A couple of weeks ago, many children were awakened by parents or perhaps parents awakened by children because Santa came. There was excitement and joy in what was about to happen as they rushed to see the new gifts under the tree. Although many parents forced their children to get to bed so that “Santa could come,” if the children had their way, they would have stayed awake and would have been vigilant all night.
This article explains the story behind the new Championship Banners that you may have seen in last week’s paper, which the school board authorized for display. During a board work session, we discussed how to leave a lasting legacy for our champion teams that all members of the community could easily see. After thoughtful discussion, we decided to honor all past championship teams and, moving forward, hang a banner for each top-three team. This year, we were fortunate to have two teams reach that honor, joining the eight previous championship teams.
For three years running, Beyond Reason has considered the new year’s resolution. A new year’s resolution is just a goal, a commitment, ranging from the very specific (lose ten pounds/only eat a whole food plant-based diet/save $5,000) to the very abstract (workout more/eat better/save something). In a vacuum, a new year’s resolution isn’t funny. Luckily, a new year’s resolution, however specific or abstract, involves a human. A human is funny. A human with goals is the gift that keeps on giving.
Have you ever ventured beyond the surface of this terrestrial ball, passing through the gateway of the earth’s crust into the dark, cave realms beneath? Several years ago, some of my family did just that, exploring a cave in the Black Hills. It was a journey into the remarkable and bizarre, revealing stalactites, fossilized organic matter, and the unique boxwork formations riddling the underground dwelling. The caverns were carefully lit to showcase their wonders without disturbing the delicate ecosystem.
Rev. Scott Prouty – First Presbyterian As the year 2025 has arrived, many Christians are reflecting on their faith and asking themselves how they can… Login to continue reading Login…
Andy OuradaRedwood Valley Activities and Community Education Director Since 2010, Redwood Valley has hosted one of the largest wrestling tournaments in Minnesota, if not the… Login to continue reading Login…
Beyond Reason by Rob Perez This time of year, every trip to the mailbox results in a handful of holiday cards. I mostly like holiday… Login to continue reading Login…
To the editor: Since the election, many of us are basking in the realization that the last four-year nightmare is about to end. That doesn’t… Login to continue reading Login…
Beyond Reason by Rob Perez Most of the year, Beyond Reason steadies its gaze on the present. The here, the now, the au courant. We… Login to continue reading Login…