elections

As the political season winds its way toward its climax on Tuesday, November 8, people are becoming more vocal about the candidates that they support. You see posts on Facebook about how they feel about their candidate and their candidate's opponent, you hear them on talk radio or at rallies, or read their opinions in the newspaper...

This reminder comes every election season. The Minnesota Department of Transportation says placement of campaign and other advertising signage on any highway rights of way is not allowed under state law. All state, county, city and township roads and highways fall under the same state law...

Medford voters will be making a decision on the construction of a municipal building consisting of a fire hall and city hall in this fall's general election. There will be a series of open houses that will include informational sessions leading up to election day...

Tuesday, August 9, is Primary Election Day. Decisions to be made in our area include choosing between Republicans Jim Hagedorn or Steve Williams for the chance to challenge incumbent Democratic U.S. Rep. Tim Walz in a 1st District contest in the fall...

Minnesota voters can request an absentee ballot online at www.mnvotes.org through a tool provided by the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State. The service allows voters to cast their ballots early by applying for an absentee ballot quickly and easily without the need to print, scan forms, and return by mail, fax or email...

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — All three Democratic contenders for president are heading to Minnesota for a state party fundraiser. Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders and Martin O'Malley will join the state's biggest Democratic names and supporters for a dinner in St...

It's hard keeping track of all the presidential candidates and where they stand on the issues. Each year it gets a little harder for me. It's at the point where I choose the lesser of two evils. I still think the idea of drawing names for president deserves consideration...