
All types of housing are essential in a community
Smashing myths about public housing, the housing crisisBy Dana Hiltunen
Contributor | September 29, 2023
“We don’t need that kind of housing here.” Have you heard something like that lately? Unfortunately, I have, and this is why I think it...

Conquering the lake before winter sets in
Lee takes time to watch for turtles, at home and awayBy Lee Iverson
Contributor | September 29, 2023
CHISHOLM – A painted turtle appeared in my yard late this summer. I don’t live near a pond or stream, the summer had been dry,...

New details to share following the publication of my moose hunt story
By Tom Kantos
Contributor | September 22, 2023
AUTHOR’S NOTE: The story below is a follow-up to my article published in Hometown Focus on May 12, 2023. The story, titled “Oh, my! Tom’s...