Home for the Holidays  by Sue Orsen.  "For the past twelve months, Steve Sarvi wasn't home to be part of the big and little things that happen in a family ..."  Click on Front Page.
Cool, Man!  by Cowboy Tom Stumpf, Cowboy Correspondent.  "Have you ever been cold?  Real cold?  Yeah, yeah, the cowboy can see all those heads bobbing up and down ..."
Sweet the Ball Away by Tom Abts, Deer Run Golf Pro.  "No one who plays golf wants to be called a hacker.  But if no one wants to be tagged with that label, why are there so many hackers?"
Calling All Cops! by Mike Wartman, Former resident of Victoria.  "The Village of Victoria was a small one years ago and we only needed one Cop.  But since there was no crime, the Cop just cruised around in the town Cop Car ..."
A Matter of Principle by Jim Larkin, amicus et editoris.  "Do you solemnly promise that you will start a weight loss program today and not cease until your girth has achieved a status of half its present proportion?" asked Claire.
When Things Are Crazy by Pastor Thomas Braun, Christ Victorious Lutheran Church.  "One day when the police officer was manning a speed trap, he pulled over a driver and told her she was 15 mph over the speed limit.  She explained that she was very low on gas and was trying to reach the next gas station before she ran out ..."
Be Thankful by Pastor Frank Jones, Lake Auburn Moravian Church.  "I remember as a kid being in deep trouble one evening.  Mom made liver and spinach for supper and it was my turn to offer thanks.  I asked Dad if I could be excused because I didn't want to be a hypocrite.  Dad was not amused ..."
The Chamber's Channel by Carol Notermann, administrator, Victoria Chamber of Commerce.  "We hope to see many new members and prospective members in attendance at our next meeting ..."
On the Hot Seat by Thom Derr, Rough Rider.  "Last week I took a little trip down to Arkansas for a Christian Motorcycle Rally.  Knowing this writing was due, I took a stamped envelope along so that I could write it and mail it to Sue ..."
Counci's Column by Mary Thun, Victoria City Councilmember.  "Since our city council approved the purchase of land along Lake Auburn with the goal of making a trade with Three Rivers Park District, it is expected that the city council will also approve the exchange.  No money will exchange hands ..."
Health Savings Accounts by State Rep. Paul Kohls, Victoria, MN District #34A.  "The Legislature acted this year to encourage businesses to offers Health Savings Accounts to their employees, so hopefully they will become available to you very soon.  They reduce health care costs, and they empower consumers and lower premiums ..."
Keep a Free America by Ethel Ausink, Senior Citizens Reporter.  "Let's hope that the State Department will be so occupied by other domestic issues and feel we in the United States are very capable of taking care of our own election, and we don't need or want the U.N. Security Council to monitor our elections!"
Carver County Comments by Gary Delaney, Victoria, Carver County Commissioner.  "The tough part about our county government budget is that if we, the Board or the taxpayers, wish to restore or add a 'service,' the money must either come from a tax increase or a reduction from an existing service.  Let the debate begin ..."
A Page from Parks and Rec by Tammy Abrahamson, Victoria Parks and Recreation Director.  "Do you know the easiest exercise that can add years to your life and life to your years?  This exercise is known as walking.  There is nothing to it.  All you need is a comfortable pair of shoes ..."
Code Corner:  Checking Reality by Tom Gray, Victoria Building Official.  "I've never watched one minute of 'reality TV.'  I figure those shows are as real as professional wresting.  I tend to get annoyed when hearing people talk about watching these shows.  I want to scream, 'If you want reality, turn the TV off and look out a window!"
From the Lions Den by Joe Schmieg, President, Victoria Lions Club.  "Since 1917, when Lions was founded by Melvin Jones in Chicago, Lions clubs around the world have offered people the opportunity to give something back to their communities.  Lions clubs have always embraced individuals dedicated to building a brighter future for their community ..."
Twenty Years Ago the Gazette featured six candidates for the Victoria City Council in "They're Off and Running."  Mayor David Boorsma is being challenged by Jerry Schmieg, while Ron Spargo, Darel Geske, Susan Hines, and Whitey Wellens are running for two council seats."
Ten Years Ago the Gazette featured Chris and Jane Christopherson, celebrating 40 years of marriage in "From Rivalry to Romance."  The rivalry was between the Hinckley and Sandstone teams.  The romance resulted in Debra Jean, Cynthia Lou, Audrey Kay, Barbara Jo, and Keith Harold."