Monthly Archives: May 2003

More changes will be coming to Minnesota Extension Services. The commissions were presented with the changes at their May 27 planning meeting.Regional centers that house all of the regional Extension educators, funded by state and federal dollars, was the major … Continue reading →

Some counties are already charging county inmates to stay at the jail. Morrison County may soon join them.Addressing the issue at the May 27 commissioners planning meeting, Sheriff Michel Wetzelpresented a proposal to the commissioners which would require inmates sentenced … Continue reading →

Milk and milk products have played a vital role in America’s history since 1611 when the first cows were brought to Jamestown, VA. Since those early days, an industry has grown that has successfully continued to serve the nutritional needs … Continue reading →

Central Lakes College, Brainerd and Staples, will offer a two-year degree in Natural Resources Law Enforcement starting next fall. The degree to be offered is Associate in Applied Science. The college currently offers 72-credit AAS degrees separately in both Natural … Continue reading →

(Pictured: Lou Brown, stands beside what, in less than two years, will be the only cow left on the farm. Staff photo by Liz Verley)Lou and Jim raised six daughters on their farm that is located in Morrill. And although … Continue reading →

As spring turns to summer, visions of cookouts, picnics and cool refreshing suppers fill the thoughts of many. But these special meals would be quite bland and unexciting if one did not include milk, cheese, cottage cheese, ice cream or … Continue reading →

Stan Wielinski loved baseball. He played it; he watched it; he promoted it. Stan was also a long-time member of the Little Falls Lions which he served as president and as district governor. Stan passed away in September, 2000. To … Continue reading →

(Pictured: Players from both sides congratulate each other after the game in the ceremonial handshake at home plate. Staff photo by Jason Olson)Hanson recorded 13 strikeouts coming off of fa four-day rest, which concerned the Royals coaching because of the … Continue reading →

(Pictured: The Royalton Royals won the Sub-Section 5A South title, May 29 with their win over USA 9-3. Royalton players are: Coaches Rusty Gwost and Chad Shelstad, Andrew Gurbada, Brian Hanson, Chris Fussy, Nathan Obermiller, Nick Petron, Aaron Petron, Pete … Continue reading →

A six run inning was the difference as Royalton defeated Upsala-Swanville 9-3 in Cold Spring, May 29.The long-time rivalry added another chapter, with some bitter words and actions but in the end the Royals won and the Patriots graciously accepted … Continue reading →

Phyllis Tschudy, 88Phyllis Irene Tschudy, a resident of Little Falls, MN, died at her home in Little Falls, on May 28, 2003. Funeral services were held May 31 at First Lutheran Church in Little Falls, with Rev. David Steffenson and … Continue reading →

Charlotte GrantMemorial services for Charlotte Bowman Grant, daughter of Laura Siegel Larson, will be held Saturday, June 7, 2003, at 2 pm. at Zion Lutheran Church, 220 NE Street, Brainerd, MN.

States that have joined the national movement to require young men to register with Selective Service before they can renew their driver’s license have seen dramatic positive results from their efforts, with increases in registration rates as high as 11 … Continue reading →

State Senator Paul Koering (R-Fort Ripley) has announced that his request to the Legislature for $1 million to clean up the Hennepin Paper site in Little Falls was accepted in a bonding bill which passed on the final day of … Continue reading →

Coming before the Little Falls City Council and the Morrison County Commissioners recently to give an update of Camp Ripley, the post commander painted a picture of “a good neighbor.”“Our three main objectives are to train soldiers to go to … Continue reading →

A recent bill passed by Minnesota lawmakers now allows bars to stay open until 2 a.m. The previous closing time for bars was 1 a.m.Bars that want to stay open the extra hour will pay a fee of $200 to … Continue reading →

The City of Buckman is celebrating its centennial June 27-29.The village of Buckman originated in 1889 and was incorporated in May of 1903, according to resident Ester Britz.Kick-off for the event includes a performance by the 34th Infantry Division Red … Continue reading →

On May 14, the Staples/Motley Special Olympics Team competed in the Area 5 Track Meet in Brainerd. Twenty-one athletes competed in running meter races, softball throw, tennis ball throw, running long jump and shot put. Coaches Julie Richgels and Kim … Continue reading →

The fourth annual Fine Arts Night was held at the LFCHS Thursday evening. Many of the professional-like projects on display, such as wood shop creations that included desks, grandfather clocks and china cabinets, and sewing projects that included quilts, were … Continue reading →

(Photo: Gary Irwin took this picture of a black bear from his patio last weekend after it broke his bird feeder. Bears can be discouraged from returning to bird feeders if the feed is cleaned up and not replaced for … Continue reading →

When Gary Irwin filled his bird feeder last weekend at his home in rural Little Falls, he was hoping to attract a few small, colorful birds to watch from his patio.But what he attracted wasn’t exactly colorful and was anything … Continue reading →

(Photo: Rose Yost dries all types of flowers and greenery with homemade flower presses, then applies the dried flowers and greenery to various items creating what she mostly gives away as gifts with a personal touch. Staff photo by Lisa … Continue reading →

What do you get when you have a skilled carpenter and a crafter with a passion for flowers both in the same family? A hand crafted flower press, of course.

In the opening round of the Sub-Section 8AAA South tournament, the number six ranked Little Falls team took on seventh ranked Sauk Rapids in Little Falls.They won their opening round game 13-1 behind strong pitching from Christian Larson who pitched … Continue reading →

When Upsala senior Dan Miller competes at the Class A State Track Tournament in Blaine this Friday, June 6, he wants to do more than win. He wants to break his own school record.Miller jumped 21 feet, 5-1/2 inches to … Continue reading →

Rep. Greg Blaine (R-Little Falls) said today that he was pleased to see that three significant projects of local interest were included in the Legislature’s final bonding bill. All three projects were originally included in last year’s bonding legislation, but … Continue reading →

Royalton senior, Sam Krystosek, will be competing in the long jump at the state track and field meet at the National Sports Center in Blaine on Friday, June 6, as a result of his 20’ 9-1/8” second place finish at … Continue reading →

USA came out swinging against B-B-E, despite first inning pitching woes and won 9-3 in their May 27 game.Some timely hitting by the Patriots mixed with some stronger pitching and defense as the game moved along earned the team a … Continue reading →

Four Pierz Healy High Track runners broke school records, and one runner will continue on to state after a first place finish, at the Section 5A meet, May 28.Sophomore, Zach Solinger took first place in the 1600m run with a … Continue reading →

Seniors Amy Schneider and Derek Monnier were named LFCHS athletes of the month for April. Amy is a captain and starting left fielder for the softball team and had a .419 batting average for the month of April with eight … Continue reading →