The Outdoors By Scott Rall, Outdoors Columnist Last week we talked about what a handling dog is and why you might want to train your dog to this higher level. A handling dog is one that can be directed to a bird or other item to be retrieved by using a whistle and hand signals. If… Read More

Ask a Trooper By Sgt. Jesse Grabow, State Trooper Question: I caught part of the news the other night and heard something about the 100 deadliest days. Can you get me more information on that? Answer: I certainly can. Here is some information we shared on the Minnesota Department of Safety blog. The Minnesota State Patrol is urging… Read More

Cyber Moments By Mike Pfeiffer, CyberFyfe LLC By Mike Pfeiffer, CyberFyfe LLC June in Minnesota has brought us everything from downpours to summer-like sunshine—all in the same week.  As people hit the road, settle in at coffee shops, or log in from the lake cabin, there’s one thing following us everywhere:  public Wi-Fi.  Free?  Yes. … Read More

View From a Prairie Home by Hege Hernfindahl, Columnist This morning, I woke up at three; my heart hammering, sweating despite the ceiling fan that blows our wonderfully air-conditioned air comfortably around our old house. I am scared and traumatized. About all that is happening. I don’t really think I will be tackled to the ground and… Read More

From Where I Sit By Pat Spilseth, Columnist It’s been hard to accept my friend’s latest medical jolt, but necessary: life isn’t always so golden; some days life can feel dark and rusty! Three friends have recently been diagnosed that they are in the early stages of dementia. Our memories fade as we age. That’s why it’s… Read More

Publisher’s Perspective By Tim Douglass, Publisher Israel attacked Iran last week, killing key military leaders and scientists and damaging nuclear sites. Iran has retaliated. Israel PM Bibi Netanyahu may have been attempting to undercut American efforts to reach an agreement with Iran, which had been enriching uranium at levels that could result in weaponization soon, according… Read More

Stoneage Ramblings By John R. Stone Recently I wrote about military parades and the fact they aren’t always the greatest thing for soldiers. When I served in the Army in Germany I worked at Headquarters U.S. Army Europe in Heidelberg. The building I worked in overlooked a parade ground, a large area that seemed useless until… Read More

Growing Green By Robin Trott, Extension Educator Wondering what to plant next in your garden? The results are in! The University of Minnesota Extension’s Master Gardener Seed Trials have announced their 2024 winners—and they’re packed with flavor, color and garden-ready resilience. Each year, Master Gardeners across the state test a selection of vegetables, herbs, and flowers… Read More

View From the Cab By David Tollefson, Columnist Since I milked cows for many years of my farming career, dairy will always be a part of my memories when I think back. Obviously, the dairy business has changed a lot, as has the whole agriculture picture of growing crops to “feed the world.” I grew up milking… Read More

The Outdoors By Scott Rall, Outdoors Columnist My four-dog team of pheasant chasers has recently been reduced to three as my oldest dog, Tracer, now almost 14, retires to the carpet at my sons’ house in Harrisburg, S.D. There are two granddaughters there, ages 5 and 6, who lavish that spoiled dog with constant hugs and… Read More