Monthly Archives: February 2005

The Pierz wrestling team, after defeating the New Richmond Panthers in the state quarter-finals, and trounching Grand Meadow/LeRoy-Ostrander/Kingsland, 36-13, on Friday in the semi-finals, looked hopefully to repeat as State Class A Champions. A report on the team’s Friday and … Continue reading →

By Bethany Malisheske  The first team competition for Pierz at the State Tournament was on Thursday. In the afternoon the Pioneers went up against the New Richland – Hartland – Ellendale – Geneva Panthers. Pierz finished with a 28-22 victory … Continue reading →

Holy Trinity School lunch menu  Monday, Feb. 28 – Chicken noodle soup, meat sandwich, carrots, mixed fruit. Tuesday, March 1 – Hamburger stew, coleslaw, bread, baked apple. Wednesday, March 2 – Seasoned meat, cheese sauce, nacho chips, lettuce salad, pineapple/orange slices. Thursday, March 3 … Continue reading →

To the Editor: I voted for moral values last November. President George W. Bush represented the moral values I considered most important. In voting for him, I joined a majority of Morrison County voters who, for many reasons, chose him … Continue reading →

To the Editor: I would like to take this means to congratulate Little Falls Police Captain Rick Koester on his retirement at the end of this month. I have known Rick since he came to Little Falls over 25 years … Continue reading →

To the Editor: Our troops are spread out very thin. We know the war on drugs is a laugh. There are thousands locked up for marijuana charges. The ones that are in jail for five years or so, just for … Continue reading →

To the Editor: I most vehemently oppose the sale of Linden Hill and the manner in which the decision was made. I’ve been told Ms. Musser gave so much to this community that it seems a violation of her memory to … Continue reading →

Senator Paul Koering introduced a proposal this week to modify the monthly premium costs parents of children with severe disabilities pay to access needed medical services. Specifically the bill would allow individuals to become eligible for the Medical Assistance program … Continue reading →

Francesca Seelen-Trushenski Francesca Alice Seelen-Trushenski was born to Sarah Trushenski and Mike Seelen of Pierz on Feb. 12, 2005, at 11:29 a.m. at St. Cloud Hospital. She weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces and was 19-1/2 inches long. Grandparents are Dale … Continue reading →

SUNDAY, February 27  • CD Release Party, “Jeremy Sanoski”, Falls Ballroom, Little Falls, 7 p.m.• Staples Area Youth Ministry presents “Meth: The Facts, Youth Program, God My   Strength”, Freshwater Education District, Staples, 2:30 – 6 p.m.• Quilt Bingo, St. … Continue reading →

Upsala  • TUESDAY NIGHT RESULTS—Dave Gaida 18 1/2-2 1/2, Kathy Welle 17-4, Mike Holz 14-7, Billy Lashinski 13-8, Dave Kedrowski 12-9, Jerry Muyres 11-10, Wayne Ebnet 7-14, Raul Sanchez 6 1/2-14-1/2, Bruce Stiller 4-17, Randy Warga 2-19.

“The hospitality couldn’t be better,” said Captain Nils Bernt Rinde, a press and information officer, as he prepared to watch  members of the Norwegian Home Guard participate in a biathlon at Camp Ripley last Wednesday. Continue reading →

“The hospitality couldn’t be better,” said Captain Nils Bernt Rinde, a press and information officer, as he prepared to watch  members of the Norwegian Home Guard participate in a biathlon at Camp Ripley last Wednesday. Continue reading →

By Carol Hoheisel Liz Verley and Joyce Moran are co-editors of the Record News Department. Some people call me the editor, but I’m not. I’m just the publisher. A couple of months ago, Liz announced she will be retiring on … Continue reading →

Referring to the announcement that the Little Falls City Council was closing the Linden Hill Conference and Retreat Center, Phil Force said he felt “hurt” because he was not involved in the decision. Byron Quinn said, “I wondered if I missed a meeting.” Dr. Jim Peters added, “This was a drastic move. There will be a groundswell of opposition.” Continue reading →

By Liz Verley  Beginning March 7, Royalton will once again have its own police chief.  The council voted unanimously Feb. 22 to hire Adam Gunderson contingent on his psych test and physical exam coming back okay. Gunderson was hired at $15.35 … Continue reading →

 The following people, charged with felony or gross misdemeanor level crimes in Morrison County District Court, have recently been sentenced. • Darrell Eugene Cline, 67, Motley—Convicted of one felony count of first degree driving under the influence. Cline was fined $2,000 … Continue reading →

 Charged in Morrison County District Court with felony crimes recently were: • Raymond Earl Erickson, 22, Little Falls—In connection with incidents between July 15 and Sept. 15, 2004, Erickson has been charged with one serious felony count of criminal sexual conduct … Continue reading →

  Charged in Morrison County District Court with gross misdemeanor crimes recently were:    • Kevin George Larson, 23, Little Falls—One count of violation of an order for protection. • Heidi Marcelline Franzen, 31, Brainerd—One count each of driving after cancellation and … Continue reading →

By Liz Verley  With the possibility of a request coming forth for the annexation of a 150 acre parcel, the Royalton  Council held a brief discussion on annexation fees. Noting that no action on such a request would be considered until … Continue reading →

 Participants are invited to wear their most comfortable pajamas, sweat pant, T-shirts, slippers or bathrobes (please no boxers or suggestive clothing) to the Community Spring Fling Dance Pajama Party. The event is sponsored by the Lincoln Elementary EAGLES and will be … Continue reading →

Little Falls Squirt A The Little Falls Squirt A hockey team had a tie and a win in their last two games. On Saturday, Feb. 19, Little Falls tied with Brainerd 4-4. The away game found Joe Hanowski scoring three … Continue reading →

By Bethany Malisheske  Danielle Atkinson, a Little Falls junior and member of the gymnastics team, was named to this year’s Minnesota Elite Team. The team includes the top five all-around gymnasts in the state, both in Class A and AA. … Continue reading →

By DAN Martens, Extension Technical Advisor Alfalfa winter injury is based primarily on 3 potential weather events: Cold soil temperature, ice sheeting, and soil heaving. So for the 2004-05 winter season so far, let’s take a look. Cold soil temperature … Continue reading →

Paula Donek and Robert Walsh were married Jan. 28, 2005, at the courthouse in Little Falls with Judge Godzala officiating. Continue reading →

Shirley Husom Kottschade and Kenneth Dale Creamer were married on Oct. 16, 2004. Continue reading →

Reverend Paul R. Miller, a long-time resident of Lake George, formerly of Little Falls, died Feb. 22, 2005, at The Havenwood Care Center in Bemidji.

Florence Nagel, a resident of Little Falls, died Feb. 23, 2005, at the Pierz Villa in Pierz.

Kevin R. Smude and Lisa M. Kummet, both of St. Cloud.

Christopher M. Lindgren and Leah M. Hargrave, both of Little Falls.

 Dr. Conrad and Sue Dodd of Bremerton, WA, would like to announce the engagement of their daughter, Chaise Marie to Adam Patrick Haggerty, son of John and Roseann Haggerty of Cushing. Continue reading →