Monthly Archives: November 2003

It is now the season to choose a real Christmas tree for the holidays. Choices are many and can be confusing. Most people pay little attention to which type (species or variety) of tree to select. Instead, cost, overall appearance … Continue reading →

Christina Dake and Kevin Hagen were married Aug. 2, 2003, at Queen of Peace Church in Cloquet, MN.Parents of the couple are Jim and Pat Dake of Cloquet and Stan and Sue Hagen of Little Falls, MN.Maids of honor were … Continue reading →

The recent annexations will not permit an increase in the city’s levy limit.Such was the message given the Little Falls City Council by the city’s financial officer, Lori Kasella. “The state tells us to what amount we can go,” she … Continue reading →

The annual Community Thanksgiving meal, held at the LFCHS, was again a success, as it offered residents lots of good food and fellowship. Four of those who enjoyed the offerings were Louise Jackson of Little Falls, Norma Naill of Little … Continue reading →

(Pictured are Library Board Chair Brian Crowder and Librarian Helen Manion, who are happy with the way their plans to make the library’s third floor a special place just for teens have turned out. The visiting teens might also note … Continue reading →

While the area doesn’t have an official teen center, there is a place in Little Falls which teens can call their own. It’s the third floor of the city’s Carnegie Library.

Betz Tepley, right, presented Judy Buckingham, coordinator of the Holiday Gift Giving Program, with a check for $300—compliments of the Women’s Association at First United Church. “The number of families requesting gifts is up this year,” reported Buckingham, “from 183 … Continue reading →

A cookbook, planned both to honor and aid veterans and their families, is in the works. Behind the plan is Alan Soltis, Morrison County Council Commander for the 6th District American Legion.The cookbook, explained Soltis, will be used to raise … Continue reading →

Chosen for the honor was Mary Austin, assistant manager at Taco John’s for the past four years.Her employer Justin Bieganek said, “Mary brings an extraordinary spin to Taco John’s. She always greets you with a warm smile and friendly hello … Continue reading →

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

(Pictured are Habitat Board members Tom Scherling and Katie Kapus get ready to sell the 2003 Wells Fargo limited edition Christmas ornaments. Submitted photo)Only 2,000 ornaments have been created and Habitat for Humanity of Morrison County has a limited number … Continue reading →

Wells Fargo has commissioned Department 56 to create a limited edition Christmas ornament to support affordable housing. By purchasing the ornament, one will have taken the first step toward making someone’s dream of having a place to call home a … Continue reading →

(Pictured are Cyrena Sandbakken and Emily Hallberg who hope to raise funds for their future mission tour to Russia. Submitted photo)As they share their faith with congregations and members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Ingria, they will also see … Continue reading →

Cyrena Sandbakken and Emily Hallberg of Bethel Lutheran Church are putting quilts they made up for silent auction to help fund a mission tour to Russia in June 2004.

The Stearns History Museum presents Kringle Fest on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 1 to 3 p.m. Santa Claus will make a special appearance by the cozy confines of the museum’s historic Carnegie fireplace. He will visit with children and families … Continue reading →

Eight cars on a train derailed around 5 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 26 by the Little Falls Train Depot. Derailed were the 23rd through 30th cars of the 73 cars. The train, carrying mixed freight, unloaded four loads of wallboard … Continue reading →

(Pictured are the three senior captains: Craig Luberts, Tim Young and Tony Andres. Staff photo by Jason Olson)The Pierz wrestling team is returning 17 from last year’s state tournament roster. The team begins the season ranked No. 2 in the … Continue reading →

What a beginning to the 2003-04 school year for the Pierz Pioneers athletic program! The football team won its section and played in the state tournament; the cross country team sent a pair of runners to the state meet; and … Continue reading →

Terra Winscher, Royalton, is a member of the Central Lakes College basketball team that will compete in the Minnesota Community College Conference for the Brainerd school this season.Winscher, a 5-7 guard, is one of six talented freshmen recruits for Coach … Continue reading →

(Pictured Jordan Horejsi, Jon Schulz and Tony Parker showing some basketball skills. Staff photo by Jason Olson)Many players on the team played an estimated 80 games, including four tournaments between April and the end of July and won a summer … Continue reading →

For the Flyer Boys Basketball Head Coach, Kevin Jordan, expectations are growing as his squad is coming off one of the most productive off-seasons in his seven-year tenure in Little Falls.

Junior Girl Scout Troop #909 recently toured the Morrison County Humane Society’s shelter. The tour was part of a service project the girls took part in, for which troop members collected food, toys, cleaning products, blankets and other items for … Continue reading →

(Pictured is Bea Britz (left), chaplain and manager of spiritual services for Unity Family Healthcare, with Sandy Wright-Olson. Submitted photo)Staff members from Unity Family Hospice, a program of St. Gabriel’s Hospital, share this philosophy. As the NHPCO says, dying is … Continue reading →

The history of the hospice movement is deeply rooted in spiritually motivated service. According to the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO), in Europe, where hospice care began, care for the dying sprang from religious faith and was characterized … Continue reading →

For the new owners of the Quick and Clean Laundromat on the west side, Chip and Gail Fortmann, the improvements haven’t gone unnoticed. Since purchasing the laundromat in May, 2003, the couple has invested in a new floor, some new … Continue reading →

Santa’s touring schedule is full and he doesn’t want to disappoint his many fans. So, instead, Mrs. Claus has taken on some of her husband’s pre-Christmas visits with children. Mrs. Claus will be making an appearance at The Charles A. … Continue reading →

The Heartland Symphony Orchestra (HSO) is proud to present the winter concert entitled “Holiday Spectacular.” The concert will be performed on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m. in Brainerd, and Sunday, Dec. 7 at 2:30 p.m. in Little Falls.A Carol … Continue reading →

For Royalton residents looking for another excuse to decorate their homes, the Royalton Lions Club will be hosting a Holiday Light Contest. Those interested can register at city hall now through Dec. 5. Entrants are asked to have their lights … Continue reading →

The Randall-Cushing Little Elk Lions Club will soon be lighting the Christmas tree in downtown Randall with the Lights of Love. Anyone may order a bulb in honor or remembrance of special people in their lives. Bulbs are white, red, … Continue reading →

Junior guard Nate Miller of St. Cloud State has been named the North Central Conference Player of the Week for games played on Nov. 21-22.Miller, a junior guard from Little Falls and graduate of Little Falls Community High School, averaged … Continue reading →