
Opinion


Thank you for reading this
Man has almost unlimited power to do damage and cause suffering, as we have been learning lately, and some slight power to do good, but as we grow up and pay attention to our surroundings, we see that we are beneficiaries of great gifts for which we can claim no credit, and so we have a day of thanksgiving in November, just as we’re bracing for winter.

Think about thankfulness
The month is clipping along at a brisk pace.

Liquor, gossip and politics
James Vincent was a former resident of both International Falls and Ranier.

A good weekend in Georgia
I like flying out of the Atlanta airport.

Following distance
Question: I can’t help but notice but it seems like a lot of people are following each other too close out on the highways.


Elections’ Selections
It’s finally here—perhaps most important election in our somewhat-united, polarized States since Civil War and Civil Rights.

Here’s to Bosun’s Mate “Pappy” Schmidt
With November and Veteran’s Day upon us, it is a good time to reflect on the service of those who defend our freedom.