The great George Jones sang what he lived
George Jones, the greatest country singer of all time, was a cat with nine lives – at least. He was...
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Farewell Minnesota, it’s been ‘nice’ knowing you
I will soon trade in the snow and cold for wind and possible earthquakes. Yes, you read correctly. I'm moving...
Reader says ‘tear down that wall’
Paul Ritzenthaler, St. Joseph I remember my first impression of St. Joseph. It came after my wife convinced me that...
May 10 St. Joseph
If any readers have tips concerning crimes, they should call the St. Joseph Police Department at 320-363-8250 or Tri-County Crime...
Bangladesh building collapse should make us all squirm
The recent horrific collapse of a garment-factory building in Bangladesh should cause people throughout the world to pause and ask...
County law change is positive step forward
The Stearns County Board of Commissioners recently approved the allowance of chickens in residential areas. The move comes after a...
Gartland is a main reason Sartell is a thriving city
It's almost impossible to imagine the City of Sartell with one of its foundations suddenly missing. That "foundation" is Patti...
City shouldn’t give up on joint compost operations
Cost is everything when it comes to local government. As demand for city services increases, it’s easy to let things...