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Public comment at meeting’s conclusion would be beneficial

As someone who has had the privilege of serving our community on the Gladstone City Commission (2015–16) and the Delta County Commission (2023–24), I have always believed in the value of open government and constructive public involvement. During my time in office, I observed that residents often have their most relevant feedback after they have had the chance to hear a full board discussion. When a meeting allows for a brief comment period at the end of the agenda, it provides immediate clarity for the public and helps leaders stay connected to the community’s real-time ...

Response to Minnesotan

The recent letter from a former Escanaba resident regarding "Operation Metro Surge" in Minnesota provides a heart-wrenching narrative, but it conveniently omits the "why" behind this necessary federal response. While the author uses emotional appeals to frame the community as being under siege, we must look at the facts from a perspective of law and order. For years, sanctuary policies in the Twin Cities have allowed individuals with no legal right to be here, including those with criminal records, to remain in neighborhoods, often at the expense of citizen safety. Operation Metro Surge ...

Letter policy

The Daily Press welcomes letters of opinion from readers. Letters submitted must include the sender’s name, address and telephone number. Only writers’ names and community will be printed. Names cannot be withheld and letters should be kept to 500 words or less. Letters to the editor should be written on topics of general interest. Personal attacks are not allowed. Only one letter per person per month may be printed. Items that appear to be "thank-you" notes are not considered letters to the editor but may instead run as "Bouquets," which are published on Saturdays. The Daily ...

Listen to Minnesotan neighbors

Dear Neighbors in Escanaba: I grew up in Escanaba, graduating in 1988. I now live in Edina, Minn., a first-ring Minneapolis suburb. My family and I have visited the U.P. countless times to see my in-laws in Ishpeming and my parents in Escanaba. I eulogized my mom in 2023 and my dad in 2024 at Bethany Lutheran Church where my dad, Dean, was pastor and my mom, Elaine, lovingly served the church and broader community. I loved growing up in Escanaba. This community valued education for its young people, the arts, the beauty of nature, and showing up for neighbors. Now I live in Minnesota, ...

The real Valentine

Valentine was a priest who lived during the Roman Empire around 300 A.D. There is a lot of mystery surrounding the facts and the legend. It is commonly known that as a priest he was very supportive of marriage and became known for performing many. And, he did so though the Emperor Claudius eventually outlawed marriage for young men because he wanted them to be loyal to him as soldiers and not be concerned with wives and children. It came to a head, and eventually Valentine was arrested and put in a Rome jail. It was there that the Emperor, who liked him, finally discovered that the ...

Student project seeks info about Michigan

Dear people of the Great State of Michigan: Hello! I am a third-grade student in northern Virginia. Our class is learning about the United States, and I will be teaching our school about the state of Michigan. In late May, I will create a display for our State Fair that I hope will make you proud. Although I have gathered facts about your state from books and websites, I want to learn about Michigan from the people who actually live there! I am hoping that you would be willing to share information or items to help me learn more about Michigan. You might consider sending items such as ...