Opinion
Sen. Gene Dornink: A better future for all Minnesotans
Friends and neighbors, The fall season is here, both literally and in our political landscape. As we transition ...
Opinion
Tim Penny: Supporting the local foods economy
This time of year, the farmers’ markets in southern Minnesota are rich with vegetables, bread, meat, jam, honey ...
Opinion
Nature Notes: A frightening tale of pumpkins and methane
By Kendalynn Ross Intern Naturalist/Teacher What would Halloween be without its jack-o-lanterns and pumpkin pies? Less polluted, that’s ...
Opinion
Evie Mohrfeld: Travelers take trip to Branson, Missouri
This past week our motor coach travelers spent four days on a return trip to Branson, Missouri and ...
Opinion
Al Batt: ‘It’s a dry heat’
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting You should come over and see my new dog. It’s a rescue. ...
Opinion
Ask A Trooper: Advice in driving in the fog
By Sgt. Troy Christianson Question: This week it has been extremely foggy on the morning commutes, can you ...
Opinion
Minnesota StarWatch: October nights shine all month
By Deane Morrison October skies offer some of the best star watching, given their dark and often clear ...
Opinion
The Wide Angle: I give you mental meanderings
I honestly had a column idea for this week. Thought of it over the weekend as I was ...
RSS General
Upcoming Homecoming week festivities
By Emily Hovland AHS Student Council Advisor Next week is Homecoming and it’s a very exciting time at ...
Opinion
Jamey Helgeson: Get your tickets now for the 14th annual Taste of Mower County – A night of food, fun and fundraising
Tickets are now available for the 14th Annual Taste of Mower County, one of the most anticipated events ...
Opinion
Al Batt: I am my dog’s best friend
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting Max owned a little house in Portland. He gave it to his ...
Columnists
Ask a Trooper: Car seat laws in depth
By Sgt. Troy Christianson Question: I heard some talk about new car seat laws and how kids are ...
Opinion
The Wide Angle: Random thoughts at random times
Let me be honest, that having a staring contest with a cat at 3 a.m. in the morning, ...
Opinion
Jena DeMoss: A dietitian’s guide to naturally manage PCOS
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disorder that affects 1 in 10 women and is the leading ...
Opinion
APS Column: Kindergarten returns to schools
By Derik Gustafson Southgate Elementary School After a two-decade hiatus, kindergarten is making a much-anticipated return to Southgate ...
SportsPlus
Will Josh Oliver Play in Week 17? NFL Injury Status, News & Updates
Josh Oliver was a full participant in his most recent practice, and should be available when the Minnesota…
Vikings vs. Packers Predictions & Picks: Odds, Moneyline, Spread – Week 17
At U.S. Bank Stadium on Sunday, Dec. 29, the Minnesota Vikings face the Green Bay Packers, beginning at…
Timberwolves vs. Spurs Injury Report Today – December 29
As they get ready to play the San Antonio Spurs (16-15) on Sunday, December 29 at Target Center,…
Top 25 College Hoops Picks Against the Spread – Saturday, December 28
The Gonzaga Bulldogs versus the UCLA Bruins is one of four games on Saturday’s college basketball schedule that…
How to Watch Top 25 College Basketball Games – Saturday, December 28
Four games on the Saturday college basketball schedule feature a ranked team, including the matchup between the Gonzaga…