Opinions
As we set our clocks ahead we all need to start thinking about Spring Clean Up. This spring it is going to happen in Northwood from April 25 through April 27. This is an opportunity for ALL Northwood residents to tidy up their property. I want to highlight the fact that spring and fall clean ups...
When I first moved to the upper Midwest I was told that Byerly’s Food Stores were wonderful upscale markets and it was a real treat to shop there. There wasn’t a location anywhere near to my home so a drive to Minneapolis was required. Yes, the stores were truly wonderful with carpeted aisles and...
WEEK EIGHT
The first funnel week is over!! Very little floor debate this week as we had subcommittees and committee meetings to keep bills moving and remain eligible for floor debate this year.
State Government committee moved several bills forward, three of particular interest to me included...
With our first legislative deadline on Friday, the Senate was busy with subcommittees and committees, working to get our bills through. Every day was filled with a wide range of topics, and some committees would even have to take a break and come back later in the day. With such a busy week, we...
How St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated in Ireland
Initially a religious holiday to commemorate the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick’s Day has since evolved into a global celebration of Irish culture. In fact, it has become one of the most popular days of the year to throw a party and gather with...
Echoes from the
Loafers’ Club Meeting
I watched someone do 50 pushups yesterday.
Do you think you could do that?
Of course. I could watch someone do 100 pushups.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. March came in...
Dear Savvy Senior,
At age 70, I’ve become more and more forgetful lately and am concerned it may be an early sign of dementia. Are there any memory screening tools or services that you can recommend to help me gage my problem, without going to a neurologist?
Forgetful Frank
Dear Frank,
Many...
We have one week to go until what legislators call ‘funnel week,’ which means Senate bills need to be out of Senate committees in order to be considered for the rest of the year. House bills also need to be out of House committees. This rule does not apply to bills in Appropriations or Ways and...
WEEK SEVEN
The first funnel deadline is in one week, and policy bills must pass through a senate or house committee to be considered this year. Ways and Means and Appropriation bills are not subject to this deadline. Committee members are working overtime to sort, schedule subcommittees, review...
Reconnect 720 has a new sign out front that announces it is a “gathering place for seniors.” Hopefully that will help the community know whose happy place it is and that to join our meals and activities is a great way to reconnect.
March’s calendar is filled with both new and repeat events...