A lot is going on here in Minnesota, the United States and around the world. I would love to share my opinion on current events — as everyone knows. This week, you’re off the hook because of an …
Each year, when we set our clocks ahead for daylight saving time, we’re reminded that longer days and warmer weather are just around the corner. I think of the saying “spring ahead” to remember …
We at Ultra Sonnek — using the royal “we” in this instance — pride ourselves on striving for creativity and originality in all of our columns. However, it seems we keep getting hit with …
The conversation was about healthy eating. One woman claimed you should only buy food that would have been in your grandma’s grocery cart. That depends on what generation of grandmas we are …
There are certain things you don’t buy because you need them; you buy them because they feel like home. A couple weeks ago, while scrolling Facebook Marketplace, I came across a listing that …
The United States has new heroes. Well, some of us have new heroes. The image of Jack Hughes grinning with joy after the U.S. Olympic men’s hockey team defeated the Canadians in Milan, Italy, …
Full disclosure: I’m starting to write this column with more of a buzz than usual. After all, the last thing I wrote was the end of my latest manuscript. It’s not just any manuscript, …
What did you do last week? For me, there were the usual things. I got up in the morning, had coffee and played a game of cribbage with Don. There were many conversations with him. There were the …
On the surface, I had a great day Feb. 14. I knew it was bound to be a busy day; I had many fun things planned. They were all work but still fun plans. Little did I know when I woke up at …
As I set the hook on another crappie, I noticed the fish house door open up on a unit that was 40 yards away from me. While I gently eased a nice fish to the surface, I kept an eye on the gentleman …
Presidents’ Day is a holiday I didn’t think of for much of my life. Like many average Americans, it was one of those federal holidays that seemed more like a nuisance. You might have taken notice …
This weekend isn’t just for lovers; it’s also a great time for farm toy enthusiasts. The Sauk Centre Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 37th annual Farm Toy Show Feb. 14 at the …