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There were always at least three daily chores that had to be done on the farm – feeding the cows, milking the cows and repairing whatever broke down.
If we were lucky, the latter would be …
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By Chris Hardie
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12/26/24
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I must confess that now that snow has fallen I remember just one of all the nights I spent as a newsboy delivering the Winona Republican Herald to customers on the west side of Whitehall. That night …
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By Dave Wood
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12/19/24
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With Christmas right around the corner, I always take this time to look back and be thankful for the amazing opportunity that you have provided me to be your State Representative for the past 14 …
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By Rep. Warren Petryk
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12/19/24
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As I reflect on the past year and the historic campaign season, I want to thank the voters who showed up and did their civic duty by casting their ballots. I know not everyone reading this voted, but …
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By Sen. Jeff Smith
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12/19/24
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When I was a child, Christmas was the most magical time of year. I remember sitting in church throughout December, watching the Advent candle being lit and singing familiar tunes, such as “The …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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12/18/24
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The recent announcement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture that it will soon require nationwide testing of milk to address bird flu outbreaks in dairy herds took me back many years on the farm.
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By Chris Hardie
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12/18/24
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Does the price of groceries have you thinking about planting your own vegetable garden? Are you wishing you knew how to keep your lawn mower or chainsaw in tip-top shape? Do you love cooking with …
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By Robin Boles
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12/18/24
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I’m a sucker for watching cable shows like “American Pickers.” My sister-in-law assures me it’s a total fake. Nevertheless, I learn something every time I watch pickers Mike …
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By Dave Wood
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12/12/24
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The other day, in my role as an advocate for open government, I heard from a Wisconsin resident who has waited more than five months for records he requested from a local law enforcement agency. He …
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By Bill Lueders
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12/12/24
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For most of us, this time of year is for celebrating. Once December hits we’re in the holiday season—Thanksgiving leading up to Christmas and then New Year’s celebrations.
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By Sen. Jeff Smith
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12/12/24
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I’ve been accused of being stubborn, like it’s a bad thing. I personally feel it is part of my fine character. A more flattering term might be persevering, or perhaps determined. Anyway, …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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12/12/24
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This month’s column covers a little bit of everything, so thank you for bearing with me!
I’m excited to share that I’ve been appointed by League President Danny Helgerson to …
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By Becky Beissel
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12/11/24
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Years ago, my cousin Elsie sent me a copy of our genealogical past. First it seemed like a lot of folderol, with too many dates and funny names like Ezra and Ezekiel. But I kept at it, admiring …
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By Dave Wood
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12/4/24
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Many people are probably sick of turkey at this point, others may still be finishing up those leftovers in the fridge, but others are thinking about turkeys in another way. The deadline to apply for …
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By Sen. Jeff Smith
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12/4/24
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The 2024 gun deer season has drawn to a close and so sink my husband and sons into a deep depression. Well, not quite, but I know they cherish the nine days together hunting. This year my husband …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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12/4/24
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Riposte—noun, A quick, sharp return in speech or action; to reply or retaliate. ~ Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary
If you’re anything like me, you’d like to be a master of …
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By Dave Wood
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11/27/24
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“I just want you to get along and get things done.” I have heard several versions of that statement over the years from countless citizens. But rarely does the legislature satisfy that …
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By Sen. Jeff Smith
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11/27/24
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There’s no question that this has been a tough year for our family, but we have much to be grateful for. When I'm feeling discouraged or overwhelmed, I remind myself of all the blessings that …
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By Sarah Nigbor
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11/27/24
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“Elections have consequences. I won.” – Barack Obama, Oct. 25, 2010
“Democracy is the theory that the common people know what they want, and deserve to get it good and …
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By Bill Barth
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11/27/24
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Last week I revealed that I discovered my great grandpa’s 57 years of diaries, but found them not very revealing of his character, so resolved to discover his acquaintances still alive who knew …
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By Dave Wood
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11/20/24
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