Author Archives: Peggy Bakken
Our viewpoint: Funding for pre-K programs is a necessary step
A growing number of scientific findings on early brain development and the ability of children to learn more earlier is …
No known threats here, but residents asked to report suspicious activity
According to state, local and national security sources, there are no known threats in Minnesota or Hennepin County at this …
Editorial: Budget revisions are step in the right direction, but let’s stay cautious
Gov. Mark Dayton’s revised budget is much improved over his initial budget of January 2013. He dumped the “business-to-business” sales …
Our viewpoint: State should fund all-day kindergarten for all
Gov. Mark Dayton has proposed to invest $40 million to expand participation in all-day kindergarten. The funding would be available …
Attorneys association joins Sen. Latz in proposed gun legislation
by T.W. Budig - ECM Capitol reporter Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Ron Latz is carrying legislation to keep guns out of …
The end of the world is not near — But just in case …
I don’t believe a word of this “end of the world” chatter. As far as I am concerned, the only …
Walz re-elected in 1st District
by Emily Bialkowski – ECM Publishers The incumbent seems to have it in Minnesota’s contest for the U.S. House of …
Newly re-elected President Obama never more hopeful for America
Posted November 7, 2012 at 1:33 am by Howard Lestrud Saying he is hopeful “tonight,” newly re-elected President Barack Obama …
Minnesotans seek to hold onto No. 1 spot in voting turnout
by Howard Lestrud – HometownSource “Get in line by 8 p.m.” and help Minnesota continue to hold its No. 1 …
Put a little chill in your heart
I was never the mom who planned ahead. If it was a birthday, I was the lady running through the …
