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Ravishing radishes

Every morning at this time of year I go outside and dig in the dirt for my breakfast. This isn’t because we’re destitute. It’s because I have this scandalous craving for radishes. As with many things, fresher is always better. And it’s impossible to be any fresher than eating food ...

Empowering voters: Redistricting

Candidates for the United States Senate, governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state and others are elected by the voters in the entire state. In contrast, candidates for the United States House of Representatives, the state Senate and the state House of Representatives are elected by ...

On fatherhood

Every day, rain or shine or Shinola, I take our dog, Bella, out for a walk. It’s good for both of us, and as her doggy daddy, it’s my responsibility to ensure that she gets her minimum daily requirement of free-range fun. During our walks Bella chases rabbits that she never catches and ...

Empowering voters

A primary election determines which candidates will be on the ballot in the November general election 2026 Primary dates All Minnesota voters will be able to cast votes in the statewide primary elections including for Governor and U.S. Senate. Some jurisdictions may not have other primary ...

Roaming the Ye olde renaissance fest

A dragon holding a silver ball in its terrifying teeth was perched next to the gate. It was the first hint that we were in for a day of weirdness and wonder. My wife and I recently attended the Siouxland Renaissance Festival. While we waited in line to buy tickets a guy dressed as a medieval ...

A musical for all seasons

NEW ULM - The New Ulm Film Society continues its musical film series with a movie that fits into every season. The film society will screen 1944’s “Meet Me in St. Louis,” at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 9 in the New Ulm Public Library. “Meet Me in St. Louis” was adapted from a series of ...