The recent rainfall has brought much-needed relief to wildlife in our area. Prior to the rains, drier conditions were placing a strain on the … [Read more...] about Letter: Drought impacting wildlife
Opinion
Opinion: What to consider before applying for a small business loan
By Sam Tulp, loan specialist, Center for Rural Affairs Do you have a great idea for a business? Or already own a business and are looking for ways … [Read more...] about Opinion: What to consider before applying for a small business loan
Opinion: COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective
By Bart Anderson I hope that this article can answer some questions for those of you who have yet to get vaccinated against COVID-19. This is the … [Read more...] about Opinion: COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective
Opinion: Local foods celebrated during National Farmers Market Week
By Wyatt Fraas, Farm & Community Assistant Director, Center for Rural Affairs When conventional food supply chains had difficulties adapting at … [Read more...] about Opinion: Local foods celebrated during National Farmers Market Week
What is “step-up in tax basis”?
"Cost basis" is a term unfamiliar to most. Estate planning lawyers and accountants use it a lot, but what does it mean? Cost basis is used to … [Read more...] about What is “step-up in tax basis”?
Letter to the Editor: A Special Thank You
A very special thank you to each and every one of you who brought a smile by, and celebrated Joyce's life with me. The friends Joyce and I have made … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: A Special Thank You
Letter to the Editor: My Heart is Full of Gratitude
Wow! Where to even start. My heart is full of gratitude for all the people who showed up the evening of January 10th. The fire department, my … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: My Heart is Full of Gratitude
Opinion: Investing in small meat processors key to creating resilient food system
By Johnathan Hladik, policy director, Center for Rural Affairs With demand for local foods growing steadily over the past 16 months, livestock … [Read more...] about Opinion: Investing in small meat processors key to creating resilient food system
Elder abuse
A topic that seems rarely to be addressed by the media, but which has serious consequences, is elder abuse. Caring for frail older people is a very … [Read more...] about Elder abuse
Letter: Gravel Grinder Thank Yous
In regards to the article that rant last week regarding the Gravel Grinder at Beaver Dam State Park, I would just like to take a minute to recognize a … [Read more...] about Letter: Gravel Grinder Thank Yous