EDITORIALS
Our View: Yellowstone Trail offers historical glance
OpinionAs community celebrations go, the Yellowstone Trail Heritage Days coming up this weekend is somewhat unique. We all have a chance to reflect on our past and be part of a landmark that helped make Hudson what it is today. We often hear about Route 66, but the Yellowstone Trail is older and longer than Route 66.
By Editorial staff , May 09, 2012
Our View: Tuesday is the first step of recall process
OpinionNext Tuesday (May 8) the political excitement in Wisconsin begins with the recall primary. Obviously this election, and the recall election on June 5, will attract a lot of attention – not only in Wisconsin, but around the nation.
By Editorial staff , May 03, 2012
Our View: St. Croix County nursing home downsizing makes sense
OpinionDespite all the uproar over the recent decision to cut the St. Croix County Health Center nursing home’s operation to 50 licensed beds, members of the Health and Human Service Board got it right recently when they officially endorsed the idea.
By Editorial staff , April 19, 2012
Hudson Star-Observer – Our View: We’re #1
OpinionAfter several years of being ranked No. 2 in Wisconsin, St. Croix County is now No. 1 in the County Health Rankings report for 2012. One reason for the continued improvement, we think, is wellness efforts promoted in the county and in some communities.
April 12, 2012
Our View: Here come the bikes and motorcycles
OpinionThis message might be a bit late this year because of the unusually warm March, but the information is still valid. We are seeing an increase in the both bike and motorcycle riders on our streets and highways.
By Editorial staff , April 05, 2012
Our View: Many decisions to be made in Tuesday’s election
OpinionNext Tuesday’s spring election has plenty of excitement and will hopefully attract a large number of voters. In the Hudson area there are a number of local races and referendums that are drawing plenty of attention.
By Editorial staff , March 28, 2012
Our View: Dog track provides rare opportunity
OpinionWe aren’t experts, but after digesting all the information ahead of the Hudson School District referendum, we believe the community has a golden opportunity and would urge voters to approve purchasing the old St. Croix Meadows dog track for $8.25 million.
By Editorial staff , March 22, 2012
Our View: Poor judgment by Madison judge
OpinionJust when you think you’ve seen it all in Wisconsin politics — you get to see something even more bizarre.
By Editorial staff , March 15, 2012
Our View: At last – new bridge is in sight!
OpinionThe St. Croix Valley and entire region received good news last week — it finally appears that the new Stillwater bridge will become a reality.
By Editorial staff , March 07, 2012
Our View: Be willing to make donations, but be informed
OpinionIt may be better to give than receive, but donors to charitable causes still need to be careful when exercising that benevolent spirit. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) urges citizens to do their homework before making donations, especially over the phone or Internet.
By Editorial staff , March 01, 2012
Our View: St. Croix EDC works hard behind the scenes
The St. Croix County Economic Development Corp. is a hard-working group in the Hudson area that performs a tremendous service that, in the long run, has a positive economic impact on everyone.By Editorial staff , February 23, 2012
Our View: Detective’s decision calls attention to needs
You may have read the story in last week’s Star-Observer regarding Hudson Police Department detective Shawn Pettee’s decision to return to work as a full-time patrol officer for the department. His decision involved several issues, but when it came to the bottom line, he said Hudson’s drug problem is a huge issue.February 15, 2012
Our View: Chamber is an important player in community
The Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau annual Awards Banquet was held at Kilkarney Golf Club Thursday night, Jan. 26. The event is a good reminder of how fortunate Hudson is to have a strong Chamber of Commerce.By Editorial staff , February 08, 2012
Our View: Hot Air Affair brings a weekend of fun
This weekend’s 23rd annual Hot Air Affair brings fun and excitement to Hudson as we head into February and the home stretch of our mild winter.By Editorial staff , February 01, 2012
Our View: Wisconsin is again number 1
We’re number one! We’re number one! Unfortunately we’re not talking about the Wisconsin Badgers football team or the Green Bay Packers. The sad truth is this: Of all 50 states, Wisconsin is number one in binge drinking.By Editorial staff , January 25, 2012
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