Half-cent sales tax is a term Minnesotans are familiar with. They might see it occasionally on a city council agenda or read in the newspaper that the type of funding was used for a community project. However, it is not a casual issue by any means. Sales-tax funds help fund growth and development in communities. In some cases, projects would
Graduation, Mother’s Day, make May rock!
Nothing says spring like graduations and Mother’s Day. Both are worthy causes for celebration beyond the arrival of when commencements occur and the second weekend in May arrives. They are such great occasions that when we can combine both, it makes the month of May that much more special. What mother would dispute that one of the best Mother’s Day
Hillary continues to be a trailblazer
It’s about time Hillary Clinton is receiving the widespread admiration she always deserved. She is, once again, on the top of the list as the world’s most admired woman. It’s a wonder she was able to endure all that baiting, hounding, heel-nipping and blind hatred aimed at her all through the 1990s when her husband was president. She not only
Reader appalled and saddened by thoughtless, disrespectful behavior
Ellie Studer, St. Joseph This past week I learned once again how disrespectful some people can be. I had placed a sturdy metal bench in front of the (Minnesota Street Market) co-op in memory of my sister who had passed away in 2009. The bench has been broken beyond repair. When she was still able, Patty used to walk down
It’s the gift of time that counts
I’d like to someday change the common quip, “It’s the thought that counts” to “It’s time that counts.” Mother’s Day is a bittersweet holiday for many, including myself. It was two years ago this weekend I lost my mom. While others are bustling about trying to find the perfect gift for their mothers, I’m just trying to find the strength
STJ Family of the Year-2012
Family of the Year-2012 Father Werner Council 7057 Saint Joseph, Minnesota Marvin and Carol Joan Mastey contributed article The Family of the Year for 2012 exemplifies service to the church and community and is loved and respected by many. The Mastey Family teaches us the value of responsible Christian living. They generously serve each other and others with love that
STJ Knight of the Year-2012
contributed article This year’s Knight of the Year is a member of the Father Werner Council and daily lives out the Knights of Columbus tenets of unity, charity and fraternity. He serves the Church of St. Joseph with passion and gives generously of his time and talents. We are proud of him and are blessed to have him as a
St. Joseph City Council to demolish former Credit Union Building – Why?
Darlene Dingmann, St. Joseph resident I was shocked and surprised to learn the old credit union building will be torn down for yet another better, bigger building for the city offices. Is this being financially responsible? Why was nothing said about this before – Why not a vote taken by the public? Is St. Joseph becoming like other large cities