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Editorials

Promoting biofuels good for environment and MN farmers

Two recent announcements involving biofuels are important developments for the Minnesota agriculture industry and the environment. We join the Minnesota Biodiesel Council in applauding the recent letter sent to the Environmental Protection Agency by members of Congress, including Michelle ...

Common-sense approach needed for child care rules

Last April the Minnesota Department of Human Services released updated licensing standards for both child care providers and child care centers. The 97-page document includes updates to nearly every current statute. It includes specifics such as the number of certain types of toys each home ...

Many reasons to shop at farmers’ market

“Nothing tastes better than fresh green beans out of the garden. You can’t beat it,” Becky Sellner was quoted in a New Ulm Journal article on the start of the farmers’ market season. It’s those fresh green beans and other vegetable delights that make shopping at farmers’ markets ...

Crazy Days puts downtown on display

In Tuesday’s Independent, Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce Events Coordinator Mavi Valentin was quoted that she “loves the craziness of Crazy Days.” “You know, like having all the movement and activities everywhere,” she said. We applaud Valentin’s enthusiasm for a longtime ...

Slow down and drive with caution in work zones

No matter where you drive these days in Minnesota, or for that matter — across the nation — road construction is hot and heavy this summer. Construction work has started on U.S. Highway 59 near Marshall and Garvin. The concrete repair work will happen in two segments. Later this ...

Politicians closing the door on the public

Last weekend, several media outlets reported the Biden Administration forwarded questions to a couple of radio hosts ahead of interviewing the U.S. president. A revelation that is not shocking to most journalists covering politicians these days. CNN’s Victor Blackwell asked the host of ...