LETTERS
DIY Fabric Animal Decor
Our second bathroom is the kid's bathroom. When I first moved in to our house, the room had been painted a teal and dark pink color to match the fish-designed shower curtain. Personally, the color com...
Posted on 2/23/12 at 9:46 AM
The Advent Grinch
Yesterday was Christmas! It was a great day for the family, a great day of travel, and a great Christmas service at church. The sermon was fantastic - it always is in my eyes (my huz is the pastor, bu...
Posted on 12/26/11 at 7:30 AM
Letter: Crash demo made powerful impact on students, all of us
On May 7 we experienced a multi-vehicle (mock) crash on Cemetery Road. A thousand of us watched as ambulances from River Falls, Baldwin and Prescott, along with the LifeLink helicopter, fire trucks and multiple police cars did what they do best. We saw EMS professionals, SOS students, school staff and community members all fighting to save lives.By Lesley Williams, RFHS teacher, River Falls resident. , May 16, 2013
Letter: Attacking university system seems twisted and harmful
Gov. Walker is on another mission, this time to undermine the vitality of our UW system. This system provides world-class educational opportunities to our citizens, primarily kids.By Jeff Horner, town of River Falls , May 02, 2013
Letter: We want to connect you with our vital heritage
The history of River Falls is all around us, you only have to look. As we age, our memories and experiences become integral to whom we are as individuals and society as a whole.By River Falls Historic Preservation Commission, Jeanne Zirbel, chair; Jayne Hoffman, Betty Most, Kirby Symes, Heidi Rushmann, Cate Sering, Katie Chaffee, council representative , May 02, 2013
Letter: Come join, participate, expand your awareness
As many of us know, the current state of the economy demands new and innovative ideas that go beyond what politics can provide.By Lauren Evans, River Falls , May 02, 2013
Letter: Timing is right for us to ponder and reflect
“Love your enemies” —The words of Jesus in Luke 6:27-30 “Hatreds do not ever cease by hatred, but by love; this is an eternal truth ...” -- The words of the Buddha in the Dhammapada 1.5 & 17.3By Keith Rodli, town of River Falls , April 25, 2013
Letter: Horrifying trial brought out the best in so many people
In the midst of the seemingly impenetrable darkness that surrounded the death of three precious girls, strong beams of light broke through to Jessica Schaffhausen and her extended family that came from Illinois, Michigan and California to support her as they relived horror in the pursuit of justice.By Larry Szyman, Lead chaplain, St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office , April 25, 2013
Letter: Volunteers deserve special week
It’s time to celebrate the River Falls School District volunteers. The week of April 21-27 is National Volunteer Appreciation Week.By Monique Squire, Community Education coordinator; Jenny Karras, volunteer coordinator; Tara Albores, volunteer coordinator , April 25, 2013
Letter: Don’t kill yourself
There have been an excruciatingly high number of suicides in our little community recently and our hearts are heavy for family and friends.By Fred Barr, town of River Falls , April 18, 2013
Parents, let’s join to stop illegal underage drinking
The Substance Abuse Committee together with local law enforcement agencies reminds everyone about “Parents Who Host Lose the Most: Don’t Be a Party to Teenage Drinking.”By Sara Sedahl, AODA counselor St. Croix County Health & Human Services, New Richmond , April 18, 2013
Letter: Give pedestrians a break!
I have noticed that the motor vehicles are not stopping at crosswalks in River Falls.By Emilee Baguhn, town of Pleasant Valley , April 11, 2013
Letter: Time to clear the hot air, acknowledge scientific facts
Earth scientists around the world, with years of experience and specialized knowledge, working for different organizations, have looked at the data and come to the same conclusion: Earth’s atmosphere is rapidly growing warmer and is accelerating. Human activity is the likely cause.By Ray Anderson, River Falls , April 05, 2013
Letter: New state law would notify property owners about frac mine applications
Frac sand mining is spreading rapidly in western Wisconsin. The impacts are taking many residents by surprise.By Harlen Menk, Ellsworth , April 05, 2013
Letter: Listen up, NRA: Going universal is the best way to boost our health care
I am not a member of the NRA, though I have guns and like to shoot. Although I usually disagree with the NRA on most political issues, I thoroughly agree with their current effort to focus attention on the country’s mental health system, or lack there-of.By Jeff Horner, town of River Falls , April 05, 2013
Letter: What a difference a few trash cans would make
Spring has sprung…along with the trash and doggy poo. Like someone stated a few weeks ago, there is no “Poo fairy” to be found!By Cyndi Cashman, town of River Falls , April 05, 2013
Letter: Get a better appreciation for those with mental illness
NAMI stands for National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. There are five presentations during March. These include In Our Own Voice presentations, where talks are given by people who tell their own stories.By Linda Johnson, River Falls , March 29, 2013
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