Leon Mortland was born in Tyler, grew up on the family farm, and graduated from Tyler High School in 1964. He attended Mankato State College before transferring to Winona State. He met Augustana College student Marilyn Hokenson and they married in August 1968. She graduated and began teaching ...

Over the years, I’ve been asked many times to state my favorite wine. Because of the many variables involved, that can be a complex question to answer. Many times, my answer surprises people and here’s why. My mood dictates what I’d like to taste, and that answer usually fosters some ...

Wading into the grasses from the cut wheat field, I knew the chances of finding any grouse would be limited. The sea of dew that coated the bluestem, forbs and wildflowers in the conservation planting of the public access parcel might as well have been lake water as the hydro-resistant material ...

My wife and I recently went shoe shopping. As with most married couples, this meant that she shopped while I tagged along. She is quite sneaky regarding such things. I was lured into a superstore with hints that we might visit the power tool department only to find myself wandering ...

As an educator for recycling and disposal, I have a responsibility to help our residents be more aware of where to recycle items or how to dispose of items we no longer want or need. This is more important than ever as the way we reduce waste is changing. Will it change overnight? No. Will it ...

Question: With back to school starting, can you talk about school patrol safety? Answer: When you see a student safety patrol helping children cross a street or highway, you must come to a complete stop. You must also stop for adult crossing guards displaying a stop sign or flag. It is ...