Sarah Palin is a self-described “pit-bull.” John McCain is a self-described “straight-talker.” Are those accurate descriptions? What does it really say about them? First, the … more

Several people at the Almelund Threshing Show expressed concern that their apples are small this summer. Some were wondering if it was because the trees weren’t getting enough fertilizer or water. … more

By Daniel J. Vance In early evening, January 27, 2005, Shaun Cook and his girlfriend were driving through downtown Minneapolis. She had just been at H&R Block doing her taxes, and Shaun soon … more

Sometimes I just need to vent. Driving back to and from work I feel like I’m the bad guy. Driver’s inches from my back bumper trying to force me to drive faster. Then they pass and pull right … more

At a recent wake, we almost interrupted a person offering platitudes to a family member of the deceased. “Listen up,” we wanted to say. “You don’t know anything.” Of course we didn’t … more

Hate is the antithesis of Christianity. Hatred of immigrants, even undocumented immigrants and homosexuals is not “Christian,” despite what you may perceive in your reading of scripture or hear … more