Point of view: Slices of Osakis

The Osakis Review wants to take a step back in time and revisit an old news section that has timeless appeal.

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To the editor: Corporations are not people

In January, the Supreme Court strengthened corporations’ grip on our government and political process with a dangerous ruling, overturning more than 100 years of election law.

Point of view: Getting pulled in by the tractors

Having grown up in a farm community, I should have a vast knowledge of tractor pulls. I don’t.

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Point of View: Painting project – work or fun?

When your children surprise you, avoid taking that deep breath of initial concern. They will hear it and it could interrupt greatness.

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Point of View: He took the time to protect my glasses

Everyone agreed Duke was one of those people you could always count on to step forward, often without being asked, when help was needed.

• Obituary: Edmund "Duke" DeCann, 83
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Point of View: Favre’s worth fighting for

I’m really tired of listening to people whine about Brett Favre.

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Letter: Are you a texting driver?

If you are a person who texts while driving, I hope this has put the fear of God in you.

The quest: Eight national parks in eight days

Inspired by the Ken Burns public television series “The National Parks: America’s Best Idea,” the goal was to visit eight U.S. national parks in eight days.

Editorial: Tornado recovery effort turns focus to books

The upcoming school year presents plenty of challenges to the students and staff of Wadena-Deer Creek High School. In the aftermath of the tornado, important teaching and learning resources were lost.

Point of View: Creepy, crawly and cash: I have cleaned it all

My family no longer comes running when they hear my scream from the laundry room. They say by now I should expect creepy crawlers to jump out when I open the washer.

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Guest columnist: Norway is home

It was the final week of my senior year, but more than 4,000 miles separated me from Jefferson High School. Leaving my studies behind, I found myself atop a frosty mountain swathed in pine, walking in the footsteps of my ancestors. In flimsy flip-flops.

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Point of view: Babies, babies and more babies

Last Friday, I was the lucky one – or the only writer in the office – to receive the phone call from the Douglas County Hospital (DCH) announcing twins, lots of twins.

Point of View: Trying to remember the soldiers of Korea

As I prepare to celebrate another Independence Day holiday, I’ve tried to evaluate just what it means to me. As I attempt to recall the sacrifices made for our independence there’s a conflict that often gets lost in the shuffle.

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Work assignment is lesson in community

Along with a few articles to be written, last week the Osakis Review interns were assigned the job of planning and decorating a table at the Osakis Festival Salad Luncheon.

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Point of View: In severe storms, I seek shelter

Curious chatter from my co-workers echoed through the office last Thursday afternoon, and, though I was busy it didn’t distract me one bit. I was terrified.

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