Letters to the Editor

Raupp backs law enforcement with sentence 

Nine hundred eighteen months in prison. A little more than 76 years to Karl Thomas Holmberg, 66, for shooting at law enforcement officers, who were trying to serve a search warrant to his home. Kudos …

If you haven’t watched the YouTube recording of this board meeting — to find it, open YouTube and search for “Benton County MN” — I encourage you to do so. What you will …

Praise for the Veterans Day salute

The Benton County News once again printed an awesome Veterans Day salute to the many veterans for their dedication and service to their country. A heartfelt thanks goes out to all who advertised to …

Thank you, veterans 

On this Veterans Day, the members of the Sauk Rapids American Legion Post and Auxiliary 254 would like to express our sincere appreciation to the men and women who are serving or who have served in …

Halloween pranks 

As the sun was about to set, she turned on the porch light to welcome the Halloween ghosts and goblins. As the treat basket was emptied, she turned off the light and went inside.   A short …

Say ‘grats’ at dinner

When we read about problems and tragedies, it’s easy to become distressed. To increase happiness, think about things for which you have gratitude.   My family does this at the end of …

The Sauk Rapids Herald and Benton County News article “Tri-county property owners will pay airport tax” was not surprising to me. I understand Commissioner Ed Popp was counseled on the …

The Sauk Rapids Herald and Benton County News article “Tri-county property owners will pay airport tax” was not surprising to me. I understand Commissioner Ed Popp was counseled on the …

Do not rescind the Endangerment Finding

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s proposal to rescind the Endangerment Finding and greenhouse gas vehicle standards is reckless and dangerous. It disregards overwhelming scientific …

County Road 2 needs priority

Thirty-four million dollars for a palace office for our spend-it-all commissioners. Lost in the spending spree were more dollars for our roads. Benton County Road 2 from about North Freedom Road …

County Road 2 needs priority 

Thirty-four million dollars for a palace office for our spend-it-all commissioners. Lost in the spending spree were more dollars for our roads. Benton County Road 2 from about North Freedom Road …

Remember POW/MIA

On Friday, Sept. 19, we will commemorate National POW/MIA Recognition Day. The third Friday in September every year is set aside to remember and recognize this day of remembrance.   …

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