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Letter: Is now the time for helmet requirements?
The early 1900s brought the emergence of passenger vehicles to the United States, beginning with the Oldsmobile Curved Dash, which topped out at around 20 miles per hour. Given its modest top speed, safety was not a significant concern. Moving ahead in time, the Model T brought faster transportation to the nation, allowing drivers to travel upwards of 45 miles per hour. As time went on, personal vehicles became more widely available, affordable to more people, and provided faster transportation.
Letter: The role of today’s (human) educator
Many school districts across the state of North Dakota are grappling with how to handle newly-imposed funding limitations set forth by our most recent legislative session. In particular, the lower-than-inflation rate of a 2.5% increase in public education funding paired with a 3% cap on local tax revenues has most public school boards looking to make cuts and adjustments.
Letter: What standardized test scores don't show
A common criticism of public education are the results of standardized test scores and the level of proficiency among student populations that accompany them. This is sometimes used to argue that public schools are failing students and/or that additional funding is not a wise use of resources. Standardized test scores don’t tell the whole story, though. These tests are typically scored in two different ways.
Navigating HOA Rule Enforceability In Florida: What Homeowners Need To Know (Video)
At LS Carlson Law, we understand the challenges homeowners face when dealing with questionable HOA rules in Florida communities. Many homeowners are unaware of which rules are actually enforceable and which ones cross legal boundaries. Florida has implemented significant protections for homeowners against overreaching HOA regulations.
Letter: An educator's promise
There is no doubt that working as a public educator is a challenging and, at times, overwhelming duty.
Letter: What is to gain, lose with a 5 mph increase?
North Dakota House Bill 1421 would increase the interstate speed limit from 75 miles per hour to 80 miles per hour. Aside from the potentially negative impact that the finer details of the bill could have on farmers, I would like to address the perceived benefits and risks the bill would have on common, everyday drivers. Very few people regularly make North Dakota’s longest interstate trek from Fargo to Beach, a total of 352 miles of driving, but let’s start with that travel distance.
Letter: Take time to form opinions
Having technology at our fingertips has led us to an expectation of instantaneous responses in nearly all aspects of our lives. Are you bored? Watch videos and play games instantly. Do you suddenly wonder how old Steven Tyler from Aerosmith is? Get an instant answer from Google. You realize that you are running low on paper towels. No worries, you can pull up the Sam’s Club app and have it delivered to your car’s trunk in minutes.
Letter: Two approaches for addressing the teacher shortage in North Dakota
The Forum reported on Sept. 10th that Gov. Burgum will create a task force to address North Dakota’s teacher shortage. The 15 members will “be tasked with increasing recruitment, reviewing licensure procedures and teacher contracts, and improving working conditions,” according to the article. In my eyes, there are two paths to consider when addressing the teacher shortage. Option #1: Lower the professional and educational standards in what it takes to become a teacher in North Dakota .
How to Choose the Right Type of E-Bike: A Step-by Step Guide
We are e-bikes obsessed and may earn a commission if you buy something through our site. More… Keith Lehman – Third generation Southwestern Oregon native. Graduated Southwestern Oregon Community College and Southern Oregon University. Avid mountain biker turned bike shop owner. The decision has been made to get your first e-bike, which is very cool. You are going to love it. You have a lot of questions and this is understandable.
HOME BREW - HISTORY OF FERMENTED BEVERAGES
Archaeological evidence shows that fermented beverages, in this case beer, emerged during the development of cereal agriculture (wheat, barley, etc.) 12,000 years ago. Where it originated is still a mystery. Historians believe that fermented beverages was brewed around 7,000 BC in china in the village of Jiahu. Neolithic pottery showed evidence of a mead-type of brew made from rice, honey and fruit.
Letter: Rush Limbaugh's toxic legacy
In regard to Mike Rachow’s “ Tribute to a King ” opinion, I will agree that Rush Limbaugh had a very successful career in talk radio. He was an excellent communicator who shaped and reinforced the views of his conservative listeners in a way that was entertaining and empathetic. His followers enjoyed the fact that someone believed and said out loud the lies, conspiracy theories, misogynism and racism that they couldn’t find in the mainstream news.
