To the Editor, In light of recent city council meetings, I would like to take the time to provide the public with information regarding Willow Creek and share, what I feel, is holding it back from becoming one of Henning’s greatest assets.  Though I grew up in Henning, I am an unfamiliar name to many of you… Read More

The last time I had any commentary on my occasional instances of doing harm to myself was from one of my children. I had slipped and chipped two front teeth as I was climbing onto one of my tractors on the farm. “Look,” one of The Young Girls said to me—(and they’re not that young anymore)—“We’ll… Read More

With the birth of a new baby comes the opportunity to give a name that is unique to that child.  It can be an overwhelming moment or a simple one. My niece is 12-years-old and is the first of my oldest brothers children.  Since he was in high school back in the 80’s he knew that… Read More

By Jim Pumarlo Special to the Advocate My days of sitting behind an editor’s desk have passed, but I’ll never lose my newspaper blood. I regularly enjoy my first cup of coffee while scanning newspaper websites. It’s a great way to keep current on what’s happening in communities. Public affairs have always been a passion, so I… Read More

I have in the past written about how to best kill an apple tree. Let’s clear that up. Should you want an apple tree to survive, you must: Select an apple tree correct for this growing zone; support it with posts and ties to keep the wind from shaking the soil loose around the roots; protect… Read More

My most recently read book is titled “Where Are They Buried?  How Did They Die? Fitting Ends and Final Resting Places of the Famous, Infamous, and Noteworthy.” It is written by Tod Benoit.   When the old adage of “Don’t judge a book by its cover” pops into my head, I try to tamp it down. … Read More

When one of our students showed me all the different books she was reading at one time, it simply amazed me that she could keep the story lines separate as she read. Then I came to the realization that I too have been doing the same things without even realizing it.  In the morning I listen… Read More

To the Editor, I began my duty as a councilman on January 5, 2021. At my first meeting I was told by a council member that as a newcomer I didn’t know how things get done. At that first meeting, we agreed to send the Ottertail council a letter showing them we are backing our mayor…. Read More

To the Editor, On March 15 at 5:30 p.m. there will be a city council meeting. If you are interested in the fate of our town, BE THERE! Let them know how you feel. Don’t wait for someone else to do it for you. Pete Hagen, Henning

To the Editor,  From what we hear and read about the city council we think the following prayer would be useful: The New Serenity Prayer God, grant me the serenity to accept the people I cannot change,  which is pretty much everyone,  since I’m clearly not you, God. At least not the last time I checked. And while you’re at it, God, please give… Read More