To the editor: As the General Election comes nearer, it’s time to endorse candidates. ISD 88 is front and center in my mind. The ISD 88 website lists current MCA scores at: Science 50%, Math 50%, Reading 51%. I would say those are dismal scores by any measure, and would have earned me an ...

To the editor: Thirty years ago, Carl Pfluger wrote a great essay, “On Cranks.” If one submits more than four letters per year to the editor of one’s local newspaper, chances are, one is a crank. Here are a few takes from Pfluger’s essay: “A crank is a man possessed by a rampant ...

To the editor: We are writing to tell everyone to get out and vote on Tuesday, Nov. 8, especially for the mayor of New Ulm. Kathleen Backer is for sure the one to vote for. She is very well informed and knowledgeable in the history of New Ulm. She is very witty, personable and a very good ...

To the Editor: At a recent Board of Directors meeting for the New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce, the board voted unanimously to support the upcoming New Ulm Schools 2022 Referendum, which is up for renewal on the November 8 ballot. Continued feedback from our Chamber Members about the ...

To the editor: Jeff Ettinger is a refreshing community leader running for Congressional District 1. From Austin, Jeff served as the Hormel CEO and built a capable, diverse work force while improving pay and benefits. He knows how to meet a payroll and deal with supply chain disruptions and ...

To the editor: As previous mayor, elected by the people, for over 10 years, Bob knows what it takes to hold that position. It takes dignity, integrity, honesty, respect and a sense of humor doesn’t hurt. We have known Ron Wendinger for over 40 years and find he is an example of each of ...