“As a deer longs for flowing streams, so my soul longs for you, O God” Ps. 42:1
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February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. This year’s theme is “Know Your Worth.”
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For decades, my friend Roger has traveled with a copy of the U.S. Constitution in his luggage.
When the Dunn County News (Sept. 23 edition) showed up at our house, I was excited to see a front-page call for candidate forum questions.
It is a real pleasure to endorse John Rocco Calabrese as the Democratic candidate for the open seat in Assembly District 29.
MADISON, Wis. – In some ways, Wisconsin’s Mike Gallagher and California’s Ro Khanna make for a political odd couple.
My concerns about starting in-person classes were confirmed last week by three young women who showed up to wander the farmers market maskless.
The Menomonie School Board is in desperate need of adult supervision, or group therapy.
MADISON, Wis. – Many U.S. policymakers seem concerned about reopening bars, restaurants and health clubs closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.