Monthly Archives: September 2003

In light of September 24th’s school shooting at Rocori High School in Cold Spring, many are probably wondering how safe their own schools are. Those in the five public school districts in Morrison County are no exception. Each of the … Continue reading →

The Little Falls swim team traveled to Apollo for a Sept. 30 meet in which they came away with three wins and seven runner-ups. The team ended up on the short end of the meet, losing 105-79. Brittany Corrow came … Continue reading →

(Pictured is Little Falls forward Andrea Ploof as she tries to take a bouncing shot away from the Storm goal keeper during the second half of the Oct. 2 game. Staff photo by Jason Olson)“I knew this team would be … Continue reading →

(Pictured is Flyer Senior Andrea Ploof (12) as she challenges a Sauk Rapids player (14) for the ball during the first half of their 1-1 draw at the Belle Prairie soccer fields. A physical first half led to a few … Continue reading →

It was a game that could have come straight from the Women’s World Cup as Little Falls hosted Sauk Rapids in its final regular season game at the Belle Prairie soccer field, Oct. 2.“Darn! These girls are a great group … Continue reading →

(Pictured are some of the almost 200 community members who showed up for the Oct. 2 training session on methamphetamine use in Morrison County. The group represented law enforcement, counselors, hospital staff, realtors, and many others who are more likely … Continue reading →

(Pictured is Morrison County Chief Deputy Tom Ploof who spoke to approximately 200 people at Oct. 2’s methamphetamine training session in the Government Center. A community forum also took place that same evening at the Little Falls Community High School. … Continue reading →

Otherwise known as “crank,” methamphetamine (meth) use in Morrison County is just now showing its face. In an attempt to spread awareness and give some training on dealing with meth labs and use in the area, three branches of the … Continue reading →

Little Falls Community Highschool graduate Paul Martin, ‘00, recently took medalist honors at the Inaugural Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (UMAC) golf conference championship. Martin, a senior at the University of Minnesota- Morris, not only won medalist honors for shooting the … Continue reading →

The consensus of those gathered Tuesday evening to discuss a possible summer festival for Little Falls was, “Yes, the City should indeed have one.”“I was saddened when Flavor of Morrison County and Riverfest left,” said Susan Haugen, manager of Linden … Continue reading →

Morrison County adopted a fee for conducting licensing inspections of family day-care programs, and to cover the cost of criminal background studies that are required for licensing purposes.The commissioners adopted the fees at their Sept. 30 board meeting.Beginning Jan 1, … Continue reading →

The JV squad fell to Pierz 5-4 in the final match of the season in Little Falls, Oct. 2. Little Falls 4, Apollo 3Singles: No. 1— Alex Gruska (Ap) def. Jessica Peterson 6-0, 6-1; No. 2— Amy Steffes (Ap) def. … Continue reading →

Little Falls beat the winless Willmar Cardinals for the second time this year 5-1 at the Belle Prairie soccer Fields, Sept. 30.Flyer Eric Bell highlighted the game with a four-goal performance and Jason Casillas remained sharp in goal with 13 … Continue reading →

Chosen for the honor was Jan Freeman, a clinic nurse at the Family Medical Center in Little Falls. She has been at the center for 13 years.Her employer, Dr. Lisa Germscheid said, “Jan is an excellent employee. She is dedicated, … Continue reading →

The Little Falls Area Chamber of Commerce has announced its October Employee of the Month.

It may be of some comfort to those who receive a ticket for certain offenses, from a member of the Morrison County Sheriff’s Department, that all their fine money will remain in the county.Action taken at the Sept. 30 commissioners … Continue reading →

Little Falls Community High School announced its Athletes of the Month for September. Maggie Cotton was nominated by Girls Head Girls Tennis Coach Greg Emerson. “Maggie is in her fourth year of varsity tennis. She has been a valuable asset … Continue reading →

On Thursday, Oct. 16, Mid-Minnesota Federal Credit Union (MMFCU) in Little Falls is hosting an open house from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to celebrate International Credit Union Day. This event recognizes the proud history of credit unions and cultivates … Continue reading →

Fifteen past Post Commanders gathered at the Little Falls American Legion clubrooms Wednesday evening to celebrate the 32nd Post Commanders Night for Post 46. Those attending included, front, Roger Ackerman, present commander of Post 46, Mike Neubarth, Department Commander, Rich … Continue reading →

Most Community Services classes and activities require preregistration and prepayment. Call Community Services at 320-632-7938 for information. Adult Basic Education and GED preparation classes are held every Tuesday from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Central Office Building in Little … Continue reading →

On Oct. 14, men in Central Minnesota are going to bring awareness to domestic violence. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the perfect opportunity for the first annual “Up All Night” campaign. The “Up All Night” campaign is a … Continue reading →

The public is invited to participate in a small group book study using the book, “The Purpose Driven Life” by Rick Warren. This #1 New York Times Bestseller addresses the question “What on earth am I here for?” Small groups … Continue reading →

The governor sent a request to USDA for a weather related disaster declaration for a large number of counties in Minnesota. Keeping accurate production records can be important in documenting losses for disaster assistance programs. But keeping good records of … Continue reading →

The Minnesota Dairy Research and Promotion Council is seeking candidates to run for board positions in 11 districts of the state. Candidates will represent dairy farmers in their district, and make decisions regarding the expenditure of dairy check-off funds. Candidates … Continue reading →

The Heartland Symphony Orchestra invites the public to attend a reception on Sunday, Oct. 12, after the concert at the Black and White Hamburger Shop in downtown Little Falls.This is a chance to meet board members, performers, guest soloist and … Continue reading →

National 4-H Week is being celebrated Oct. 5-11. All Morrison County youth enrolled in grades K-13 are encouraged to join the Morrison County 4-H Program. Youth in Kindergarten through grade two are considered “Cloverbuds”. Cloverbuds are able to participate in … Continue reading →

On Sept. 5, 2003, the United States Senate declared October National Work and Family Month. Congress has challenged employees across the nation to respond with celebrations and raise awareness about work/family issues. Even though families these days appear to be … Continue reading →

(Pictured is Deb Retka, a member of the West Side Improvement Association, as she looked down from one of the landings at the Dewey-Radke House. The house has a basement, three floors and a widow’s watch tower. Staff photo by … Continue reading →

(Pictured checking out the Dewey-Radke house recently were Rosemary Doble, a tour guide at the house some years ago, Brian Crowder, Jay Bailey and Mary Bednarek. Built by Norwegians, the house has definite Norwegian characteristics, including the widow’s watch tower … Continue reading →

“Can’t you just feel it? I think this house is happy we’re here.”Such were the excited words of Brian Crowder as he and other members of the West Side Improvement Association toured the Dewey-Radke House Tuesday evening.The evening before, Crowder, … Continue reading →