There really are authentic warriors who live and work around us. We take them for granted, rarely give them much thought, and may not even notice them until something happens. We depend on them, can’t live without them, but may not even know their names. They protect us, and thanks to them, ...
To the editor: Very often families face the difficult decision of what to do about mom or dad or both of them when they’re no longer able to take care of their day-to-day affairs or themselves. All too often we hear stories of vulnerable seniors who are being stung by a scam to rob them of ...
Many Minnesotans have probably seen media coverage over the last two years talking about the legalization of marijuana (cannabis). In August of 2023, Minnesota became the 23rd state to legalize adult-use marijuana. Within the next year, store fronts will be opening their doors across the ...
To the editor: In 2017-2018 President Trump wanted a military parade in the nation’s capital. This did not happen because it was determined that the cost would be too exorbitant, roughly $92 million. This year is the 250th anniversary of the Army and there is already a festival planned ...
Minnesota relies on the strength of our state’s rural communities and farmlands. As your Senator and as one of the leaders of the Senate Agriculture Committee, it’s important to me to hear directly about the challenges you are facing. Every year I go to all 87 of Minnesota’s counties, and ...
I am about to attend one of the most stressful events anyone can imagine. That’s right: I will soon be going to my high school class reunion. Specifically, it’s the reunion that will mark 50 years since we graduated. Fifty years. How can that be? How is it that half a century has ...