The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has wasted little time since the Trump administration’s move into the White House on Jan. 20, 2025. In just under two month’s time, DOGE estimates it has saved 115 billion taxpayer dollars. This was the figure posted on the official DOGE website as of Tuesday, March 18. The site notes that this amount is […]
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Rock & Roll Memories On stage with the Society “Ten Men Strong”
By Tom Tourville If you were a new Midwest band or operated a ballroom between 1967-1968, there was one sure bet. That bet, is if you were a “blue eyed” soul & horn band or operated a ballroom using soul bands, you were both doing some big business. There is no question, “blue eyed soul bands were the hot product. […]
Join in on the conversation! What is a successful Pipestone Area School graduate?
By Dr. Klint W. Willert, PAS Superintendent of Schools What skills are most important for our future graduates? How can our communities help prepare students for a life after graduation? What can we do to ensure our students have the ability to be successful in realizing their full potential? These are important questions we are exploring here at Pipestone Area […]
Sweet beautiful spring
Baseball with the kids, dog walking, grilling, garden preparation and trampoline assembly. Those are just a few of the ways I enjoyed the first warm weekend of the year. The forecast indicates that spring-like weather is not yet here to stay, but the calendar says it’s on its way. In fact, some of the sure signs of spring in Pipestone […]
Oh, doggie
Growing up, I always said that I love dogs, but I did not want to own one someday unless I lived on a farm. I wanted a dog that could run around outside and live in the heated garage attached to the house. Fast forward to today and you might smile if you see my family walking our dog down […]
Lifesaving facts to know about colon cancer screening
TO THE EDITOR: March is National Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Timing is everything. And with colon cancer screening, timing is vital. While colorectal cancer leads to 52,000 deaths each year, it’s among the most treatable cancers when caught early. Colorectal cancer is common, with more than 150,000 new cases found each year, and it’s the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths […]
Year around African violets
Winter months can be long and dreary with limited blooming flowers indoors. Many houseplants though adding beautiful greenery, don’t bloom. African violets can bloom several times during the year and can be a special treat to enjoy. African violets (Saintpaulia ionantha) are native to Eastern Africa. They are relatively easy to grow and they come in many variety of colors. […]
What did you do this weekend?
With the beautiful weather we have had recently, I hope many of you have taken some time to get out and enjoy this early spring weather. I took a road trip down to Lawrence, Kan., I stopped in Omaha and the Nebraska City area to visit family on the way, and at a few state parks along the road as […]
At PAS Watching the Legislature
By Dr. Klint W. Willert, PAS Superintendent of Schools Each year, school leaders and board members across Minnesota closely monitor legislative developments in St. Paul, anticipating their impact on school district operations. Recent legislative sessions have introduced new mandates and policy requirements that add complexity and financial strain to local school districts. These include expanded Earned Safe and Sick Time, […]
Thumbs down, thumbs up
For this column submission, I offer my thumbs down or thumbs up to a few areas of local, state, or national concern. Thumbs down: Biological males in women’s sports. President Trump has endeavored to end this practice with a recent Executive Order, but in Minnesota it appears the practice can continue. The Minnesota State High School League is currently ‘seeking […]
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