm quite sure you have asked yourself the same question on your journey through life. Do I really care if I graduate from high school or college? What's in it for me to vote — it's ...

Moonshot memories

Community Voices

The success of the recent Artemis moon mission has caused many Americans to feel uplifted and inspired. Uplifted because we could all imagine leaving Earth and its countless botherations — especially the Kardashians — behind. Inspired that four brave souls managed to accrue nearly ...

‘We try to bring people into the community’

Local Columns

Cody Nelson says his fiancee calls him a “social butterfly.” “She says I like to talk to everyone,” Nelson said. Talking to everyone has become a benefit for the city of Hanley Falls. Besides establishing his LLC in flooring installation, he also dedicates time on the City Council and ...

The 1986 Masters: a motivating factor for high school golf

Community Voices

I watch at least part of the Masters golf tournament every April, but this year it has a special meaning. It’s been 40 years since Jack Nicklaus won the 1986 Masters at age 46 to earn his sixth Green Jacket. I watched his entire final round and cheered for him every step of the way. The ...