Editorial – Page 28

Will Tuinstra violate term limits rules he invokes for others?

August 31, 2019

ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. John Tuinstra I hear tell from reliable sources that Dorr Township Trustee John Tuinstra is seriously considering a third four-year term on the Township Board in next year's election. If he is, I pronounce...

All boards, councils should answer questions at hearings

August 23, 2019

ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. I hereby request all boards, commissions and councils to cease and desist with the annoying practice of taking only public comments, but not questions, from constituents at public hearings. Public hearings are supposed to...

Gun Lake Tribe gives Hopkins Twp. more than it takes away

August 16, 2019

ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. Hopkins Township Supervisor Mark Evans last Monday night produced a “poop sheet” asserting that the township is losing a lot more tax revenue than reported earlier because of the Gun Lake Tribe taking land...

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Public invited to next Dorr Library Board meeting Aug. 19

August 11, 2019

Rachel Vote The Dorr Township Library Board appreciates everyone who came out and voted on the library millage last Tuesday, especially all those who voted yes. We are very disappointed that the millage failed and the library does not have a secure funding source to continue operating at the current...

Don’t eliminate, but regulate the Internet for safety at home

August 10, 2019

ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” article. It is an editorial by the editor. “It can’t happen here. It can’t happen here. I’m telling you my dear, that it can’t happen here.” — Frank Zappa and the Mothers, 1966 Two developments this past week served as a reminder...

Message to Dorr Township Board: ‘Your cancer is back’

July 27, 2019

ACHTUNG: The following is not a “fair and balanced’ article. It is an editorial by the editor. Vicki Fifelski Perhaps the worst news anyone can get is “Your cancer is back.” It might be even worse than “You have cancer” because you may have held out hope that you beat...

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July the 4th in Hopkins was small town America at its best

July 26, 2019

To the editor: It Takes a Village…..we have all heard the saying, but in this case I am referring to the effort put forth by the Village of Hopkins to sponsor a wonderful, family friendly, 4th of July celebration. The day began with a 5K sponsored by the local chapter...

Let’s not let Dorr Library be a victim of ‘Bowling Alone’

July 21, 2019

ACHTUNG: This is not a "fair and balanced" article. It is an editorial by the editor. It’s no surprise to anyone when I add my voice to those who support the Dorr Township Library’s request for one mill in the Aug. 6 special election. For what it’s worth, perhaps not...

Does Gun Lake Casino battle prejudice, discrimination?

July 13, 2019

Molly Ivins ACHTUNG: The following is not a "fair and balanced" story. It is an editorial by the editor. “The purpose of gummint is to create a healthy bidness climate.” — The late, great columnist Molly Ivins, quoting a state lawmaker speaking in the Texas Leggie Ever since Ronald Reagan...

Police chief’s attempt at transparency is welcome

July 7, 2019

ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” story. It is an editorial by the editor. New Wayland Police Chief Mark Garnsey deserved a better result after his attempt to do the right thing during a big police operation on Maple Street last Monday. Garnsey put out a very public...

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