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CENTENNIAL GRADUATES: ‘Here’s to the rest of our lives’ PAGE 5
Flag facts: Did you know?
Capitol recap: Area legislators reflect on session
The United States flag was first imagined after the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The Continental Congress authorized creation of the first national flag on June 14, 1777. It was decided that the flag should have 13 stripes, alternating red and white, to represent the original 13 colonies, and that the new union be represented by 13 white stars in a blue field to signify a "new constellation." Francis Hopkinson, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, is most often credited with the original design. Today there are 50 stars on the flag to represent the 50 states, while the 13 stripes still represent the 13 British colonies that became the first states. While this may be common knowledge, Public Law 94-344, known as the Federal Flag Code, may not be as widely known. The code dictates that the flag is to be treated with respect and proper etiquette. The code is extensive, but the following guidelines can help private individuals interested in displaying their flags do so in accordance with the law: • Flags should only be displayed in public from sunrise to sunset, unless the flag can be properly illuminated during darkness. In this instance, it may be displayed at all times. • When displayed with other flags,
Each year, it is a tradition at Press Publications to touch base with local state representatives and senators to find out how they feel about the legislative session that just wrapped up.
Rep. Elliott Engen District 36A
The 2023 Minnesota legislative session can be summed up in one word: Expensive. With a nearly $18 billion surplus, the Legislature should have spent all Rep. Elliott Engen session delivering family-focused tax relief. It is disappointing that taxes are instead set to increase by $10 billion. I was disheartened by the unwillingness of the Majority party to work across the aisle. My bill to eliminate the sales tax on infant care items, like strollers and car seats, received unanimous support in both the House and Senate. Unfortunately, this provision was stripped from the Tax bill during Conference Committee. Our small Main Street businesses are the lifeblood of our communities. During COVID, these job creators struggled to keep their doors open amidst shutdowns. Ever since the COVID restrictions lifted, workforce shortages, supply chain issues and inflation have continued to impact their recovery. Instead of supporting our job creators, this session the Legislature passed a host of new mandates that will drive our Main Street businesses out of operation.
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Centennial graduates: Where are they off to?
Nicole Kammer
Nicole Kammer – Attending Davidson College in North Carolina, majoring in political science and minoring in theater.
Will Kalvin
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Will Kalvin – Attending Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, Florida, majoring in civil engineering.
Lizzie Elsenpeter
Lizzie Elsenpeter – Attending the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, majoring in English.
Paxton Wade
Paxton Wade – Attending Century College online for two years with hopes of one day opening a small coffee shop.
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