http://www.mankato-freepress.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Tue, 13 May 2008 00:10:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_134001153.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_134001153.html It's worth remembering that to native Americans. the 150th anniversary of Minnesota's statehood is not cause for celebration. Mon, 12 May 2008 01:09:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_133011057.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_133011057.html A longtime student trip to Spain is being criticized by local law enforcement for allowing participants to drink in the presence of a chaperone. Sun, 11 May 2008 01:31:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_132013211.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_132013211.html Minnesota Republicans intend to attack Democrats over thetransportation bill. Fri, 09 May 2008 16:45:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_130162420.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_130162420.html Changing the metals in our coins is a consititutional issue, and it's Congress's job, not the executive branch's. Fri, 09 May 2008 00:26:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_129181055.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_129181055.html There are risks to the housing releif bill moving through Congress — but a risky something is likely better than doing nothing. Thu, 08 May 2008 00:36:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_129003746.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_129003746.html Now matter how we get the news in the future, there will still be a need for in-depth reporting and journalism that does more than confirm already-held beliefs. Wed, 07 May 2008 01:09:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_128011000.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_128011000.html Production of biofuels like ethanol is being blamed for high food prices. Tue, 06 May 2008 00:18:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_127001906.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_127001906.html Two presidential candidates support temporary suspension of the federal gas tax. Mon, 05 May 2008 00:35:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_126003702.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_126003702.html North Mankato's six-year dredging project in Spring Lake has paid off. Sat, 03 May 2008 19:51:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_124195308.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_124195308.html The Fed's new credit card rules and a new student loan measure are good for the general public. Sat, 03 May 2008 00:35:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_124003749.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_124003749.html Thumbs up: To Immanuel St. Joseph’s — Mayo Health System for being one of five companies in the state to receive a workplace award from The Minnesota Psychological Association. Thu, 01 May 2008 16:41:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_122164331.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_122164331.html Jeremiah Wright ought not be an issue in this election, but he is. It tells us not only that the media are easily distracted, but that the consumers they serve want such distractions. Thu, 01 May 2008 10:31:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_121234249.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_121234249.html The Supreme Court rightly upheld an Indiana law requiring voters to present a photo ID. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:26:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_121002742.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_121002742.html Afghanistan’s president was nearly assassinated Sunday amid growing insecurity. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:37:00 +0000 http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_120003853.html http://www.mankato-freepress.com/editorials/local_story_120003853.html The continued growth of diabetes in America is alarming — and preventable.