Opinion
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From the Publisher: Independence Day
Dear reader, The Fourth of July should connote special feelings for Americans. We can speak, pray, earn, spend, and live freely. When we live ... -
From the Publisher: Memorial Day – A Debt of Gratitude
Dear reader, On Memorial Day we remember the men and women who fought and died fighting on behalf of our country. It is a ... -
Be our guest: Your right to know
By Beth Bennett Wisconsin Newspaper Association Executive Director The Wisconsin legislature is currently considering a bill that would give local governments the option to ... -
The Dawn of a New Year
Dear reader, Recently I was asked what has sustained me during this year of turmoil, upheaval, and – for many – tragedy. My answer ... -
From the Publisher: The meaning of Santa Claus
Dear reader, Every year children ask their parents about the truth of Santa Claus. This gives new life to a timeless story of a ... -
From the Publisher: Thanksgiving
“I awoke this morning with devout thanksgiving for my friends, the old and the new.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson Dear reader, In this season ... -
From the Publisher: Vote. It’s an honor and a duty
Dear reader, Voting in the United States to elect representative government is an honor, a privilege, and the duty of all Americans. In the ... -
From the Publisher: Please, Mr. Postman
Dear reader, It’s no secret that newspapers have been attacked on all sides: The tech giants (Facebook, Google) co-opted our local news content and ... -
Be our guest: Investing in UW System will renew the Wisconsin Idea
By Tommy Thompson University of Wisconsin System President If our great state is going to emerge from the coronavirus pandemic poised for growth, we ... -
Open Letter: Hope Lodge – Community funded, community supported
We are writing to express our profound disappointment and surprise at the American Cancer Society’s abrupt decision to close Hope Lodge in Marshfield, a ...
