Opinion

Almanac for Sept. 21, 2026

Today is Monday, Sept. 21, the 264th day of 2026. There are 101 days left in the year. Today in history: In 2013, an attack by armed militants in the Westgate shopping mall in Nairobi, Kenya, left 67 people dead and hundreds injured. Also on this date: In 1792, the National Convention of France issued a proclamation announcing the abolition of the French monarchy. In 1898, in response to a letter from 8-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon, the New York Sun newspaper wrote an editorial containing the famous line “Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus.” In 1915, Cecil Chubb purchased ...

Trump: Planned arch would become a ‘military complex’

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Sunday that the massive arch he wants to build between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery would become a “top grade military complex” able to host drones and snipers while storing ammunition. It is one more example of how ...

A few minutes could save a child’s life

There are few responsibilities more important than keeping children safe. When it comes to traveling in a vehicle, one of the simplest — and most effective — ways adults can protect young passengers is by making sure they are properly restrained. Vehicle crashes remain the No. 1 cause of death for young children. Proper use of an age- and size-appropriate car seat, booster seat or seat belt can reduce a child’s risk of death in a crash by 50%. Yet there is an important piece of that safety equation that is easy to overlook: Installation. According to the National Highway Traffic ...

Editorial cartoon for Sept. 21, 2026

Editorial cartoon for Sept. 19, 2026

Golden K appreciates support for fundraiser

Bouquet: Golden K members hosted their annual Peanut Fundraiser the Friday of the Labor Day holiday weekend. With the generosity of the community and a free small bag of peanuts, the club raises funds to provide three events each year for children with special needs. The group also shares donations with seven local charities. Golden K thanks everyone who helped us make their goal this year. Corporate sponsors included Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home; Blagec Brothers Inc.; Champion Inc.; U.P. Propane; Miller Products; Town & Country Sales; Forward Financial Credit Union; Northern ...