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In my opinion, Jeff Dotseth has been a poor representative for Minnesota House District 11A. In the midst of the recent flurry of news and debate around his domestic abuse history, I feel that his failures as a legislator are getting lost. As we head to vote, remember that Rep. Dotseth dropped the ball on legislation that was critical to funding for the Carlton County Justice Center. It is only the quick actions of county commissioners with help from Sen. Jason Rarick that salvaged that funding. I want a representative who understands how to...
endorse Sarah Plante Buhs for Carlton County commissioner. As the current president of the board for United Way of Carlton and Pine County Areas, I have had the pleasure of working closely with Sarah as executive director. Her dedication, commitment, and leadership in our community have continually impressed me. During her tenure at the United Way, Sarah has brought new programs to our area, such as the homeless youth program, addressing a critical need in our community. She has also worked tirelessly to enhance and improve existing programs,...
In regard to the interview of Carlton mayoral candidate Ann Gustafson, as the clerk for Twin Lakes Township, I would like to correct some misinformation contained in the Oct. 18 election guide. Gustafson stated that “Carlton has been great at maintaining infrastructure and collaborating with the county to get a new waterline to the Highway 210 corridor.” The corridor Gustafson is referring to is in Twin Lakes Township, and the infrastructure was designed by the township and funding for the infrastructure was due to the efforts of the Twin Lak...
I want to share why my husband, Jeff Dotseth, is the best choice to continue as our state representative. Jeff is a hardworking, dedicated man who truly cares about our community and the people he serves. His passion for helping others is what drove him to enter politics, and he puts his heart into it every day. Jeff is committed to making Minnesota safer, more affordable, and a great place to raise a family. Despite Democratic control, he has helped secure millions of dollars for our area by working across the aisle and thinking outside the...
My husband and I have known Caleb Dunlap since he was in the eighth grade. It has been amazing to see him grow throughout the years to become the accomplished young man he is today. We support him in his quest to become a Carlton County commissioner from District 1 because we believe his education and experience will serve him uniquely for this position. Caleb graduated from Cloquet High School and then went on to study at the University of California Los Angeles. After finishing college, he was hired by a successful West Coast company. At a me...
I wholeheartedly endorse Sarah Plante Buhs for Carlton County commissioner. As a retired state representative for District 11A, I have had the opportunity to witness Sarah’s dedication to public safety and remarkable leadership qualities. Sarah is a capable leader, diligent advocate, and trusted voice in our community, always putting the greater purpose above popular opinions. Her extensive career in public safety, healthcare, and community service exemplifies her unwavering dedication to our community’s well-being. Sarah’s proven track record...
I would like to lend my support to Sarah Plante-Buhs as she runs for Carlton County commissioner. In my capacity as executive director of the Cloquet Educational Foundation, I have found Sarah to be a great listener, open to collaboration and ready to tackle some of the most ambitious projects of the foundation. Sarah is a strategic thinker and strives to make a meaningful difference in the lives of her community, especially in the area of education. Make a plan to vote by Tuesday, Nov. 5 and consider Sarah Buhs as your candidate of choice for...
I encourage you to vote for Michelle Boyechko and Gary Peterson for Carlton County Soil & Water Conservation District supervisors. Gary Peterson, of Barnum, has served as school teacher, coach and county commissioner. He is a long time SWCD supporter and cooperator and has worked with the district to improve forest health and wildlife habitat on his lands. He intends to continue working on watershed and environmental issues at the local level. He will do his best to support and encourage rural, sustainable family farms. Michelle Boyechko, of...
I send this letter of support for Shawn Reed’s District Court Judge candidacy. I’ve practiced law with and against Shawn for almost 30 years, mostly as trial attorneys in the courtroom, which is where good judges learn their craft. I’ve tried cases against him and practiced law with him. His courtroom skills will translate superbly to a term on the bench. He has always been well-informed, well-advised, ethical and professional, which are all necessary qualities for an effective judge. I support his candidacy and, as indicated by the recen...
U.S. Rep. Pete Stauber sure knows how to vote “no.” In the last six years Pete has been in Congress, he has consistently voted “no” on legislation most Minnesotans care deeply about: affordable healthcare, lowering the cost of insulin, protecting Americans with pre-existing health conditions, preserving Social Security and Medicare, calling out fuel price gouging, expanding healthcare to veterans who were exposed to burn pits and other toxins during military service. When Pete votes yes, it is equally disastrous for Minnesotans. He supported...
Help. We’re looking for U.S. Rep. Pete Stauber from Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District, last seen heading to Washington D.C. on the road he calls “our way of life.” Unfortunately, Pete Stauber has lost his direction representing the people of his district. Bringing important benefits to his district has been pretty hard for him because he likes to vote “no” to important legislation for his constituents. “No” to the Honoring Our PACT Act, the largest healthcare expansion bill in decades for veterans suffering from toxic burn pit exposure. ...
The most recent census has created an upheaval in election boundaries, leaving many of us scrambling to learn basic information on candidates in our newly aligned districts. To those who find themselves in Congressional District 8, where U.S. Rep. Pete Stauber is being challenged by Jen Schultz, I would like to share important information as a constituent who has been in the district for years. Stauber has been the congressman for Grand Rapids and Iron Range cities for the past six years. His performance in office has been so dismal that the...
