Mighty river’s potential finally being realized
Our Mighty Mississippi is indeed a mighty river. It contributed mightily to this nation's greatness – as a transportation corridor;...
Republicans should put up or shut up
The U.S. House Republicans are like a colony of termites, voraciously nibbling away at the foundations of ObamaCare. Their latest...
Fristad to start ’round-the-world mission trip
by Dennis Dalman news@thenewsleaders.com Bethany Fristad of Sartell is about to set off on an around-the-world trip with extended stops...
Benefit set for woman in second cancer battle
by Dennis Dalman news@thenewsleaders.com Amanda Stewart conquered colon cancer five years ago, and after a four-year respite during which she...
‘BRAsterpiece’ designed to bring hope to breast-cancer sufferers
by Dennis Dalman news@thenewsleaders.com Bras, bras and more bras – of all shapes, sizes and colors – will be exhibited...
Tyrants everywhere should heed Malala’s United Nations speech
The standing ovation received by Malala Yousafzai at the United Nations last week was a tremendous moment for humanity. Yousafzai...
Roberts to perform for MS Challenge
Country-western singer Julie Roberts will perform a show at Evolution Fitness Saturday, Aug. 3 as part of "Multiple Sclerosis Challenge."...
City raises permit limits for compost site
by Dennis Dalman news@thenewsleaders.com Fifty more non-Sartell residents will be able to use the Sartell Compost Site for a fee...