December 2022

Education and American Democracy

Require a Rethinking of the Foundations of Democracy” Before we go forward with our historical discussion of American Democracy, we must be aware that there are events today—like the January assault on the Capitol or the arrest of the in-surrectionist group in Idaho—that challenge us to rethink the foundations and “guarantees” of our democracy. There are other occurrences— like Krysta Seneca of Arizona, running for office as a Democrat, then declaring after victory that she is now an Independent.

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Clarence Carlson

Clarence Oden Carlson, 101, a longtime Crookston, MN resident, passed away late Saturday afternoon, December 3, 2022, at Good Samaritan Society-Sacred Heart in Bismarck, ND. Clarence had gone to Bismarck 2 weeks prior to be closer to his son, Clare, as his health was beginning to fail.

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LINDA C.BLACK HOROSCOPES

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (12/14/22). Prioritize home and family to grow this year. Action, persistence and determination realize creative dreams. Winter obstacles affect work and health, before springtime relaxation inspires flowering romance. Redirect plans over a summer transition phase, before social connection illuminates the autumn. Share domestic comforts and love.

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51st Annual Crookston Christmas Bird Count Scheduled December 17

The National Audubon Society invites birdwatchers to participate in the longest- running community science survey, the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count (CBC). On Saturday, December 17, birders and nature enthusiasts in Crookston will take part in this tradition, many rising before dawn to participate. This is the 123rd annual count hosted by Audubon.

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Golden Eagle Women’s Basketball Falls to Dragons 71-50 in Conference Road Game

MOORHEAD, Minn. – Minnesota State University Moorhead controlled the paint and the boards Saturday, December 10 to claim a 71-50 win over the University of Minnesota Crookston women’s basketball team at Nemzek Hall. MSU Moorhead had 43 rebounds to 25 for the Golden Eagles. They scored 44 points in the paint Saturday.

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