Letter: In response to Hillary Ray’s letter 'A deeper dive into standingwithyou.org'
Thank you, Hillary, for highlighting the inadequacy of Chloe Kramer’s recent letter to the editor which claims to provide “support” for pregnant people. Anyone facing an unintended pregnancy deserves a safe space that is free from bias to explore all options, not an underwhelming website purposefully designed to steer its readers away from abortion. A simple search shows that over 60% of abortion patients already have children.
Letter: If daycare providers want to be considered 'essential,' they can't shut down when the snow flies
There has been a new term introduced into our lives in the last couple of years called the "essential employee." This applies to people who have to go to work to do their jobs no matter what condition. Recently, I have been questioning this label and who wears its meaning of being essential.
Letter: Democracy for us, but not for you?
Earlier this year, the Republican National Committee formally declared that the Jan. 6, 2021, pro-Trump insurrection at the Capitol was made up of “ordinary citizens engaged in legitimate political discourse.” Over 100 of these ordinary citizens have already voluntarily pleaded guilty to crimes for their involvement that day. Earlier this month, Sen.
Letter: February is a great time to begin making healthier heart choices
February is American Heart Month, a time devoted to focusing on cardiovascular health. It’s incredibly important, since heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. The good news is, our community can feel confident knowing we have world-class heart care right here close to home. The Sanford Heart Team in Fargo has over 300 experts, including 30 doctors and other providers.
Letter: Is fining and towing really helping?
Letters Does this policy actually help solve a problem, or does it hurt those who are already hurting the most? Written By: Keith Lehman | Dec 31st 2020 - 1pm. × An October Forum story announced the city of Fargo’s new policy on street parking when there is a snow storm producing four or more inches of snow. Vehicles that are parked on the street in these storms face the potential of a $100 fine or towing.
When disaster strikes: Preparing for a disease outbreak
There is no doubt large-scale, sector-wide disease outbreaks can have significant economic consequences. Outbreaks can result in not only the loss of production from the disease itself but also the loss of infected animals in situations where it is beneficial or mandated to cull animals as a means of controlling the disease.
Letter: This winter's silver lining
I know that I’m certainly not alone in being ready to move on from this marathon of a winter we’re experiencing. It seems that as soon as we put our shovels away after clearing our driveways and sidewalks, another round of snow creeps up on us. Our backs are sore, we’re running out of places to put the snow, and even our snowblowers are tired. For me personally, I haven’t been able to make it out to visit my grandpa on the farm for awhile due to the snowy conditions.
Letter: Bursack's 'Minding our Elders' column delivers helpful information
Bursack answers questions and offers advice about how to handle issues that come up with many of the older people we interact with day by day. Each week, she addresses issues and concerns that people have about the senior citizens in their own lives. She provides advice to people who play various roles in the lives of seniors: adult children, spouses, grandchildren, caretakers and friends.
Letter: Vote 'yes' for future of Fargo schools
On March 7th, Fargo School District residents will vote in a special election to approve a mill levy vote that will allow the school budget to grow proportionally to the growth of our city.
Letter: The problem is bigger than 'fake news'
Perhaps an even larger problem, though, is people's innate desire to seek out news that supports what they already believe. We read/listen/watch a story or two on a current event, from which we form an opinion, and then we seek out additional media sources that support our opinions. We stick to our guns by blocking out stories that suggest alternative views.Continuing to acknowledge only those sources which promote our current beliefs is easy.
Letters: A new mansion or nursing homes?
Surely I speak for all North Dakotans when I express concern in our state's financial situation. The massive surplus that existed just a short while ago now has slipped into the red, forcing all state institutions to make deep cuts in their budgets. But that's how money works sometimes.There are ups and downs.
Letter: North High's Dahlen responded appropriately
Advertisement Letter: North High's Dahlen responded appropriately By Keith Lehman from Fargo Today at 12:31 a.m. Fargo,ND 58102 http://www.inforum.com/sites/all/themes/inforum_theme/images/social_default_image.png Fargo ND 101 5th Street North 58102 The issue, or at this point, the nonissue, of the Fargo North senior having his gun-wielding senior photo rejected for placement in the school’s yearbook, has been covered extensively.
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