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Don’t be ashamed of having a mental illness

I wrote this column over a year ago, but I’ve been hearing about a lot of people dealing with mental illness lately, so I wanted ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, January 7, 2016 9:25 am

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How to keep entertained in the wintertime

Every year, around this time, Minnesotans are reminded just how brutal winters can be. We’ve had an oddly warm winter so far, but I’m sure ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, December 24, 2015 9:41 am

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What’s your favorite thing to do in winter?

Since we’ve finally gotten some more snow, I thought I’d share 10 of my favorite things about winter. Really, I’m not a huge fan of ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, December 10, 2015 10:01 am

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Thankful for family, freedom, art and work

Happy Thanksgiving! I’m thankful every day of the year, but I thought I’d share some of the things I’m most thankful for. With all the ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Wednesday, November 25, 2015 3:05 pm

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Remembering times with a sassy grandma

Sassy. Last Sunday, Nov. 1, I lost one of the sassiest and most important people I know in my life, my grandma, Margie Murtaugh. As ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, November 12, 2015 9:44 am

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Creative entrepreneurs to meet monthly

Last week, I got some fantastic news. I was notified that I am becoming the newest leader of the Rising Tide Society’s nationwide networking program, ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, October 29, 2015 9:30 am

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Schools need to reapproach Columbus Day

“Columbus sailed the ocean blue in 1492.” We all are taught this rhyme in elementary school, learning that Christopher Columbus was this great guy who ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, October 15, 2015 10:15 am

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Memories gained from travel are priceless

I can barely hold in the excitement over the fact that it is finally my favorite month of the year! Not only is it my ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, October 1, 2015 9:26 am

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My favorite things about the season of fall

Fall is right around the corner, so I thought I’d share my favorite things about this wonderful season. Pumpkins: I love the vivid orange color that ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, September 17, 2015 10:09 am

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The Outlet offers much for entrepreneurs

In May, a place very important to me opened in Albert Lea. This place is called The Outlet. So, what is The Outlet? The Outlet ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, September 3, 2015 9:11 am

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Photographs can make an impact on history

For over a century, photography has been used as a way of telling stories. These stories may be exactly what they appear to be when ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, August 20, 2015 9:15 am

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A lot of stress placed on students these days

A new school year is right around the corner. Upon reviewing some of my old writing, I came across this piece which I wrote in ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, August 13, 2015 9:25 am

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Favorite foods at the Freeborn County Fair

We have now entered a period of time which many Albert Leans refer to as “the six best days of summer,” a.k.a. the Freeborn County ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, August 6, 2015 9:39 am

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Make some changes in life when too stressed

Small changes make a big difference, at least that’s what I’ve learned in the last couple of weeks. About three weeks ago, something happened to ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, July 30, 2015 9:35 am

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Ski tournament planned for this weekend

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, I’ve got the perfect thing for you. The Bayside Water Ski Show Team is hosting the ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, July 23, 2015 9:38 am

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