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THUMBS DOWN Kraft loses promised federal funding Last year, New Ulm’s Kraft plant was earmarked to receive $3 million in federal funds to improve energy efficiency upgrades. This was part of a larger $170 million grant to help the Kraft Heinz company decarbonize. It is not happening ...

PTSD and domestic violence: Understanding lasting impact

Columns

June is recognized as PTSD awareness month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding and support for those affected by Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. PTSD is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, impacting individuals’ thoughts, ...

Craziness fit for a king

Columns

At the end of 2024, Congress passed a “Continuing Resolution” to fund the government. This was back when Congress still had a heartbeat. The one thing both parties agreed on was that farmers would get $21 billion. I’m all for free money. So, I looked forward to my tiny piece of the ...

Show them we are not happy

Letters

To the editor: It’s a good thing to look at waste and fraud when cutting the deficit, but it must be done with proof and precision. So, were the subsidies to oil companies eliminated? Were the bloated military contracts examined? Elon Musk alone has received $38 billion. No, the programs, ...

Have some respect Mr. President — it’s not always about you.

Letters

To the editor: On June 14, the United States will celebrate Flag Day, and hold a celebration and parade in Washington D.C. to recognize the 250th anniversary of the US Army. This parade will be massive with thousands of soldiers and military equipment in the procession. The Army’s ...