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I support the ‘rainbow coalition’ of writers After reading your editorial in the May issue of the Monitor, I feel the need to send an email to show my support for you, the newspaper, … more
“If only we could develop an intolerance for bigotry.” Johnnetta B. Cole “We will be known forever by the tracks we leave.” A Dakota Saying   Hello Monitor … more
When it comes to raising confident, resilient children, we tend to focus on their education, physical health, and emotional well-being. However, there’s something that ties all of these … more
I often tell people that I was the intern that never left some 46 years ago. I was fresh out of Hamline University and took a job at the Midway Monitor as editor after a brief internship. Over the … more
Minnesota can jokingly be called the “land of 10,000 nonprofits” for all the charitable organizations calling our state home. And the Midway can feel like the epicenter of them; our … more
Education opens a world of infinite possibilities. It serves as a gateway to discovery, encouraging children to explore new ideas and unlock their full potential. Beyond the acquisition of knowledge, … more
“Today too, amid so much darkness, we need to see the light of hope and to be men and women who bring hope to others.” - Pope Francis “I think a hero is any person really intent on … more
What does racism look like? I saw it in April when I received an envelope filled with clips of nearly every person of color who made our edition of the Monitor that month. Among them were our regular … more
On March 5, I attended a meeting for the House Health Finance and Policy Committee. I decided to attend because bill HF22 was on the agenda. HF22 is a proposed bill to establish a Parental Bill of … more
Spring is the perfect time to read together as a family. Books are filled with the resources and information needed to support each child’s development. They cultivate language skills, … more
“It’s a beautiful day. Thank you for sunshine, thank you for rain, thank you for joy, thank for pain. It’s a beautiful day.” – TRINIX x Rushawn “I smile, even … more
Welcome Corps paused by executive order We are a group of caring, private citizens, who volunteer as sponsors in a legal, federal refugee resettlement program called Welcome Corps. We were vetted … more
It’s April, which means the Midway Chamber’s annual directory is out. If you get the Monitor delivered to your house, the directory should have been included. If you’re a member of … more
“Real estate is more than just buying and selling homes – it’s about being part of a community. That’s why we’re proud to partner with the Monitor and Messenger, a … more
Not that many years ago, the best way you could find out about businesses in town would be through your local newspaper. Your local newspaper is still a great source of advertising information, but … more
The state of New York, led by a powerful coalition of local publishers, has just approved game-changing legislation in the fight to preserve local news outlets and community journalism. By including … more
Shortly after initiating the acquisition of Twitter in 2022, Elon Musk posted, “For Twitter to deserve public trust, it must be politically neutral, which effectively means upsetting the far … more
Stories have always been a powerful way to preserve history, teach morals, and convey social norms. They allow us to connect with others, creating bonds through shared experiences and emotions. … more
On Feb. 8, 2025, the Midway Chamber held its annual celebration. Its our biggest event of the year, and one new twist in 2025 was holding it at Allianz Field. The venue was a big hit, as we started … more
“Humility is the fruit of inner security and wise maturity.” Cornel West “God is in the details.” Ludwig Miles Van Der Rohe Hello Monitor readers, Happy spring.This is … more
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