When we started the Pine Knot News six years ago, people in the newspaper industry noticed. Admittedly, it was mostly shock — Who was crazy enough to start a brand-new paper? — mixed in with a flicker of hope. It all started after my previous employer, the Pine Journal, closed its office here and moved operations to Duluth. A group of us felt strongly that Cloquet and Carlton County needed a solidly local newspaper that actually cared enough to have an office here and a paper producing original...
Back on Oct. 7, the Carlton school board itself went to school. Members met for three hours with a representative of the Minnesota School Board Association to receive instruction on Minnesota law, school board rights and responsibilities, Robert's Rules of Order, and several other subjects pertaining to the proper function of a school board. Carlton schools are facing significant challenges, but all six of the people governing the schools still found time to work on making themselves better...
Our society is far removed from the Great Depression of the 1930s. Nevertheless, some government programs instituted to aid in the economic recovery left their marks on the northern communities of Minnesota. One of the most familiar is the Works Progress Administration, established in 1935 to employ millions of people to build public projects such as town halls, bridges, schools and park structures. These buildings and bridges are widely known, and the WPA letters are seen stamped somewhere on...
Although most media information on elections is about national candidates, Carlton County voters should study the entire ballot before making decisions. They will be choosing, among others, three Soil and Water Conservation District supervisors. While the county has several districts, voters choose all the supervisors. In District 1, roughly the northwest quarter of the county, Michelle Boyechko has been farming for 10 years in Tamarack. She uses sustainable farming practices to raise cows, pigs, sheep, and chickens; she also works at a nearby...
We, the voters of Carlton and parts of Pine and St. Louis counties must do the right thing. We have to vote out first-term Representative Jeff Dotseth. He refuses to step down after the Minnesota Star Tribune reported court records alleging domestic abuse of his wife and children in 2008. In a settlement, Dotseth pled guilty to disorderly conduct. The conduct reported makes me question his claims of pro-family values. The Minnesota Republican Party has refused to remove Dotseth from their state house caucus. Domestic abuse can not be tolerated...
There’s been a lot of talk about Jeff Dotseth’s domestic abuse and animal abuse. But I’m wondering why he won’t debate his opponent, Pete Radosevich. I called Pete to ask him when the usual candidate forum was scheduled. He said Dotseth won’t participate in a live forum, even when they tried to schedule one in Moose Lake. Why won’t Dotseth debate? It’s not hard to guess. Dotseth has been ineffective as a legislator and can’t hold a torch against Radosevich, in my opinion. Pete’s willing to debate. He’s open and transparent. Pete gets my vote....
When I was a young boy and brought home a tall tale from a school mate, my mother said, “Don’t believe everything you hear.” In my Barnum High School English class, Mrs. Docken cautioned us, “Don’t believe everything you read.” When serving in the U.S. Army, we were taught to evaluate information and seek to understand what is true or not true based on current evidence and critical thinking. If we are truly seeking truth, we can test allegations by gathering information, seeking all points of view, and then apply logic and commonsense...
I am writing to express my support for Sarah Plante-Buhs as the next Carlton County Commissioner for District 1. Sarah brings a wealth of experience, a strong community commitment, and a proven ability to get things done. Her dedication to public service is evident in her deep roots in our district and her involvement in local issues. Sarah’s vision for a thriving Carlton County includes advocating for economic development, supporting local businesses, and promoting affordable housing. She understands the importance of balanced decision m...
It was appalling to me that this newspaper printed three opinions in their Letters to the Editor section last week that were all one-sided and did not print any for our hard working Rep. Jeff Dotseth. It’s also not surprising since Jeff’s opponent owns this newspaper. The opposing party must be getting very nervous about losing the race. I have known Jeff personally for the last six years. He is hard working and wants to represent everyone in his district. Jeff has worked tirelessly, despite the one party rule the last two years, to make life b...
What kind of man is Jeff Dotseth? One we shouldn’t vote for. We’re writing to share our concerns about the allegations against Rep. Dotseth. He has been accused of domestic abuse, animal abuse and racist behavior, over a period of a decade — not exactly a one-time mistake or lapse in judgment, or an isolated incident, or a report from only one person. In our opinion, it’s pretty simple: A man accused of domestic abuse should not be in a position to limit women’s rights to control their bodies. A man who had his own guns legally removed f...
It broke the bank and nearly broke my spirit. The other day, hankering for some good old chili on a brisk, er, hot, fall day, me and the kid went to the store. My mind just happened to be on point, so, with a working list in my head, I made a few other purchases beyond the soup recipe I also keep in my brain. I knew it would be a mistake. There were paper products and batteries involved, along with the need to find mid-morning school snacks for the kid for the next few weeks. For the first time in my life, I spent more than $200 on a single...
We recently came across an interesting item by famed Ely outdoorsman, naturalist and writer Sigurd Olson, who once had a syndicated column in the 1940s. This one piqued our interest since it’s all about your favorite newspaper, the Pine Knot. Well, not really, but we enjoyed the spirit of Olson’s words and found in it many traits we aspire to here at the newspaper. Enjoy. In many parts of the country, pine knots are known as fat wood, because of their great amount of resin and their ability to burn with a bright and colorful flame. Resin or...
I had the honor to serve as our area’s state representative from 2013 to 2023 and I’m grateful for the trust voters gave me. Take note of a keyword: trust. The job requires plenty of it. Trust to collaborate with colleagues to solve problems and improve people’s lives. Trust to be responsive to the local needs of the district. Trust to serve in a way that reflects the values of constituents. Disturbing information about our current representative, Jeff Dotseth, has recently emerged showing he’s undeserving of our trust to serve at the State Cap...
