Opinion

Fight now or flee later. That seems to be the nature of countries.

Images of Afghan refugees packing planes and Taliban terrorists hoisting guns should be burned into everyone’s memory. This is what happens when too much power is given to one group of people. It’s what happens when extremism isn’t stopped from the start.

Wisconsin newspaper readers have expressed their worries about the COVID-19 Delta variant.

Out of 760 respondents, 49 percent said they were very concerned about the variant. Another 28 percent said they were somewhat concerned, and 22 percent said they weren’t worried at all. Remaining respondents weren’t sure.

I encourage all area school boards to create a policy to mandate mask wearing by all students, staff, administrators and visitors, including those involved in sports activities.

August 29, 2021 marks three years since flooding devastated many communities across the 17th Senate District in August 2018. The flooding caused immense damage to homes, businesses, roads and trails.

Life is filled with exchanges. Employees exchange 40 hours for a paycheck. Fans exchange $40 for a seat at the game (and then exchange another $10 for a hotdog and drink)! Every day we exchange time, money, effort and emotion for what we hope brings us joy, peace and satisfaction.