It is with great regret and disappointment Northland Area Family Center announces the closing of A Second Chance Thrift Store in Remer. We had hoped that the renewed interest garnered a few weeks ago would revitalize sales and make the store viable. While sales have improved slightly, there is not …
I have been noticing a lot of signs for Republican candidates along the roads in North Central Minnesota. Increasingly large numbers of people are recognizing that our country is in a dire situation under the current presidential leadership.
Our students deserve better than to have revenue cut by the state. They deserve better than for the state and federal governments to continually underfund mandated programs. They deserve better than state legislators continually deferring state aid (your tax dollars); thereby requiring school districts to pay interest on borrowed money, …
You obviously are aware that a bi-partisan vote of Minnesota legislature favored the right of the Minnesota people to vote regarding the proposed marriage amendment on the 2012 ballot. Unfortunately, the citizens of Iowa and 10 other states never had the chance to voice their opinion. Activist judges and politicians …
There are plenty of Bible believing Christians who oppose the marriage amendment. We are not denying the sanctity or importance of marriage. My wife and I have been married for 46 years and do not understand how allowing gay people to enjoy the same love and benefits of marriage will …
Once again the school board wants money. More money by tugging on the heart strings of the voters to help the students. Just once it would be nice if the school board could see the forest for the trees. Before I go any further, let me say that I know …
On November 6 you will be asked to vote on the proposed constitutional amendment regarding marriage which reads, "Shall the Minnesota Constitution be amended to provide that only a union of one man and one woman shall be valid or recognized as a marriage in Minnesota?"
The Hackensack Chamber of Commerce along with local churches and businesses will again be hosting "The Children's Giving Tree" for Christmas this year. If you or someone you know are in need of gifts for Christmas, please call (218) 675-5700 with the following information, or send information to: Christmas Giving …
Program Expansion for Longville Area Food Shelf AnnouncedLongville Area Food Shelf is excited to announce the expansion of services. In order to accomplish this, the actual food shelf space will be transitioning into the sales area of the Tossed & Found building. The existing kitchen area in the current building …
This holiday season please consider the gift of fabric to the Loving Hands Community Quilt Club. As we begin our second year, we look forward to making more quilts exclusively for local need. Last year, our goal was to make 50 quilts...to our surprise, we made over 230! With your …
If you stayed home last Saturday (Nov. 25) evening, you missed a Winter Wonderland right here in beautiful downtown Longville. Yes, the sleigh bells were jingling, the fire was cracking, the snow was sparkling as it fell, and neighbors, friends and visitors, young and old alike, were bundled up enjoying …
The economic well-being of Longville and the surrounding area depends on the success of our existing businesses and start up of new businesses. The Longville Economic Growth Task Force believes that all businesses and start up of new businesses, whether they are manufacturing, retail, construction, or service related businesses, area …
The current economy has brought about very challenging circumstances for today's non-profits. Organizations that are in place to serve those in need find that they, themselves, are in need. A dramatic drop in donations is further complicated by a greater number of people needing service.
"Drink Responsibly!" You hear that a lot these days, even from the manufactures. But how many people know what it means? The holiday season is a good time to learn about safe drinking practices. But, it is not very easy and, as a society, we do a poor job in …
