Sgt. Pepper taught the band 50 years ago
It was 50 years ago today Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. Well, not quite, but close. It was...
Opinion
Speak up or go home
by Dave DeMars news@thenewsleaders.com For 15 years and then some I have been going to meetings – city council meetings,...
Take precautions with food during barbecue season
In spring and summer, naturally, it’s time for outdoor fun, backyard get-togethers and barbecued foods. But that fun can later...
Gerrymandering threatens democracy
The integrity of our voting process, which is the bedrock of American Democracy, is threatened by three factors. One is...
Good luck to the Class of 2017
It’s that time of year again when school is letting out for summer break. This old tradition has millions of...
Ice-cream man, you make our summer days special
Tara Wiese, Sauk Rapids I was happy to read the story about Francis Gomes and his ice-cream truck in the...
Please, bishop, keep your promise
Lois Maciej, Little Falls An arsonist set fire and caused considerable damage to the magnificent St. Mary's Church in Melrose...
Time to check out Sartell farmers’ markets
Spring has sprung, summer’s on its way, and so it’s time to enjoy the farmers’ markets that have opened throughout...