Monthly Archives: November 2000

She’s a survivor, and he’s her wellspring of support. It’s been a trying year for Clarence and Marguerite Gocken of Royalton, but they’re ever thankful to be back together again during this holiday season. Through sheer determination, and a lot … Continue reading →

It’s a sure sign of winter when there is enough snow to build a nine-foot snowman such as the one that stands guard at the Jarle Scott residence at 605 12th Street N.E. Little Falls. The snowman was constructed by … Continue reading →

After months of inactivity on November 22, the Pierz School Board renewed the superintendent’s contact for another two years retroactive to July 1, 2000 and ending June 30, 2002. Board Chair Bridget Britz indicated the contract benefits and salary increase … Continue reading →

• November 28—Christmas lights at the VA Hospital and Snowman Crafts for AD students begins (LFCHS Special Education Room, 3:30 – 5 p.m.) and Iron-on T-shirt transfers (7 – 9 p.m. in Computer Tech Lab) and CLC Advisor at Central … Continue reading →

The Pierz City Council came a step closer to renewing the franchise agreement with US Cable of Coastal – Texas L.P. Monday night. Steve Johnson from the company’s Cold Spring office appeared before the council to negotiate a new tower … Continue reading →

Although summer vacation is six months away, plans are being formulated now for summer youth activities. Mary Tschida, community education director for the Pierz School District, met with the Pierz City Council Monday night to talk about funding the summer … Continue reading →

Since late spring and early summer, consumers have been alerted that there would be a delay in receiving their supply of flu vaccine. Now many are being told they will receive no more or none of their order. The main … Continue reading →

Little Falls fell victim to three goals in the final six minutes when the Flyers dropped an 8-7 non-conference high school hockey game to the visiting Storm of Sauk Rapids on Tuesday night. The Flyers tied the score (5-5) at … Continue reading →

Strong outside shooting and tough defensive play helped Pierz defeat Royalton, 67-23, in non-conference girls’ basketball action on Tuesday evening. Three Pioneers were in double figures, led by junior forward Shiela Stegora who scored 20 points and grabbed 13 rebounds. … Continue reading →

The Student Recognition Committee at Swanville High School has selected its October Student of the Month. She is Brittany Thieschafer, daughter of Dan and Lori Thieschafer of Swanville. Brittany is a very active participant in many Swanville High School activities. … Continue reading →

Big, bold and bright describe the 13 tempera paintings welcoming visitors to Gallery 112. The paintings, by Healy High School students, represent the style of art originating in the late 1950s and early 1960s called Pop Art. Though seeming to … Continue reading →

Upsala led a large group of area players named to the Prairie Conference all-conference volleyball team. In fact, the entire starting line-up of the champion Cardinals was named. Seniors Lisa Ripplinger and Jennifer Boeckermann were the league’s Most Valuable Offensive … Continue reading →

There are two divisions of football in the Prairie Conference-South and North—and, this year the league produced four ranked teams, two of which reached the state’s final four in the Class A playoffs. Several area players were honored during the … Continue reading →

Art at Work, an exhibit of functional art by Minnesota artists, will appear at The Charles A. Weyerhaeuser Memorial Museum in Little Falls from December 5 through December 28. An opening reception is scheduled for December 5 at 6 p.m. … Continue reading →

In recognizing the importance of volunteers in area communities, the Morrison County Volunteer Network (MCVN) presents the following opportunities: • Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)—provides volunteer opportunities for persons 55 years or better, while volunteering benefits are included. Contact: … Continue reading →

The Little Falls Area Chamber of Commerce recently selected its December Employee of the Month. Sharon Dobis is being honored this month for her two and a half years of dedicated secreterial service to the Work Force Center of Little … Continue reading →

Members of the Little Falls School Board received information on the district’s enrollment numbers for the 2000-01 school year and on the Free and Reduced Lunch Program at their meeting Monday night. The food service report issued in November reflected … Continue reading →

The Continuing Education Center has announced the November Advisee of the Month. Joe Stimack is the son of Jim and Karen Stimack. “I think the one thing that stands out about Joe is that he is just a nice guy, … Continue reading →

The teachers and staff at Upsala High School have announced their selection for this year’s HOBY representative. Adam Theisen has been selected as Upsala High School’s representative at the Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership (HOBY) program next summer. Adam will attend … Continue reading →

A desire to succeed and a hard worker are adjectives teachers use to describe the November Girl of the Month at Little Falls Community High School. Alexis Sandy is the daughter of George and Faye Sandy of Little Falls. School, … Continue reading →

Citing her involvement in many activities in her school and community, and high quality of work and character, the faculty at Royalton High School has named a special senior as Student of the Month for November. Tracy Bieniek has been … Continue reading →

“And Now For Something Completely Dinosaur” was presented by the second grade students at Lindbergh Elementary School last Thursday afternoon. Performing for a standing room only crowd, the students dazzled the audience with their newly acquired expertise on the prehistoric … Continue reading →

I hope you’ve noticed the Holiday Recipe of the Week contest that Val has been featuring in her cooking column the last couple of weeks. Each week, the first place winner prepares the recipe, brings it into the Record office … Continue reading →

All in the same boatIn the wake of the closest election in a hundred years, I’m wondering what motivates the people (nationwide, over half of eligible voters) who couldn’t be bothered to make it to the polls. Minnesotans can be … Continue reading →

Slowed us down, but we don’t give upTo the Editor: They may have slowed us down, but we don’t give up. They may even get enough votes because the ones that can’t vote are the ones that are most important … Continue reading →

LF Bantam A team wins twoLittle Falls Bantam A team won twice in most recent action—over Sauk Rapids, 7-1, and Detroit Lakes, 6-2. Goals for Little Falls included three each for Esteban Gonzalez and Kyle Kalis, two each for Steven … Continue reading →

LF Bowling Center• Saturday Nite Mixed: Mark’s Repair 2, Dosh Stump Removal 6; KARR 8, Gutter Dusters 8; JABOD 0, CSRS 8; Honor Counts: Paul Waldoch 513; Mark Waldoch 512; Lonnie Warner 211, 233, 642.• Sunday Nite Mixed: Dam D’s … Continue reading →

Girl’s basketball game is now February 24Due to a scheduling conflict for Pillager, the game scheduled at Royalton on December 8 has been changed to Saturday, February 24. Former Flyer named to All-NCC first teamSenior offensive lineman Ryan Stadum of … Continue reading →

Richard A. Henze III and Kara I. Olsen, both of Little Falls, MN. Robert J. Becker of Swanville, MN and Kelly J. Poser of Pierz, MN.