Twin Towers  by Sue Orsen.  "Scott and Steve, the six-year old boys of Mike and Karen Eischens of Victoria, are towering examples of all that is good and precious in the world."  Click on Feature.
Heroes of History by Carol Vadnais, resident of Victoria.  "Although Alexander Hamilton never became President, his life contributed greatly to the progress of our newly formed nation …"
You Should Know Him by Pastor Frank Jones, Lake Auburn Moravian Church.  "I respected and loved this old man.  Hallmarks of his philosophy were simple:  Be fair, be honest, do your best, don't complain …"
The Lions Den by Lions President Ed Hjermstad.  "The Diethelm Park Offices are coming down to make room for the new ice arena and activities center.  The Lions are working with the City of Victoria for current and long term space to store our stuff and operate in …"
Kids Talk by Kyra Schindler, Student friend of the Gazette.  "The proposition of Mary Jo Copeland's plan has brought about many different viewpoints.  Each view has been supported with numerous facts …"
FIRELINE by Victoria firefighter Tom Walsh.  "The annual Fishing Contest will be held on Stieger Lake on February 10th, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m."
An ELCA Satellite by Pastor Ken Kotzer, Mount Olivet Church West.  "This new church is a satellite of Mount Olivet Lutheran Church in Minneapolis, a large congregation with deep roots …"
Judging Wisely by Jim Larkin, Amicus et editoris.  "Truth is truth and a lie is a lie, but truth is fact.  It's what really happened or really exists.  A lie is when you try to mislead people …"
The Arrogance of it All by Tom Abts, Deer Run golf pro.  "Do you miss Denny Green?  If you do, you're one of the few …"
Free Baseball Clinics a Hit by Dennis Brown, VAA Secretary.  "More than three dozen area youngsters have come to the sport court each week to sharpen their baseball skills …"
Sketches from Sara by Sara Hanlon, Mill House Gallery.  "To some people it seems magical that an artist can create by painting …"
Those Goofy Humans by Tom Stumpf, Cowboy Correspondent.  "God must watch us and smile.  'Look at them plan, scheme and fret …'"
New Well and Pumphouse for Victoria by Tom Gray, Building Official.  "In the fall of 2001 a new well was drilled and over these recent winter months, the pumphouse was constructed …"
Created for Love by Pastor Maureen Bonner, Waterbrooke Fellowship.  "A love relationship with God is more important than any other single factor in your life.  It's more important than going to church …"
Regina by Father Bob White, St. Victoria Catholic Church.  "Sprinkling the coffin with holy water, I pronounce the words of the Catholic funeral rite, 'In baptism Regina died to sin to rise to new life with Christ …"
Senior Citizens Corner by Ethel Ausink, Sr. Citizens Reporter.  "What better time to consider dieting than after all the holiday feasting …"
Old Timers, Rejoice!  By Lee Clark, The Practical Pig.  "No, brain cells do not die with age.  The circuitry is what slows down …"
With the Dune Buggies by Thom Derr, Rough Rider.  "Well, the Harley Babe and I are on the road again, following the Rio Grande most of the way, but are now in Yuma, Arizona …."
Hook, Line & Sinker by Editor Sue Orsen.  "Twice a year for some years now I attend a gala event sponsored by the Torske Klubben at the Interlachen Country Club in Edina …"
Ten Years Ago the Gazette featured Willie and Jean Bongard in "Farm Mates for Life."
Winning with Wartz by Mike Wartman, former resident of Victoria.  "In Victoria, choosing a winning sports team was easy.  You just had to pick me, Mike Wartman, to be on your team …"
Eye Spy by Janie Jasin, motivational speaker.  "Amazing that most of life's blessings require patience …"
The Indescribable Gift by Pastor Thomas Braun, Christ Victorious  Lutheran Church.  "The greatest gift ever given is Jesus Christ …"
Obituaries.  Regina Kerber, 99, died January 24th.  Lillian Schroers, 88, died January 2nd.  Ruth (Ess Heitz), 91, died December 31st.
The Chamber's Channel by Laura Wood, president, The Victoria Chamber of Commerce.  " As some of you may or may not know, this is my first article for the Victoria Gazette.  Unfortunately, I get a little nervous doing these things  for the first time …"
Winter Water Fun by Joan Wonka Clarona from Minnetonka, MN.  "There's something about a winter that's mild/The folks in Minnesota get pretty wild/They fuss and fume about the liquid lake/They curse and swear and bellyache …"
Angels by Carol Notermann, Victoria, MN, Sept. 17th, 2001.  "The skies of New York City were bright and blue and clear/Unseen by human eyes, the angels gathered near/They hovered ever closer to the towers standing tall/They did not know nor understand why God had sent them all …"