Michael’s Musings
My family and I recently returned from a trip to Glacier National Park. During my time on this planet, I’ve seen mountains, oceans, and many things in between. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve come to appreciate the process of creating memories over seeing those amazing sights in person and the...
I can’t be the only one getting text messages from random numbers asking for my opinions on a variety of election topics and the candidates running for office. As annoying as it can be, it’s an important part of a democracy. Come to think of it… how’d they even get my number?
Another election...
Next Tuesday evening, on August 4, you’re bound to notice an increase of folks mingling on your local streets and in nearby neighborhoods – part of a nation-wide event known as National Night Out.
National Night Out began as a grassroot effort to strengthen neighborhood watch programs and...
We encounter a lot of festivals and celebrations during the summer months around here. A big one is the annual Wright County Fair which opened Wednesday, July 22.
More years than not, my family and I have made the trip to St. Paul for the “Great Minnesota Get-Together,” but in my experience, the...
Every summer, when the fireworks are over and the dust settles a week or two after the Fourth of July celebrations, I feel a sense of sadness creep in. I’m not sure why, it isn’t rational, but I’m guessing it’s tied to the feeling that summer won’t last forever. I begin to wonder if I’m making...
It’s common to see a “national day” for almost any product. National Donut Day, National Taco Day, National Popcorn Day. Much of it is driven by marketing. It’s a great way for sellers and marketers to put a bug in your ear. Afterall, if it’s National Popcorn Day, you have to treat yourself, right...
As our nation turns 250 years old, it’s fun to look back through time at some of the historical highlights. There’s a lot to cover in a span of 250 years. It’s overwhelming in some ways. So much has changed since the beginning.
I remember studying U.S. History in high school. The textbook was...
Spending time in a fishing boat on any one of our beautiful area lakes gives a person a lot of time to think and reflect. I’m guessing that many Minnesota anglers have grappled with one of fishing’s greatest questions: What’s better, walleye or pike?
Perhaps asking oneself which is better is not...
Data centers are a hot topic right now, especially in Wright County, Monticello in particular. Our friends at the Monticello Times have been kind enough to allow the Journal-Press to publish a few articles written by Lauren Flaum, keeping local residents up to date on the latest developments into...
Flag Day is fast approaching – celebrated June 14 in honor of the Stars and Stripes. While not a federal holiday, Flag Day serves as an important reminder of our nation’s history and the values represented by the American flag.
The origins of Flag Day trace back to June 14, 1777, when the Second...
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