letter to the editor

The recent crimes against the Closs family in Wisconsin help show a serious long-term flaw of the people of the United States. It might be the result of trying to have a "melting pot" nation, or maybe having too much European heritage. Or, maybe something else.

The Pequot Lakes American Legion Post 49 Color Guard, which was asked to participate along with the Jenkins VFW and local veterans at Pequot Lakes High School on Nov. 12 for the Veterans Day program, would like to thank the school administration and school board very much for the...

Dear baseball players, Please stop spitting. Wear the same uniform: It's either pants, or it's socks and stirrups. You're a team after all. Take off the showy necklaces and other jewelry. They have no place in a baseball game. Quit adjusting your gloves. Put your hats on straight....

We, the members of the 40&8 that represents Pequot, Crosslake, Nisswa and Pine River, would like to thank all who attended our blueberry pancakes, sausage and egg breakfast Sunday, Aug. 12, at Post 49. We feel it was very successful. It was a very successful fundraiser, the goal of...

I have been living in Pequot Lakes since I was a young lad. I ran for city council and lost because at the last minute a current council member asked his neighbor to run because, in my opinion, he knew I was fiscally conservative and disagreed wholeheartedly about the new tax and...

Maybe Republican Donald Trump isn't guilty of 'collusion' after all, because collusion isn't a crime, he says. However, many people are saying treason, conspiracy, spying, obstruction of justice, and many other felonies appear to be part of his repertoire. Respected media companies...

In this day and age of limited government funds for essential and moderately essential service and expenditures, how can we support the expenditure of 6.7 Million dollars on a Loon Center in Crosslake? It's loony and the place, when is built, it ought to showcase as loons the politicians...

I and many citizens are not OK with what Mayor Adams was allowed to publish, page A11 July 19 Echo Journal. To use her words - April 11 Mayor's Notebook - "Unfortunately, a great deal of the information was incomplete or totally inaccurate," I believe. A ton was left out; I believe...

Line 3 has operated for nearly 50 years, and Minnesota refiners count on it daily to move significant volumes of crude oil. Line 3 has maintenance challenges, yet is safely operated with reduced pressure and volume. However, the volume reductions have created challenges for Minnesota...

My biggest concern with the proposed National Loon Center is the location. As of now, it is next to the Pine River Dam in the Crosslake Recreation Area. This well-known campground, visited by over 200,000 visitors annually, is enjoyed for its preserved wildness and lake access. Many...

"Fascism: A Warning," by Madeleine Albright: Everyone should read this book. It's historical and relevant to all times. It is an examination of fascism by Albright, the first woman to serve as U.S. secretary of state. She says: "A Fascist is someone who claims to speak for the whole...

I was very happy that administrative law Judge O'Reilly recommended replacing Enbridge's Line 3. Pipelines remain the safest way to transport crude oil, much safer than by train or by truck. If the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission really cares about keeping our communities safe,...

I just can't wait! Last week I picnicked with my sons, their lovely brides and my four energetic grandkids. We met at a park in St. Cloud, specifically because it had neat playground equipment, clean restrooms, picnic tables and ... a splash pad! Previously, I had no clue as to what...

While we are enjoying walks through the woods and fields on beautiful spring days, we need to remember to prevent Lyme, anaplasmosis and babesiosis by checking for the very small deer ticks when you get home. Ticks know no borders and respect no boundaries. The patient's county or...

A recent letter on Enbridge lobbying expenses requires clarification for the benefit of your readers.