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TIM LUTZ COLUMN: Challenges we've faced and how we rose to meet them

As the 2022 class prepares to graduate at the end of this year, I thought it would be fitting to reflect on the similarities between two difficult time periods a century apart.

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Finding Faith: God's call is by design

Five years ago, Inka Mathew felt a tug on her heart from God after she learned from a friend that Houston is a big hub for human trafficking. A freelance graphic designer, Mathew said God pulled on her heart to use her talents to help fight the slave trade, and the small business 139Made was born.

May 20, 2022 09:30 AM

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COMMENTARY: The point was to call for energy caution

If America alone takes injudicious steps to decrease carbon emissions in reaction to overstated or unproven global warming fears, it risks becoming dependent on essential energy supplies from countries that couldn’t care less about climate change.

May 18, 2022 06:50 AM

A golden retriever stands on a gravel road.

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Walking Nova the golden retriever is either a wild goose chase or a drag

Every walk with Nova is a new adventure and provides me with not only cardio exercise, but also training in patience and sometimes, resistance work.

May 16, 2022 05:30 AM

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LaDuke: When the frogs sing

"As much as we have lost, we still have wild things. The biodiversity of the north country provides a home for the animals and the people, butterflies and frogs. Yet, that biodiversity is being fragmented by government policies, corporations, greed, and downright stupidity."

May 14, 2022 11:00 AM

By Winona LaDuke

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DAVE HENGEL COLUMN: Great communities are built, not born

The assets that bring prosperity and economic growth are not inherited. Like our all-fiber broadband network, key quality of life and economic development amenities can be identified and built.

May 14, 2022 06:50 AM

By Dave Hengel

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Finding Faith: The solidarity in The Lord's Prayer

"The prayer is dear to Christians because Jesus, the son of God, teaches us to pray in this fashion. And while there are variations depending upon the Christian denomination, the prayer has remained fairly consistent in wording for hundreds of years."

May 13, 2022 09:30 AM

By Devlyn Brooks

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McFeely: Fishing dreams begin in New York Mills as a roll of aluminum

Popular Lund boats made in New York Mills factory will be common on Minnesota lakes on fishing opener Saturday, May 14.

May 13, 2022 06:10 AM

By Mike McFeely

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Blue Tin Ranch grows agritourism business on an old family farm

With a solid business plan, hard work and enthusiasm, agritourism can be an option to stay on a farm and create added income, all while providing others a connection to agriculture.

May 13, 2022 05:30 AM

By Katie Pinke

A bank at left, with the words Dakota Heritage Bank on the side of the brick external wall, has vehicles parked outside of it. A cafe in the distance to the right also has vehicles outside.

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Small towns are still open for business, thanks to those who believe they're worth it

Losing the bank in town seemed like it could be the beginning of the end for the community. Instead, it revealed that there are still some business leaders who believe in small towns.

May 09, 2022 05:30 AM

By Jenny Schlecht

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PIONEER PERSPECTIVES: Inside the press box at two unforgettable Bemidji State hockey games

As a sports journalist, there are certain times when the moment overwhelms any chance of remaining completely calm and collected. I was fortunate enough to experience two moments like that this past hockey season.

May 07, 2022 06:50 AM

By Christian Babcock

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Hulett: The point was to call for energy caution

"If America alone takes injudicious steps to decrease carbon emissions in reaction to overstated or unproven global warming fears, it risks becoming dependent for essential energy supplies on countries that couldn’t care less about climate change," writes InForum columnist Mike Hulett.

May 07, 2022 06:00 AM

By Mike Hulett

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Finding Faith: God’s grace isn’t just for you, it’s for everyone

"We’re all frayed from two years of living with anxiety, worry, division, financial concerns, employment concerns, separation from our loved ones, death and illness. And making our way back from this tender place is going to take time and intention. In other words, it’s going to take us emulating God’s lead."

May 06, 2022 09:30 AM

By Devlyn Brooks