Monthly Archives: August 2003

Plump bratwursts heaped high with pungent sauerkraut served hot off the grill—the spicy German sausages made locally are synonymous with Oktoberfest celebrated Sunday in Pierz. The brat booth, sponsored by the Pierz Fire Department, is a favorite eating venue for … Continue reading →

(Pictured making a stop at the St. Francis convent in Little Falls as it makes its way around the country was the Wheels of Justice Bus. From left to right are Sister Merle Nolde, OSB, Sister Adela Gross, OSF, Dan … Continue reading →

It has been traveling around the country with its bright colors for over three years. Graphic photos of wounded children and women are taped to its windows. Some call those who ride the bus liberals; some call them compassionate weirdos; … Continue reading →

Concluding the Oktoberfest Parade Sunday in Pierz was this antique manure spreader offering “horse apples” for sale. The unit followed the Morrison County Sheriff’s Mounted Patrol and other horse-drawn wagons. Although the product was plentiful, there were no takers for … Continue reading →

Leading the Pierz Oktoberfest Parade Sunday in Pierz was Maurice Faust, grand marshal. He is pictured with his wife Margaret on the parade route. The Pierz historian and author has written six books since retiring several years ago from Hartmann’s … Continue reading →

The early morning Oktoberfest fun run August 24 in Pierz attracted a record number of participants. Runners of all ages and skill levels converged at Healy High School for the two- and five-mile starting line, including an entourage from Fish … Continue reading →

On Nov. 12 of this year, approximately 25,000 youth will converge on Houston, Texas, for the National Catholic Youth Conference. The National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) is an exciting, biennial four day experience of prayer, community and empowerment for Catholic … Continue reading →

St. Francis Music Center, Little Falls, will offer a fun musical experience for all area musicians. Each Thursday evening, a community band will meet from 7 – 8 p.m. at the music center. The band is open to anyone that … Continue reading →

A picture of all former Hennepin Paper employees will be taken at the former Paper Mill site, Wednesday, Sept. 3 at 2:15 p.m. This may be the last chance for a group picture before the demolition of the building begins.Those … Continue reading →

The Riverside Union Church will present a ministry of inspiration with the music group “In His Name.”They will be sharing the grace, glory and goodness of God on Friday Sept. 5 at 7 p.m.The church is located 3-1/2 miles north … Continue reading →

All women are invited to participate in the two women’s studies starting soon at Grace Covenant Church in Little Falls.In “Jesus, the One and Only,” participants will meet Jesus in a way they never have before. This life-changing journey will … Continue reading →

Leadership Lindyland—Dynamic Development of Community Leaders—is about to start its fourth year. This community-based program is designed to help individuals become stronger leaders in their communities through work, family, church, and volunteer organizations. Participants will gain valuable knowledge about the … Continue reading →

The Little Falls Arts and Crafts Fair Council is pleased to announce that there will again be a total of $5,000 awarded through grants in the amount of $500 – $1,500 to local not-for-profits this year as a result of … Continue reading →

The Upsala/Swanville Patriots began their 2003 football campaign with a 7-0 loss on the road.The team recovered five turnovers and couldn’t convert on any of them. Dylan Pittman led the Patriots on the ground rushing 15 times for 81 yards. … Continue reading →

The Cardinals traveled to Pillager for their season opener and came away with a 3 games to none win.Jane Koestler had 17 kills and one block, Christine Voss had four kills and one block, Katie Lange had two blocks, two … Continue reading →

The Flyers varsity volleyball squad fell to 0-2 in CLC action with their 3-0 loss to the Warriors in Brainerd.“The kids played hard tonight. Our intensity level is improving but we made crucial mistakes and had some trouble with receiving … Continue reading →

The Little Falls girls soccer team rose to the occasion against a very tough Apollo team.With the Flyers leading 2-0, Apollo mounted a comeback to tie the game in the second half and neither team was able to score in … Continue reading →

The Little Falls boys soccer team dropped their match against Apollo, Aug. 28.The home-side, Apollo started the scoring in the 15th minute and added another in the 19th minute. The Flyers were outshot in the first half 9-3. Then the … Continue reading →

It was a good day for the Little Falls Cross Country teams Monday, Aug. 25, as the boys and girls each placed third in their respective divisions and each had the top finisher, at the Milaca Inivational.Jonathon Stoltman won the … Continue reading →

(Pictured is No. 21 Christian Even who scored three touchdowns in the Flyers 42-28 win. Here he is pictured running back one of his two team’s touchdowns. Staff photo by Jason Olson)“The guys came out really focused and tuned in. … Continue reading →

(Picture: The Flyers were able to keep the Alexandria defense at bay with some key plays on the offensive line. “We knew we had the perimeter players to get it done and win some games, but we didn’t know how … Continue reading →

(Picture: The Little Falls crowd was definitely given something to cheer about in Thursdays game. The team drew fans of all ages to Flyer field for the season opener. Staff photo by Jason Olson)Getting back to how large this win … Continue reading →

What a better way to start off the season for the Little Falls Flyers Football team than with a 42-32 upset over CLC powerhouse Alexandria at Flyer Field, Aug. 28.“This was huge,” said Flyer Head Coach Jack Marmon. “Even more … Continue reading →

Little Falls native Mike Hamm was sworn in July 21 during a ceremony in the State Capitol Rotunda as director of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Division of Enforcement. He is a 1971 graduate of Little Falls Community High … Continue reading →

(Pictured is a scene from last year’s Little Falls Arts and Crafts Fair, will most likely be repeated over and over again next weekend when the 2003 fair takes place. Added this year will be an Antique and Collectibles Fair … Continue reading →

Shoppers will have the opportunity to “shop ‘til they drop” next weekend, Sept. 6 and 7, when Little Falls opens its doors (and streets and sidewalks) to local residents and thousands from beyond for the city’s Arts and Crafts Fair … Continue reading →

(Pictured watching the Qwest Telecom Pioneers construct a ramp to her doorway was Dody Stoy, third from the right. Pioneers working on the task were, kneeling, Art Lindgren and Al Barthel, standing, project Manager Denny Dahl, Carol Barthel and Denny … Continue reading →

Dody Stoy of Little Falls was wondering where she might turn to get a ramp built to the door of her home. It would help a lot when her husband, Dr. Robert Stoy, came home for visits. He is currently … Continue reading →

(Pictured is Howie Schomer, 2003 Pierz Oktoberfest Treasure Hunt winner, and his family, Corrine, 2, Latyana with Landon, 10 months, and Elias. Staff photo by Lorae Vardas) The effort earned Schomer $500 in Commercial Club Bucks, which he intended to … Continue reading →

Howard Schomer of Lastrup came up the big winner of the 2003 Pierz Oktoberfest Treasure Hunt. The Pierz businessman found the specially marked commemorative button at the corner post of a chain link fence surrounding the city maintenance shop located … Continue reading →