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Letters to the Editor

Open skating done right

To the editor: I want to thank the crew at the Dee Stadium for an excellent winter of open skating! Jet and Jesse have provided an ice sheet to enjoy every day to all those who took part in this fun winter activity. The good news is it has been perfect for 6 months (November through April). ...

Robyn Johnson has my vote

To the editor: “Women belong in all places where decisions are being made.” -Ruth Bader Ginsburg I believe this whole-heartedly, and Robyn Johnson, candidate for Houghton City Council, absolutely belongs where decisions are being made on behalf of our Houghton community. Robyn ...

Support for Craig Waddell

To the editor: You will not find a more conscientious City of Houghton resident than Craig Waddell. I have been his neighbor for over 20 years and have seen his dedication to making our neighborhood and the city a better place in which to live. He is thorough, engaged, and truly cares about ...

Congress must act for MI kids

To the editor: Without swift action from Congress, children in Michigan are at risk of losing access to meals this summer and next school year. That’s because critical child nutrition waivers will soon expire and so far, Congress has failed to authorize USDA to extend them. These ...

The significance of the cross

To the editor: At Easter time, especially, we are reminded of the significance of the cross. The cross that is the bridge to eternity with Christ in Heaven. Without this bridge, mankind falls into the bottomless pit of hate. It is the most important subject to ponder. Life is very short and ...

Falcons need their boxes

To the editor: The peregrine falcon nest boxes were originally installed on the Portage Lake Lift Bridge to help keep the rock pigeon numbers down. The boxes were removed when construction was done on the bridge last year. The construction has been completed. It appears that MDOT has no ...