Opinions
On the House floor this week we heard the first of the budget omnibus bills, this one for higher education. While parts of the bill, such as the tuition freeze, are amiable, the overall 18.5 percent budget increase and reckless spending make it impossible for me to support in its current form....
Dear Neighbors,
I hope you and your family had a blessed holiday and were able to enjoy some time reflecting on the meaning of Easter and the promises it holds for all of us. This week, the legislature returned from its annual Easter break. The final six weeks of the legislative session are...
To the Editor:
Every year, millions of people’s lives are impacted by crime every year. Victimization and its aftermath may be one of the most difficult periods in a person’s life – and victims’ families, friends and communities often face their own challenges as well.
Since 1981, National Crime...
When you turn on the news, scroll through social media, or are just talking to your neighbor about the latest news story it can produce anxiety. It can seem like something bad is happening constantly. This makes our thoughts wander to what are our local schools doing to keep our students safe....
Our school district often collaborates with the Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development in order to better service our students and community. The mission of the Chamber of Commerce is to support Chamber businesses, improve the livability of Long Prairie, and develop community jobs. Economic...
Those of us in our neck of the woods understand the important role that nursing homes play in our rural communities. Sadly, many nursing homes are closing around Minnesota because they can’t afford to stay open. In fact, there are counties in Minnesota that have only one nursing home.
In many...
To the Editor:
I sit here tonight and wonder, is commonsense common anymore? Now, I’m not discussing the commonsense of allowing or not allowing boys in girls’ sports, or how families and friends have been divided these past few years regarding I hope commonsense issues. That discussion could...
Greetings patrons that make up Thunder Nation. If you are not already aware, many things are happening at the legislature. With the Democratic trifecta there is an expectation to see a lot of legislation passed. I have been told that we are seeing roughly twice as many bills per legislator than...
Budget Picture Coming into Focus
On Tuesday, the Governor, DFL Speaker of the House, and DFL Senate Majority Leader released joint budget targets. These targets represent an agreement on how much new money they plan to spend in 2023 and the framework for doing so.
The agreement calls for a $17.9...
To the Editor:
I recognize that those of you who are gun owners are responsible gun owners. Sadly there are others who have become vulnerable, misled and angered by media, news and misinformation to a very dangerous degree.
My brother was a good, kind and fun man but was one of those who became...
