Carol Weiler, Sartell I agree with the editorial “It’s Time to Talk to Strangers” (in the Dec. 14 Sartell-St. Stephen Newsleader). I make an effort to do so, and it is rewarding. When my husband and I travel outside of this country, we inevitably wind up eating a meal in a restaurant and striking up a conversation with our neighbors at
Scrooge and Mr. Grinch deserve better treatment
Luke Green, Sartell During this holiday season I urge community members to be mindful of the transformative power of the Christmas spirit. It presents itself in many forms: goodwill, kindness, altruism and forgiveness. Two gentleman I believe that are in need of better treatment this holiday season, and henceforth, are Ebenezer Scrooge and Mr. Grinch. One hundred seventy-five years ago,
Howe thanks District 13 voters
Jeff Howe, Rockville I want to thank the residents of District 13 for the support and the privilege of serving as your next Minnesota Senator. I am humbled by the support I have received and do not take this responsibility lightly. I want to assure you I will represent all of District 13 and will continue to do my best
School levy cost too much
Henry Smorynski, Sartell The recent defeat of operating levy for District 748 likely has many reasons for individual voters. The school board and the superintendent need to consider some things before again requesting a new levy. First, a May 24, 2016, article on the new high school referendum noted the “district likely would be asking voters in the future to
Soyka receives endorsement from sheriff’s union
Joe Lichy, Sartell Steve Soyka is an outstanding member of our community and sheriff’s office. I believe he is the right person to lead our sheriff’s office forward. Steve’s dedication and commitment to Stearns County shows why he is my choice for our next Sheriff. Steve recently received the endorsement of the sheriff’s patrol, correctional and dispatch unions. As a retired sheriff’s
Saving babies is the key to stopping terrorists
Nancy Schramel, Sartell Nov. 6 is Election Day. The most important issue is pro-life. President Trump is for candidates (who) are all pro-life. Saving babies is the key to stopping all terrorists. Since President Tump’s election, terrorism is way down. He is keeping us safe at the border. It is no coincidence a caravan of immigrants, a mob, is coming
Reader says Read listens to people
Wendy Sterba, Avon I wanted to write to show support for Jim Read for state representative. I’ve known Jim for 30 years and I really like that he is thoughtful, kind and knows how to listen. The mudslinging in this election has been really bothering me. Jim has knocked on more than 8,500 doors in our district and he has
Business owners support levy
Brandon Testa, Jason Mathiasen, Scott Widor, Sartell As business owners in the Sartell-St. Stephen School District, we know there are many things that make up great communities, but one of the key components is great schools. Sartell-St. Stephen has a strong history of excellent schools, which we need to continue to support to have a strong, vibrant community. In May of 2016,