EDITORIALS
OUR VIEW: Shhh! Keep it down; Obama may be listening
The media is an independent arm of the American system of checks and balances. Members of the press don’t have to worry about being voted into office, so it’s our job to question those who do.
May 24, 2013
OUR VIEW: Thank God for weather warnings
Friday, a nasty-looking storm brewed on the horizon. The Daily Republic’s radar and weather alerts showed no severity, however. Neither did radio or television reports.
By Editorial board , May 23, 2013
OUR VIEW: Debates still should be held
The Mitchell Chamber of Commerce has decided to not host a debate featuring this year’s candidates for the Mitchell Board of Education.
By Editorial board , May 22, 2013
OUR VIEW: Longhorn moral: Start planning now
This soap opera should be teaching city officials that they need to get busy planning, budgeting and funding programs that will spark downtown rebirth or renovation.
By Editorial board , May 20, 2013
OUR VIEW: Week in review: the best, worst
A look back at the week that was, from volunteers to a texting ban to more high school graduates.
May 20, 2013
OUR VIEW: Sad news: Gambling potential rises in SD
While South Dakota does benefit — state government receives a portion of the proceeds — we worry that the benefit is coming at the expense of people who may be hooked.
By Editorial board , May 17, 2013
OUR VIEW: Cheers to the heroes of academia
These students and all others who achieve academic excellence deserve our respect, and we can’t help but marvel at their success, which is generally achieved in relative obscurity, away from the spotlight.
By Editorial board , May 15, 2013
OUR VIEW: A missed chance at fairness in Chamberlain
Not every school in South Dakota should consider an American Indian honor song during graduation ceremonies, but a school that is one-third Indian should consider it.
By Editorial board , May 15, 2013
OUR VIEW: Time for mayor, council to direct Corn Palace plans
It’s time for the mayor and council -- the people elected to be caretakers of the publicly owned Corn Palace -- to decide what they want, give the designer clear direction and get something accomplished.
May 14, 2013
Week in review: the best, worst
Hisses and cheers to news items from the week
By Editorial board , May 13, 2013
OUR VIEW: Time to allow wine on downtown sidewalks
Mitchell’s downtown businesses deserve an opportunity to add a touch of charm to their neighborhood. To deny them this chance is simply being old-fashioned and behind the times.
By Editorial board , May 10, 2013
OUR VIEW: Disturbing trends about SD children
We understand that single-parenting is becoming more common, but that doesn’t mean we have to like or condone the trend.
By Editorial board , May 08, 2013
OUR VIEW: Explore local, state offerings
The coming two weekends are big for people who have an interest in South Dakota’s recreation and tourism industries.
May 07, 2013
OUR VIEW: Hisses and cheers from the week that was
From the Confederate flag flap to persistent drought to feeding the hungry.
By Editorial board , May 05, 2013
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