Letters to the Editor

Wenzel: Nourishing lives this National Assisted Living Week
September 14, 2015
To the Editor: Assisted living is a critical component of long-term care. At Poplar Creek Assisted Living and Oaks Independent Living facilities, we pride ourselves on caring for all aspects of each unique resident. That’s why we are excited to see the theme for this year’s National Assisted Living Week, Sept. 13-19, is “Nourishing Life: Mind, Body and Spirit.” Whether through our social…
Taylor children: 'How does a family express gratitude to a community?'
August 10, 2015
To the Editor: How do you thank a town? How does a family express gratitude to a community? In 1999 our parents retired from their beloved farm life near Adrian and moved to town. They moved to Luverne. On July 31, after several weeks of failing health, our mother died in the loving embrace of this remarkably giving community. During their 16 years in Luverne, Lucille and Jerry Taylor…
Etrheim agrees with Kolsrud's assessment of uncooperative co-ops
July 27, 2015
To the Editor: I agree with David Kolsrud’s letter to the editor (July 16, 2015,) but we should remember that when on TV (“Meet the Press”) in the ’80s, our president said, “The sooner we get more cooperative farms, we will be able to feed the whole world.” He also said, “High interest is part of my Reagan recovery.” High interest put thousands of farmers out of business. I think this would add…
Deutsch: Increased penalties for reckless driving
July 27, 2015
Increased penalties for reckless driving effective Aug. 1 To the Editor: There is a new law on the books that will give prosecutors the ability to charge reckless drivers who cause great bodily harm or death with a gross misdemeanor. This new law is effective Aug. 1. American Bikers for Awareness, Training, and, Education of Minnesota (ABATE of MN) would like to take this opportunity to…
Kolsrud: Where we were trying to ‘add value’ we actually devalued the community
July 13, 2015
To the Editor: It was 20 years ago this August, on a hot summer day, that a handful of farmers ventured to city hall to discuss the idea of forming a cooperative to “add value” to crops grown in the Luverne area. I remember it being a very eerie day due to birds dying from insecticide put on top of many downtown buildings coupled with many residents sick which turned out to be an epidemic of…
McDonald: 'Thankful heart' for the men and women who served, sacrificed for our country
June 01, 2015
To the Editor: We in Rock County are very fortunate to have the dedication of the men and women of our American Legion and VFW. Each year they organize and perform a beautiful program for Memorial Day. This year’s program was exceptional. I was one of the many who left the cemetery with a thankful heart, remembering the brave men and women who served and sacrificed for our country. Our current…

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