Thank you Chris Kulinski for your fabulously disingenuous letter. It was naked Republican fear and cowardice on display. While claiming not to be a Republican you managed to get in a veritable symphony of Republican dog whistles. Fake news, no climate change, “morphed carrion eating lemmings” (that one was an inspired description of Corporate Democrats and Republicans alike), the repetition

The Taylor County area could use a wild rice processor. Over the past couple decades some of the finest wild rice beds in the state have developed here. Yet those who gather this rice must travel at least 75 miles to have it processed. And since the rice must often be left at the site to be picked up after processing, it can take two trips. The season usually runs from mid August to mid September.

I am concerned about the climate crisis on several levels. As a former biology teacher, I understand the reality and the seriousness of the problem. As a former resort owner, I am well aware of the climate change risks to the tourism industry in northern Wisconsin. A warming climate is bad for business. (The same is true for the timber industry.) As an admirer of God’s creation, I realize my responsibility

I have been holding my tongue for quite some time, watching all the fake news print and media outlets. I read and watch many of them and it is quite time consuming. But I do it, because it is essential so that we the people know of what is going on in the swamp. It might be helpful to let people know that there are a few reliable sources that still print and broadcast the truth. I am neither

Necessity is the mother of cooperation. On Monday, the Medford city council took the first step in approving an agreement to help the village of Stetsonville operate its water system. The agreement will formalize what has been taking place since late 2019. Faced with the loss of an employee, the village’s leadership asked the city’s public works department to help out in a pinch and ensure