On Moonlight Bay  by Sue Orsen.  "She was born in Green By, Wisconsin, he, on the bluffs of the Mississippi River outside of Winona, Minnesota.  Together they came to live on Lake Bavaria and sail on Lake Waconia."  Click of Feature for the story of Dave and Marlene Speltz.
FIRELINE by Tom Walsh, Victoria firefighter.  "Two of our new members are a husband and wife team, Jeff and Kari Nordeen, who have the dubious honor of being called The Rookies …"
Chamber's Channel by Marlene Speltz, Victoria Chamber of Commerce.  "Make your plans to attend this 14th annual Touch of Bavaria on Saturday, September 22nd, from 1 to 11:30 p.m.  Three bands  are playing music for all ages, including Chopper, Mohr and More, & Alpenrose…"
The Sheriff's Shingle by Bud Olson, Carver County Sheriff.  "I urge drivers to be extra alert this time of the year.  School is open …"
File Now for the School Board.  Residents of District #112 who are interested in filing as a candidate for the school board must do so before 5 p.m. on Tuesday, September 11th.  Four positions will go before voters on Tuesday, November 6th.  For information call 952-556-6110.
KIDS TALK by Kyra Schindler, student friend of the Gazette.  "Imagine that there were no kids in your everyday life.  Think of not having the soothing summer of our never-ending questions or the constant nagging to take us somewhere …"
"Wreckoon" Relief by Lee Clark, The Practical Pig.  "Sometime during the night in early June there was a double murder in our backyard.  Daylight revealed the crime scene and the murder suspect …"
God at Work by  Pastor Ken Kozer, Mount Olivet Church West.  "This will be God's church in Victoria, Minnesota.  If you do not already have a church home, I invite you to come and be part of what God is doing.  It is my privilege as lead pastor to invite you …"
Jogger Friendly by Father Bob White, St. Victoria Catholic Church.  "In reflecting on that afternoon of not too long ago, I've come to a deep and painful realization.  There comes a time in every middle-aged man's life that he needs to come to accept a hard truth …"
Sketches from Sara by Sara Hanlon, The Mill House Gallery.  "Recently, a television program offered the following, rather disturbing advice:  'Use furniture polish to clean and shine a painting.' …"
The Lions Den by Ed Hjermstad, president of the Victoria Lions.  "The Lions want to thank all of the participants and fans who helped to make our 33rd annual Lions Softball Tournament a huge success …"
Guests in Motion by Janie Jasin, Motivational Speaker.  "Yes, Victoria people, I have had guests this summer here at Wautoma, Wisconsin, in my lake, on my lake, in my car, on my heart, in my mind, and resting my soul … I love Endless Summer …"
Cruise Control by Pastor Frank Jones, Lake Auburn Moravian Church.  "There is a danger in the familiar, when we let cruise control take over and we are not thinking.  It applies to driving, relationships,  and most aspects of our lives …"
Prudence Visits Her Doctor by Jim Larkin, amicus curiae et editoris.  "My doctor is true to his calling as a healer.  He doesn't play God with life and death …"
Heroes of History by Carol Vadnais, resident of Victoria.  "In the words of Samuel Johnson, a friend of Thomas Jefferson, 'If a man does not make new acquaintances as he advances through life, he will soon find himself left alone …"
Reigning Cats and Dogs by Mike Wartman, former resident of Victoria.  "I am especially terrified of cats because alley cats used to jump out of the burning barrels as I was taking out the garbage.  Imagine 3 wild cats leaping out at you as you tried to light them, I mean the garbage, …"
Senior Citizens Corner by Ethel Ausink, Senior Citizens Reporter.  "I've enjoyed  the picnics and various activities of cities and villages this year, especially the Relay for Life that is held in Slayton, Minnesota …" 
Code Corner by Tom Gray, Victoria Building Official.  "Based upon the actions and skills of Victoria's volunteer residents, I think we discovered one of Victoria' secrets …"
Waiting for Morning by Pastor Thomas Braun, Christ Victorious Lutheran Church.  "Goodnight, Daddy," said the boy.  "I'll see you in the morning."  And he closed his eyes and stepped into heaven …
Ten Years Ago the Gazette featured Red and Elaine Anderson in "A Second Wind, A Second Life."  Before Red and Elaine met and married in 1969, they each had lived over 50 years in a different life …"
On the Road Again Part II by Thom Derr, Rough Rider.  "Bears, buffalo, and bull, oh my!  As you ride into the western states you are frequently on range land …"
Hook, Line, & Sinker by Editor Sue.  "Sometimes when I see minnows, which is not very often, I think of smelt, which is not so very strange since smelt are also small and slippery silver.  When I think of smelt …"