Opinion
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The city speaks: A history of Hillside Cemetery
By Mike Baltus Hillside Cemetery Coordinator Most people know the Blodgetts, Uphams, Purdys, and the Connors, some of our more prominent residents here at ... -
Letter to the editor: Reader says social studies curriculum conflicts with Midwest values, lacks transparency
(Editor’s note: The writer asserts there are 57 books scheduled to be read to kindergartners, though the curriculum shows 55 planned “read alouds.” The ... -
Carrying the load
Marshfield Area United Way to hold ‘Supplies 4 Success’ backpack and school supply drive By Mary Wolff Marshfield Area United Way While in school ... -
Family time: Giving memories rather than presents to my grandchildren
By Theresa Blume Featured Columnist Of our five grandchildren, the two oldest have birthdays in July. One year when he was younger, I worked ... -
Wild kingdom: Attempting to subdue my overgrown backyard
By Patricia Baer Featured Columnist If your home is your castle, then mine has become a wild kingdom. At times my backyard reminds me ... -
Checking the community’s ‘Vital Signs’
Reviewing a report on Marshfield’s civic, economic, and social health By Amber Kiggens-Leifheit Marshfield Area Community Foundation MARSHFIELD — “Vital Signs” is a collaboration ... -
A midsummer night’s insomnia
By Patricia Baer Featured Columnist I do not sleep well. I am envious of those who slumber soundly through the night. A solid night’s ... -
Letter to the editor: Thankful for five years of smoke-free Wisconsin businesses
Dear editor, Wisconsin celebrates a very important birthday this month as our state’s smoke-free law turns 5 years old on Sunday, July 5. That means our ... -
Art bursting in air: Taking in Fourth of July fireworks displays
By Patricia Baer Featured Columnist One of the things I miss about my old apartment downtown was the view of the firework display I ... -
Fond memories: A DVD collection that holds a special place in my heart
By Theresa Blume Featured Columnist This morning the mailman brought a box to my door. I knew what it was and simply put it ...