What was behind my shutdown vote? Let me explain. | Sen. Angus King

Amid accusations that he “caved” in a recent government shutdown vote, Senator Angus King firmly rejects this perception. In this piece, originally appearing as an opinion column, King clarifies he received more than critics assume and stands by the reasoning behind his decision.

What was behind my shutdown vote? Let me explain. | Sen. Angus King

Peggy Stabile | A Rebuttal on Collaborative Content

In a pointed letter to the editor, local resident and writer, Peggy Stabile, addresses allegations made about her husband’s relationship with a community veterans’ organization. Describing the concerns as “absurd,” she makes it clear that those who know the Stabiles would not believe the claims presented on two separate occasions.

Peggy Stabile | A Rebuttal on Collaborative Content

Letters: Law enforcement is a human institution

Law enforcement is neither inherently honorable nor despicable. It is an institution rooted in the actions of those who serve under its banner and the trust communities collectively place in them. This perspective highlights the importance of genuine human engagement within policing.

Letters: Law enforcement is a human institution

Editorial cartoon Oct. 1: Trash the TV

An editorial cartoon titled “Trash the TV” was published on October 1, 2025, signaling a bold statement about media culture. Though its full content is restricted to paid subscribers, the cartoon’s appearance in the Mitchell Republic’s opinion section has already sparked interest among readers.

Opinion | All I wanted was a pill refill, but I fell into a rabbit hole

Mike Tighe set out to refill a prescription—only to discover it was no longer a simple errand. In his opinion piece, he reflects on how this familiar task once worked more smoothly and wonders why convenience has become elusive.

Opinion | All I wanted was a pill refill, but I fell into a rabbit hole

Opinion | ‘Better PR’ Is a Trap for Israel

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar maintains that Israel’s top priority should be strategy and survival, not public relations. His stance challenges the belief that polishing the country’s image alone can safeguard its future.

Opinion | A murder investigation, a boat launch and a pile of underwater cars

A submerged car and a body were recently discovered in the Mississippi River near Sartell, Minn. This opinion piece by Richard Greelis explores how this startling find offers a stark contrast to an earlier underwater search in a murder investigation.

Opinion | A murder investigation, a boat launch and a pile of underwater cars

Editorial cartoon, May 28: Never forget what was sacrificed

An evocative editorial cartoon titled “Never forget what was sacrificed” was published by the *Mitchell Daily Republic*, prompting reflections on past sacrifices.