Give local leaders your input What’s the forecast for Minnesota in 2010? And I’m not talking about the weather. Kathy Nelson - 1 opinion posted

The long trip to Faribault, my new home When I saw the welcome to Minnesota sign on Interstate 35 North early last Monday afternoon I smiled. Actually, I let out a little cheer. Kathy Nelson - 3 opinions posted

This is no time to wait on Afghanistan Six months ago I shared my great confidence in the course our commander in chief was charting to achieve victory in Afghanistan. Rep. John Kline - 7 opinions posted

Buster stole a piece of our hearts At the time Buster Brown entered our lives, we weren’t really looking for a dog. Our then 4 1/2-year-old Alex and 22-month-old Andy just liked going to the pet store to look at the fish swimming in the aquariums. We were in a fish phase. Jaci Smith, Regional Editor - 10 opinions posted