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Letters

Luepke listens, cares about constituents

To the editor: As a resident of the rural New Ulm area and Nicollet County, I’m casting my vote for County Commissioner John Luepke in Nicollet’s 5th District. John has worked hard to be a voice for the people of his district. He really listens to his constituents’ issues and cares ...

Reducing emissions will make climate change worse

To the editor: An online commenter responded to my Sept. 13 letter titled “Environmentalism contributes to global warming” with: “The answer isn’t to keep polluting. Air pollution kills people. We need clean air. There is no question about that. Instead, efforts to reduce greenhouse ...

Getting around on the Minnesota River

To the editor: I did like the little article about the Minnesota River, but I wish you would have mentioned that the Minnesota River and steam-powered boats were the main means of transportation after row boats in the early years. In January 1870, an article in the New Ulm Post says the ...

Local schools depend on each other

To the editor: I am a strong supporter of New Ulm Area Catholic Schools, as a parent of students, coach, volunteer and alumna of NUACS. I am also a strong supporter of New Ulm Public Schools as a parent of a graduated student. I recognized long ago that one school system within our ...

Luepke makes sure needs, concerns addressed

To the editor: John Luepke is running for re-election as our 5th District Nicollet County commissioner. John has been a lifelong resident of Nicollet County, whom we have known for many years. He is an honest and forward-thinking asset to the county. As commissioner for the past five years, ...

Insurance that’s always there for voters

To the editor: I would add my endorsement of John Luepke for commissioner of the 5th District of Nicollet County. He is the best choice as he is: •A lifelong resident of the county. •Knows his constituents because he actively goes out to them for feedback. •May not always win for ...