Hei, (A Norwegian “hello”, pronounced like “high”)
- Monday, January 19 is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Dr. King was the primary spokesperson for non-violent activisme during the Civil Rights Movement.
- Our region’s weather continually amazes me. Large temperature swings in a few hours, shifts from calm to high winds, and transitions from snow to rain seem to occur regularly! Each season, however, has its own beauty, and I am grateful for the variety in our area.
- Are you looking for a career in the electrical industry? Please visit the Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) Scholarship page for industry information and current scholarship opportunities.
- Please clean up after your pet! Picking up waste when it’s cold is easy, helps reduce the spread of bacteria and diseases. It is also the law. Thank you for your efforts in keeping our community beautiful and healthy.
- In the January 8, 2026, edition of the Times Record, Chelsey Schaefer wrote an informative article titled ‘The True Cost of Shopping.’ I found it quite interesting, and I hope you will too.
- During seasons with less sunlight, it is easier to feel a bit “bummed”, though there are things we can do to enhance feeling good. Staying active—as regular physical activity boosts mood and energy—maintaining daily routines, a consistent sleep schedule (7-9 hours), and choosing to eat healthy meals can help.
- Filtered cigarette butts are being tossed onto yards and streets. These filters are made of cellulose acetate, a type of plastic. In typical soil, it can take between 10 and 15 years to completely decompose. When submerged in water, a single filter can leach toxic chemicals for up to 10 years. Please, “think before you toss”. Use a fire-safe receptacle to hold cigarette butts and dispose of them appropriately. Thank you.
- Thank you to all who provided material and to Sue for proofing the column.
- Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that.” ~ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Blessings, Prayer, Respect and Gratitude,
Dave
Dave Carlsrud