I’d like to share an insightful opportunity for high school students that might not be widely known. The Dual Enrollment program, available through institutions like South Central College, Minnesota State University and Bethany Lutheran College, offers a fantastic pathway to advance educational opportunities while still in high school — at no cost to the students.…

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The distinction between cowardice and bravery runs through every human heart, challenging individuals to sacrifice for the future. This idea, reminiscent of Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn’s insights, is relevant in today’s communities, where families battle economic hardships, domestic struggles and fear of public scrutiny. It feels like there is little fight left for the world closing in…

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The recent reports of substantial property tax increases in Mankato and North Mankato spotlight a critical economic concern that merits urgent attention. The evolving structure of property taxes, especially the uneven distribution of the tax load across different property types, demands thorough examination. Firstly, the remarkable 60% hike in the taxable value of apartment buildings…

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As a 20-year Mankato resident and organizer of the recent canvassing, I respond to “Our View: Referendum vote has a message for the school.” While I share concerns about the school’s financial management, I’m disheartened by the insinuations of being an outsider. Local advocacy, like door-to-door canvassing, is vital for genuine community engagement.Although school-related property…

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I am a dedicated, longtime Mankato resident committed to engaging with our community. I have recently participated in door-to-door outreach efforts. Recently, a group of committed individuals, including myself, has been canvassing our local neighborhoods. Some have voiced opposition to the proposed tax increase for school-building bonds among us. Others have focused on conversations with…

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