Management expert Peter Drucker is credited with saying, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.” There have been several adaptations of this simple yet important quote over the years, …

Whenever I read Cecil Wade’s column, two things come to mind: What an incredible value she brings to the Benton County News, with her historical insights and keen eye and observations for the …

When making decisions, it is important to consider best practices, research and data nuanced with common sense and anecdotal evidence. There isn’t one element that supersedes all others or that …

It can be confusing, explaining the placement of various sites within town, even a town as small as Foley.   Where is Foley Floral located? Well, remember Tom O’Rourke’s gas …

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development launched the Automation Loan Participation Program as part of the $97 million through the State Small Business Credit …

Burglary is a property crime; however, it can feel very personal to those who have been victims. The thought that a stranger was inside their home is unnerving for anyone who has suffered a …

Thanks to the handy reporting of the Benton County News’ own Tim Hennagir – a grizzled veteran in the newspaper industry – readers have learned that the newly elected Benton County …

They goad us into joining them in the “What kind of weather we’ll have this season” game, especially asking, “How’s Mother Nature going to treat us this winter?” …

Educationally, we know having high expectations of students results in increased performance and achievement. Expecting students to do better, strive for excellence and maximize their potential is …

In a world constantly fighting for our attention, we often find ourselves distracted without being privy to our inattentiveness. While troubling, it is no surprise.  Humanity’s concrete …

Living a lengthy time in a small geographical area can shorten the list of local persons with whom one has made contact over a lifetime, but for an obscure reason, they remain vaguely familiar …

A question we often receive is whether we assess too much. While it is true we have a variety of assessments that are formally provided and a few that are required, we utilize assessment results …