To the editor: The shutting down of coal, gas and nuclear power plants here in Minnesota and across the country are putting the citizens in future danger, especially with weather like we are experiencing. It’s become obvious after many years of experience that the solar panels and ...

To the editor: In light of all the promises we will be subjected to this general election year, the following joke, for those along in life enough, to remember the old antenna wires, should provoke a few laughs and maybe some tears. Did you hear about the farmer, around 1960, who started ...

Re: Haley knew what she was talking about (Jan. 4) To the editor: It’s disheartening that this letter to the editor is even necessary, but given recent defense of Nikki Haley’s whitewashed response to the cause of the Civil War, it’s important to note that there is no doubt that the ...

Re: Haley knew what she was talking about (Jan. 4) To the editor: It’s amusing to see someone from the “Pacific Northwest” claim that the reason the Civil War was fought was taxes and tariffs the South resented having to pay when their economy was “good.” It is really funny that an ...

To the editor: As valued supporters of United Way of Southwest Minnesota, it is essential to keep you informed about how your donations are being invested in local programs and services. Rest assured that we take our responsibility very seriously and are committed to providing transparency ...

To the editor: A few decades ago, I read about the prophesy the Blessed Virgin gave to Sister Agnes Katsuko Sasagawa on Oct.13, 1973, in Akita, Japan. Parts of it said: “…if men do not repent and better themselves, the Father will inflict a terrible punishment on all humanity.” “…. ...