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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...
With gas prices on the high-side, and the rising cost of things in general, the tradition of a summer road trip may seem less appealing than in years past, especially if you’re towing a camper which can guzzle gas quicker than my dog eats her breakfast.
For those looking to enjoy summer without...
With another school year winding down, I’ve seen an increase in social media posts written by parents discussing summer plans, with many looking for ideas and activities to keep kids busy during the long unstructured days ahead. With families leading busy lives, the three-month summer break can be...
Friday, May 22, marks National Poppy Day. Around this time each year, we often see red paper poppies hanging out of front shirt pockets, from jackets, and on hats worn by folks across Wright County as residents pause to remember the sacrifices made by military service members.
National Poppy Day...
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