As we’ve all experienced, Mother Nature doesn’t always play by our rules. The winter storm that hit Webster Parish this past week …
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Opinion
David Specht: Embracing New Beginnings in 2025: Minden’s Momentum Continues
by David Spechtby David SpechtAs we usher in 2025, many of us are filled with a sense of new beginnings. January often brings with it the …
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As we approach Christmas, one of the things I hold closest to my heart are the traditions that have been passed down …
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Opinion
David Specht: A Season of Presence: Embracing the Spirit of Christmas
by David Spechtby David SpechtAs we approach Christmas, the final days leading up to the holiday are often filled with a whirlwind of activities. We rush …
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Last week, I had the opportunity to travel around Minden with what I call the “eyes of a visitor.” It’s a perspective …
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Opinion
A Season of Gratitude: Reflecting on a Year of Growth and Resilience
by David Spechtby David SpechtAs we approach the season of Thanksgiving, I find myself reflecting on the past year and the many blessings that have come …
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Zig Zigler, the famous motivational speaker, said “if you help other people get what they want you can have everything you want.” …
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Dear Editor: One year ago, I rediscovered a sport that has taken me back to my childhood; back to a simpler time. …
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Opinion
David Specht: A Message to Our Readers: We’re Back Online—Thanks to You!
by David Spechtby David SpechtI’m thrilled to share some exciting news: the Minden Press-Herald website is officially back online! After a lengthy and challenging migration process, …
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If you’ve visited our newspaper website recently, you may have noticed something frustrating—the speed isn’t quite where we want it to be. …

