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Ask a Trooper

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Question: I would like more information on trailer hitch ball sizes and why they have different sizes? Answer: There are four different trailer hitch ball sizes. Each size has a different weight rating related to the trailer you are pulling. It is very important to make sure you always use the proper ball size with the trailer you are pulling. The ball size required for the trailer is stamped on the coupler of the trailer. If you use the wrong size ball, the trailer will not latch properly and could come disconnected. Once you have the ball connected to the coupler, you need to latch ...

A Vesta Boy – Dave Hansvick — High school and beyond

Local Columns

We have been learning about David Hansvick, who grew up in Vesta during the 1950s and ‘60s. Dave enjoyed his high school years as he had friends, greater mobility, and some teachers he respected. “The social studies teachers, Mr. Thompson and Mr. Duxstad, were always good. Mrs. Sales was ...

On the Porch

Local Columns

For this column, I often share social news or the gossip columns from the old newspapers. The social news is always fascinating to read and a lot can be learned of local people and events from the communities in Lyon County. For this article, I’m going to share the classifieds from one of ...

Laying groundwork for strong start this fall

Community Voices

Even with most students and staff out of our buildings, summer is a busy and important season at Marshall Public Schools. Summer learning is well underway across all grade levels, with students building connections, strengthening skills, and continuing their academic journeys. This time of year also allows us to complete critical projects across the district. Our custodial and maintenance teams are hard at work preparing our buildings for the upcoming school year — deep cleaning, addressing repairs, and ensuring our facilities are ready to welcome students this fall. These summer ...

'It is the right thing to do'

Local Columns

You may be familiar with the saying, "It is the right thing to do." Throughout our week, we often engage in various actions simply because they align with this principle — whether it's helping a neighbor, assisting a friend, or picking up litter that isn’t ours. There are countless examples of such as these. The notion of "the right thing to do" also extends to how individuals and families manage items they no longer want or need. A straightforward way to reduce personal waste is to make thoughtful purchasing decisions and to avoid wasting what we acquire. It is essential to ...

Trump’s big spending

Letters to the Editor

To the editor: (President Donald Trump’s) birthday party a resounding success, concluding with participants loudly insulting former First Lady Michelle Obama in typical Trump classless fashion. Sixty million dollars including $700,000 just to restore grass after. Reflecting pool upgrades complete, and pool is now back to pre-upgrade water quality, initial estimate was $1.8 million, final bill ….$14.2 million. Restoring previously removed information on national park sites regarding slavery and climate by court order. There is no dollar amount affixed to this project yet. ...