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Opinion

NU Film Society to screen Civil War epic ‘Gettysburg’

Columns

NEW ULM - One score and 12 years ago, a determined director and thousands of reenactors brought forth an epic film based on an historical novel chronicling the Battle of Gettysburg. Now the New Ulm Film Society will screen the film for the public as part of its “America at War” series and ...

Response to letter on Jan. 6 pardons

Letters

To the editor: In his letter in the Jan. 30 Journal,“Do you now see the clear threat to democracy?”, Tom Kuster writes: “What can you do? Stay up-to-date with a variety of reliable news sources.” But his comments on Trump’s J6 pardons leave me wondering how much variety there is in ...

Irresponsible with people’s lives

Letters

To the editor: Having had former employment experience with the federal government, I agree with the need for an in-depth look at expenditures, programs’ usefulness, etc. However, it seems extremely irresponsible to just shut down agencies and programs before any type of evaluation has been ...

Sister’s wedding is stealing our bonding time

Columns

Dear Annie: My sister, “Laura,” and I have always been close, but ever since she got engaged, there’s been a bit of a distance. She’s constantly busy with wedding planning, and when we do talk, all she wants to discuss is flowers, seating charts or her bachelorette party. I’m happy ...

Sobriety and romance can work with the proper steps

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Romantic relationships are complex and transformative. They offer profound joy but can pose significant challenges. For individuals in recovery from substance use, dating, and relationships can carry an added layer of complexity as sobriety and personal growth intersect with the emotional ...

Feeling overlooked at stepson’s wedding

Columns

Dear Annie: I recently attended my stepson’s wedding. My husband and his ex-wife were announced as mother and father of the groom as they entered the wedding reception together. His ex thought nothing of taking my husband’s arm as they entered. Meanwhile, I’m sitting at our table by ...