Alive for 2005!  by Sue Orsen.  "If things aren't standing still, they're moving.  And if a thing's moving, there's a pretty good chance it's alive … Things are not standing still in Victoria … We're a city alive and  growing in many ways …"  click on Front Page.
Victoria Resolutions by Mike Wartman, former resident of Victoria.  "I present for readers:  Some Victoria Resolutions, Past and Present, Filled and Yet to be Filled, Broken and Unbroken …"
Time for Treatment by Tom Gray, Victoria Building Official.  "We are not talking about sending the stuff to Hazelden.  We're not even talking about sending the stuff to the Betty ford Clinic.  Nope, I think that sending the city's water to our treatment plant will be sufficient …"
The Sheriff's Shingle by Bud Olson, Carver County Sheriff.  "A new state 911 law for multi-line telephone systems went into effect on January 1st, 2005.  If you have to dial a 9 for an outside line, chances are you are calling from a PBX system …"
Obesity is NOT an Illness by Ethel Ausink, Senior Citizens Reporter.  "The public needs to be educated in the fact that being overweight is not healthy, that people should be careful about the types of food they consume on a regular basis, and that it's important to live a more active lifestyle.  But from a trial lawyer's perspective -- if obesity becomes defined as an illness -- it's not the people who eat the food at restaurants who are responsible for their own obesity, but the companies that provide the choices of food to eat …"
God is Love by Jim Larkin, amicus et editoris.  "People you agree with are easy.  It's the jerks that we have to love.  Loving them is almost impossible but, as Christ has said, it's easy to love those who love you.  It's the ones we can't stand who test our faith .."
Realistic Resolutions by Thom Derr, Rough Rider.  "I believe in resolutions that are much more realistic than those of the Harley Babe.  I do not believe in setting myself up for failure or unfulfilled expectations …"
Happy New Year by Pastor Frank Jones, Lake Auburn Moravian Church.  "My wish is for all things to be well with you, that your spirits be at peace, that you are able to faithfully address all that lies ahead in your life this year, and that you recognize God's love is always there to strengthen and guide you …"
Life on Ice by Tom Stumpf, Cowboy Correspondent.  "Many of you inquiring fans have questioned how a cowboy from a small berg in southern Minnesota has come to be such an ardent fan of the game known as ice hockey …"
A Page from Park & Rec by Tammy Abrahamson, Victoria Parks & Rec Director.  "January is a great time to invigorate your mind, body, and spirit and set the tone for the coming months.  Here are a few suggestions to jumpstart your New Year in Victoria …"
The Perfect Trap by Tom Abts, Deer Run Golf Pro.  "I hope one of your New Year's resolutions is to improve your golf game.  We always have room for improvement, whether in our swing, short game, course management, or attitude …"
Setting Priorities for 2005 by Paul Kohls, Victoria, Minnesota State Representative.  "Many important issues will be discussed during the 2005 MN Legislative Session.  State lawmakers will adopt a two-year state budget of almost $29 billion to fund priorities such as education and health and human services …"
Carver County Comments by Gary Delaney, Victoria, Carver County Commissioner.  "The year 2004 is over, so perhaps I might take a moment to recap major events of the past year in the county …"
What is Stopping You?  by Pastor Maureen Bonner, Waterbrooke Fellowship.  "As we move into a New Year, many of us give some thought towards New Year's resolutions.  These are usually ways to improve our bodies, our relationships, or the situations we find ourselves in.  They seem to give us hope for the coming year …"
Happy New Year, Victoria Lions!  by Editor Sue.  "The Victoria Lions are a large and amiable group of people who hold several fundraisers each and every year and donate thousands of dollars to the community of Victoria, especially to enhance and update park and athletic facilities used by the area's young people …"
Twenty Years Ago the Victoria Gazette featured -- in "Weaving With Chub Aretz" -- a Victoria gentleman who just retired from 35 years in elected office at the city and county levels -- from Victoria Village Clerk in 1950, Victoria City Councilmember, Victoria City Mayor, and Carver County Commissioner …"
Ten Years Ago the Victoria Gazette featured -- in "Whispering Hope" -- Janie Jasin, flamboyant, effervescent showman, an only child, a recovering alcoholic of 19 years, an entrepreneur, a motivational speaker, an author, mother, lover of animals, small towns, and genuine folk …"
In the New Year by Pastor Thomas Braun, Christ Victorious Lutheran Church.  "There are many things that call for our attention these days.  In this New Year, may our eyes be ever focused on the love, grace, and mercy that only comes by faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.  There is nothing else to see …"